Environmental Scientist

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Your Impact Starts Here – Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you’ll collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

WSP’s RPM team is one of the most established and exciting teams in Canada. The team consists of environmental technicians, project coordinators, project managers, technical experts, and qualified professionals. We have been providing contaminated site program management services to the worlds most technically focused companies for over 15 years, maintaining a backlog of 9 to 12 months and offering growth opportunities for high-performing team members.

We specialize in health and safety, Phase I/II environmental site assessments, risk assessment and remediation. Our projects span across Canada, and the successful candidate will be able to utilize the team strengths to manage a large amount of field work efficiently and effectively.

WSP offers a new opportunity for a Contaminated Sites Intermediate Environmental Scientist to join our Remediation Program Management team based in Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg or Regina. This role involves coordinating and conducting field work related to monitoring, investigating, remediating contaminated sites impacted by hydrocarbons, fertilizers and metals, and preparing technical reports. The candidate should be self‑motivated and demonstrate strong time‑management and communication skills.

• Preparing and adhering to site‑specific health and safety plans to mitigate or eliminate risks.
• Project coordination including set‑up of field work programs, preparation of field work instructions, budget and schedule management and subcontractor management.
• Conducting occasional field work including soil, groundwater, surface water and sediment investigations, monitoring programs and overseeing site remediation.
• Participating in a team environment, working closely with and supporting Project Managers and Field Technicians.
• Preparing proposals, including development of work scopes, schedules, and cost estimates for senior review.
• Assisting in data collection, compilation, interpretation and reporting for phased environmental site assessment, remediation and site monitoring.
• Preparing technical reports for review by senior staff.
• Mentoring junior staff in conducting environmental site assessments.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (sciences and/or engineering).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in contaminated site assessments.
• Sound understanding of the need for health and safety procedures in the workplace and a safety‑conscious attitude.
• Remedial excavation experience is required.
• Previous experience with soil and groundwater sampling.
• Understanding of the Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba environmental regulations.
• Professional designation is preferred.
• Experience in the oil and gas sector will be an asset.
• Preference will be given to those with extensive experience in soil and groundwater monitoring programs, Phase I and II environmental site assessments, site remediation, and provincial regulations.

• We are a proud Canadian firm – 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 across Canada or worldwide.
• Flexible work and real balance – we encourage prioritizing work‑life balance.

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $60,100 – $79,600

MB & ON: $54,800 – $75,400

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $54,200 – $72,000

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.

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