Lead Professional, Climate Change

Job Description

ROLE - LEAD / SENIOR ADVISOR, ESG STRATEGIC ADVISORY

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.

Why choose 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.

What you can expect to do here :

Project delivery :

Act as an experienced Project Manager and deliver autonomously ESG, Nature and Climate advisory projects, with a strong focus on ESG strategy & transformation consulting projects , for public and private clients in various industries (Real estate and buildings, Mining, Financial sector, Transit, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Governments) and regions (primarily North America, potentially other regions like Europe, Africa or Oceania).

Deliver high quality, strategic and executive level analysis and deliverables (thorough knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel is required)

Provide leadership and support our team of advisors and analysts delivering ESG, Nature and Climate advisory projects

Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and quality in alignment with project requirements while also liaising with client stakeholders and WSP's technical experts

Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful delivery.

Work alongside others on climate change and sustainability subject matter experts at WSP in various regions to drive project execution and ensure project delivery.

Go-to-market and growth :

Under the leadership of the Senior Manager :

Contribute actively to the implementation and monitoring of the team's strategy 2025-27

Support the growth of the team and the development of new and innovative ESG strategy & transformation service offerings and revenue streams in alignment with our strategy.

Support business development activities, including contributing to proposals and developing complex and cross disciplinary scopes of work for our clients.

Building a strong internal and international WSP network, promoting our positioning, services and achievements.

Support our marketing efforts and produce high value marketing content.

What you will bring to WSP :

Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.

Strong understanding of ESG principles, issues and regulatory landscape in Canada, USA (experience with EU clients / in EU context is appreciated).

Experience in social impact strategies is greatly appreciated.

Entrepreneurial spirit, strategic thinking and strong appetite for business development, business strategy and go-to-market.

Responsible and efficient - you know how to meet deadlines, deliverables and deliver high quality work product with strong attention to detail.

Excitement and passion about ESG, Nature and Climate resilience.

Excellent communication skills - you're able to easily articulate ideas and build relationships with peers and clients through presentations and other forms of engagement.

Great team player and enjoy working as part of a multi-disciplinary and international team.

Thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, finding solutions for our internal and external stakeholders and clients.

Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Great capacity to learn fast and keep pace in a rapidly changing environment.

About Us

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 :

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.

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