Team Lead/Senior Environmental Project Manager

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 93,700 - 124,200; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Team Lead for their Remediation Program Management in Vancouver, BC. This role involves leading diverse teams, overseeing environmental assessments, and ensuring high-quality project delivery. Candidates should have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a consulting environment, possess strong leadership skills, and be knowledgeable about the BC Environmental Management Act. Competitive compensation ranges from $93,700 to $124,200 based on location and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of work experience in a consulting environment focused on environmental assessments and remediations.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Environmental Management Act and related regulations.
• Ability to mentor and support team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a diverse team to deliver high-quality results.
• Conduct career development meetings and year-end discussions.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring team meets utilization targets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management Software

Time Management

Environmental Assessments

Job description

Job Description

Team Lead – Remediation Program Management
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (other locations in the province possible).

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a diverse team to deliver high‑quality results while embracing a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Conduct career development meetings and year‑end discussions.
• Act as first point of contact for team members, facilitating effective communication and collaboration within the team and across departments.
• Encourage a sense of common purpose and direction, setting clear expectations and monitoring performance.
• Review timecards, expenses, and approve vacation requests.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensuring each team member meets their utilization targets and project deadlines.
• Schedule the short‑term backlog of work and distribute workload appropriately across the team.
• Ensure the team is informed of organizational procedures as they pertain to fieldwork and health and safety.
• Provide leadership and guidance to develop and mentor junior team members.
• Remain involved in project work; maintain a utilization target.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of work experience in a consulting environment in the field of environmental assessments and remediations, including supervising project teams and demonstrating leadership at a local level.
• Strong working knowledge of the BC Environmental Management Act and associated regulations; understanding of the site closure process.
• Ability to mentor and support team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Strong time management and prioritization to balance project delivery with team leadership responsibilities.
• Proactive approach to resolving issues and identifying staffing needs.
• Solid understanding of organizational procedures and commitment to maintaining high utilization targets.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate team members.
• Comfortable working across projects and adjusting to changing priorities while supporting team success.
• Proficient in project management software and collaboration tools.

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
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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.