Director, Environmental Management

Job Description What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. 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. We are

Visioneers . We are

WSP.

The Opportunity Lead environmental excellence:

This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape environmental strategy and delivery across one of Canada’s most dynamic and diverse regions. As

Environmental Management Director – Prairies & North , you will provide regional leadership for environmental management services across the Prairies & North region. The role focuses on business growth, strategic oversight of environmental service delivery, safety and risk management, and operational excellence, while building strong client relationships and leading geographically dispersed, multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, high‑quality outcomes.

Environmental Management in the Prairies & North provides integrated environmental consulting services that support planning, approvals, construction, operations, and closure across commercial, energy, mining, transportation, government, and industrial sectors. Core services include environmental site assessments, contaminated lands assessment and remediation, environmental liability management, regulatory compliance and permitting, air quality and noise/vibration assessments, occupational hygiene and safety, hazardous materials management, and environmental monitoring. The group works closely with ecology, water, geotechnical, and engineering teams to deliver practical, risk‑based solutions tailored to complex northern and prairie environments, with a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainable project delivery.

Your influence will be felt across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories — partnering with clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, and internal teams to deliver sustainable outcomes that matter.

Your Impact

Identify, lead and partner on growth strategies

Provide strategic leadership for environmental management services across the Prairies & North region

Set regional vision, priorities, and performance targets aligned with WSP’s national environmental strategy

Lead and mentor senior technical and people leaders, building high-performing, inclusive teams

Strengthen client relationships and support business development through trusted advisory leadership

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into infrastructure and resource projects

Support risk management, a culture of safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across regional programs.

Represent WSP with clients, regulators, Indigenous partners, and key stakeholders.

The Skills That Set You Apart

A strong desire to grow the business with a can‑do attitude

15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, engineering consulting, or related fields

Professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo., RPBio, or equivalent) or eligibility for registration

Proven leadership experience overseeing regional or multi‑office teams

Strong working knowledge of Canadian environmental legislation, approvals, and regulatory processes

Track record of client relationship management and business growth

Ability to lead across diverse geographies, cultures, and stakeholder environments

Why Choose WSP?

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 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. #WeAreWSP

Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $149,900 – $201,400

MB & ON: $136,800 – $191,000

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $135,400 – $182,400

Disclosure 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.

Make your mark with WSP Shape environmental leadership at a regional scale. Influence projects that define communities. Build a legacy of sustainable impact across the Prairies and North— with us, it’s possible .

About Us At

WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges—engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion—to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At

WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day—applying deep expertise and fueling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

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. Full details here.

Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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. Full details here.

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