Senior Environmental Planner -Water infrastructure

Senior Environmental Planner -Water infrastructure; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada 2026

Hybrid work environment

Global opportunities and growth

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to lead planning and approvals for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects across Ontario. You will guide environmental assessments, manage multidisciplinary teams, and mentor staff to deliver compliant, sustainable infrastructure solutions.

You will engage Indigenous Nations, regulators and communities, shaping strategy, feasibility studies and permitting processes while expanding WSP’s market presence in the region.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Planning or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading environmental assessments and approvals for water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.
• Proven track record delivering Municipal Class EAs, including Master Plans and Schedule B and C projects.
• Strong knowledge of Environmental Assessment Act, Endangered Species Act, Ontario Heritage Act and related regulatory frameworks.
• Experience engaging Indigenous Nations, regulators and stakeholders using traditional and digital engagement.
• Strong project management capabilities leading medium to large multidisciplinary teams.
• Business development experience including client relationships, proposals and opportunity identification.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental assessments and approval processes for complex water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Deliver Municipal Class Environmental Assessments, including Master Plans and Schedule B and C projects.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams to complete technical studies, impact assessments, and regulatory submissions.
• Design and implement engagement programs with Indigenous Nations, regulators, community members and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on environmental planning, permitting, infrastructure servicing strategies and feasibility studies.
• Strengthen client relationships, identify opportunities and contribute to proposals and business development.
• Mentor and support team members through technical leadership and coaching.
• Champion health, safety, sustainability and quality in project delivery.

Education

Degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Planning

Job description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You

Communities across Ontario depend on resilient water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure to support growth, protect the environment, and improve quality of life. As a Senior Environmental Planner, you’ll play a key role in shaping critical infrastructure projects from planning through approvals, helping clients navigate complex environmental assessment and permitting processes while delivering meaningful outcomes for communities, Indigenous Nations, and the environment.

Working within our Environmental Impact Assessment team, you’ll lead strategic infrastructure planning initiatives, collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals, mentor emerging talent, and help expand WSP’s market presence across Ontario. This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid work environment from any WSP office in Ontario.

Your Impact

• Lead environmental assessments and approval processes for complex water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Deliver Municipal Class Environmental Assessments, including Master Plans and Schedule ‘B’ and ‘C’ projects, that support community growth and infrastructure renewal.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams to successfully complete technical studies, impact assessments, and regulatory submissions.
• Design and implement engagement programs with Indigenous Nations, regulatory agencies, community members, and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on environmental planning, permitting, infrastructure servicing strategies, and feasibility studies.
• Strengthen client relationships, identify emerging opportunities, and contribute to successful business development and proposal efforts.
• Mentor and support team members through technical leadership, coaching, and professional development.
• Champion health, safety, sustainability, and quality excellence throughout project delivery.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Planning, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading environmental assessments and approvals for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success delivering Municipal Class EAs, including Master Plans and Schedule ‘B’ and ‘C’ projects.
• Strong knowledge of applicable legislation, including the Environmental Assessment Act, Endangered Species Act, Ontario Heritage Act, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience engaging Indigenous Nations, stakeholders, regulators, and the public using both traditional and digital engagement approaches.
• Strong project management capabilities with experience leading medium to large multidisciplinary teams.
• Established business development experience, including client relationship management, proposal preparation, and opportunity identification.
• Professional designations such as RPP (OPPI), EP (ECO Canada), PMP (PMI), or equivalent are considered an asset.

Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $96,200 – $132,300
MB & ON: $93,100 – $128,100
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $88,900 – $122,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join a team where environmental planning influences the infrastructure that communities rely on every day. Bring your expertise, leadership, and vision to projects that improve environmental outcomes, support sustainable growth, and create lasting impact across Ontario and beyond. If you’re ready to lead meaningful work and unlock new possibilities in your career, we’d love to hear from you.