Senior Environmental Project Manager, Contaminated Sites

WSP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 93,700 - 124,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities for career progression

Access to technical expertise

Mentorship programs

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to join their team in Edmonton or Calgary. The successful candidate will manage environmental assessments and remediation projects for oil and gas sites, primarily in northern Canada. With a strong emphasis on safety and mentorship, this role requires at least 10 years of experience in contaminated site assessments. The position offers a competitive salary, flexibility in work arrangements, and numerous opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in contaminated site assessments and conceptual site models.
• Experience working in northern regions is preferred.
• Professional designation with eligibility to register in NWT and Yukon is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental assessments and remediation of oil and gas sites.
• Prepare Health and Safety plans and Emergency response plans.
• Train junior staff in environmental practices.

Skills

Contaminated site assessments

Project management

Health and safety procedures

Mentoring

Education

University degree or diploma in engineering or natural/earth sciences

Job description

The Opportunity

Our dynamic team is growing, and we have a new opportunity for an Environmental Project Manager with 10-15 years of contaminated sites experience to work in a multi-disciplinary team that solves complex issues for our clients throughout Northern Canada. The position is in the Remediation Program Management (RPM) team which has offices across Canada. This role will include the planning and managing the environmental assessments and remediation of oil and gas sites in the Northwest Territories and Yukon as well as mentoring junior staff. You should enjoy being part of a close-knit team and appreciate the benefits that a large organization can bring, including career progression, access to vast technical expertise, having a dedicated mentor, being able to participate in employee resource groups, and more.

This position is located in Edmonton or Calgary.

Your Impact

• You participate in a team environment, work closely with Project Coordinators, other Project Managers, Senior Project Directors/Technical Leads and Field Technicians/Scientists/Engineers.
• You prepare Health and Safety plans and Emergency response plans.
• You prepare proposals and cost estimates, schedule field staff and subcontractors, compile data for, and write, reports including preparing conclusions and recommendations.
• You are responsible for project accounting, tracking and reporting requirements to the terms of reference under WSP’s Master Services Agreements.
• You train junior staff in environmental practices including Phase I and II ESAs, drilling, surveying, groundwater sampling, oversight of remediation etc. as well as on site specific health and safety.
• You interface with clients to ensure needs are met and projects/proposals are moving forward - Work with other members of the team to ensure provision of the support necessary for completion of projects.
• You work with and provide support to other members of the RPM Team in sharing health and safety, project management, project completion and client service responsibilities.
• You participate in a limited number of site visits during two field programs (winter and summer).

The skills that set you apart

• University degree or diploma in engineering, or natural/earth sciences.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contaminated site assessments andconceptual site models of Upstream oil and gas sites.
• Experience working in the north is preferred.
• Sound understanding of the need for health and safety procedures in the workplace/Possess a safety conscious attitude.
• Professional designation with eligibility to register in NWT and Yukon is preferred.

Why choose WSP?

• Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
• global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitlessopportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll 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.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $93,700 – $124,200
• MB & ON: $85,500 – $117,800
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $84,700 – $112,400
• 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.