Environmental & Regulatory Planner

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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.

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This is your chance to join a team shaping transportation and municipal environments across Alberta and Saskatchewan. As an Environmental and Regulatory Planner
, you’ll contribute to projects that protect ecosystems, support sustainable infrastructure, and create lasting benefits for communities.

• Deliver environmental and regulatory planning expertise for transportation and municipal projects across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
• Lead permitting processes and ensure compliance with provincial and federal legislation, including Alberta Water Act and Fisheries Act.
• Prepare wetland assessments and classifications under the Alberta Wetland Policy, applying ABWRET methodologies.
• Coordinate and conduct ecological field programs, including vegetation, soil, and wetland surveys, with opportunities to support fisheries and wildlife studies.
• Develop high-quality proposals and reports that influence project decisions and outcomes.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering growth and knowledge-sharing within the Environmental Impact Assessment & Permitting group.
• Collaborate with senior technical leads and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions.

• Degree in Biology or related discipline (B.Sc.) or Technical Diploma with relevant experience.
• Practical understanding of Alberta’s environmental legislation and permitting processes; familiarity with municipal, provincial, and federal regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with wetland delineation, classification, and ABWRET assessments.
• Comfortable leading field programs and applying ecological data collection techniques.
• Eligibility for professional registration (e.g., P.Biol., P.Ag., R.T.Biol.) and designation as an Authenticating Professional for wetlands is an asset.
• Skilled in preparing proposals, managing budgets, and supervising contract delivery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; GIS experience (ArcGIS) considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 25% for fieldwork.

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’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

Don’t wait to make a meaningful impact. Apply now and become a key player in our mission to create lasting change around the world.

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