Senior Environmental Specialist

WSP USA; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Environmental Specialist, where your expertise will shape a greener future. This role involves conducting environmental impact assessments, developing innovative mitigation strategies, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. With a commitment to inclusion and a flexible work culture, this organization values your contributions to sustainable development. Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment and communities, while enjoying outstanding career opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Savings Programs

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of environmental effects of natural resource projects.
• Experience in conducting fieldwork and working autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure their needs are met.
• Manage relationships with government agencies for compliance.

Skills

Environmental Impact Assessments

Mitigation Strategies

Fieldwork

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

University Degree in Ecology

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Biology

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist to join our dynamic team in Saskatchewan. This role involves working collaboratively with our in-house experts in various disciplines such as air quality, aquatics, noise, hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, heritage, human environment, terrestrial and engineering.

Join us in shaping a greener future. Your passion for the environment can make a difference with WSP!

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging

• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

• You will conduct environmental impact assessments and develop mitigation strategies for natural resource projects, particularly in northern environments.

• You will collaborate with internal and external clients to ensure their needs are understood and met.

• You will provide expertise and client deliverables on projects, including technical reports and field surveys.

• You will manage relationships with government agencies and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

• You will participate in multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• A strong and demonstrated working knowledge of the potential environmental effects and benefits of natural resource projects.

• University degree or equivalent education or experience in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Experience in conducting fieldwork and working autonomously.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Access to a vehicle and a clean Driver’s Abstract.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation

• We are locally dedicated with international scale

• We are future focused and challenge the status quo

• We foster collaboration in everything we do

• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)