Intermediate Environmental Geoscientist or Engineer

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The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our vibrant and dedicated team in Terrace, British Columbia. You should have five or more years of progressive, technical experience primarily in contaminated sites investigation and remediation (e.g., stage 2 preliminary site investigations, detailed site investigations, remedial option analyses, and physical remediations), combined with some project coordination and management experience. We can help strengthen your technical and regulatory skills, as you work on multi-disciplinary projects that you will find both challenging and rewarding. You should enjoy being part of and contributing to a close-knit team and appreciate the benefits that a large organization can bring, including career progression, access to vast technical expertise, having a dedicated mentor, being able to participate in employee resource groups, and more.

Your Impact

• You are a champion of Health & Safety initiatives, being an ambassador for our Zero Harm safety culture - this is always your top priority, as it is ours
• You stand with us in our promotion of Inclusion & Diversity, so that all of our colleagues feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work each day
• You will contribute to the business and technical mission of the Environmental Management Group
• You are leading project-focused teams in the delivery of a range of contaminated sites projects and manage clients' projects including project scoping, budget control, planning, development of schedules, and coordination of resources
• You have excellent interpersonal skills, that you will leverage to empower your colleagues as well as maintaining and developing client relationships
• You would like a mix of field work and office data analysis and reporting.
• You are able to conduct some field work on occasion, including soil, groundwater, vapour, surface water, and/or sediment investigations, monitoring programs, and overseeing site remediation, as well as completing site visits to monitor the safety of our people
• You are responsible for preparing quality deliverables, overseeing data collection, compilation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting for phased environmental site assessments, remediation, and site monitoring
• You are well-supported by your colleagues from various disciplines and levels, helping you be successful in reaching your personal and project goals
• You are involved in proposal preparation, including development of work plans, schedules, and cost estimates for senior review
• You are taking the next step in advancing your career!

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A positive and enthusiastic can-do attitude, and a willingness to both learn and share your knowledge
• Self-motivated, willing to be flexible and nimble, and able to think outside the box
• A bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geoscience, or related discipline
• Professional designation registered in BC such as a PEng, PGeo, PAg, PChem, or an RPBio, or on-track to obtain in the next year or two
• A minimum of five years of experience in environmental consulting
• A good understanding of contaminated sites investigation methods and legislation, but depending on the task, may rely on more senior colleagues for mentorship or be relied on by more junior personnel
• Excellent and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
• An understanding of current provincial and federal regulatory environmental criteria and protocols
• Experience reporting and presenting environmental data and interpretation, including but not limited to contaminant spatial extents, conceptual site modesl, remediation objectives and plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of environmental chemistry and contaminant fate and transport
• A strong work ethic and can work with minimal supervision;
• A strong ability to prioritize tasks and organize large amounts of data/information;
• Experience working with environmental databases and modelling tools (e.g., EQuIS, Mann-Kendall Trend Tests, Microsoft Excel);
• A clean Driver's Abstract, and are willing to travel on occasion

Compensation

• BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $89,800 - $118,900
• MB & ON: $81,900 - $112,800
• Atlantic Provinces & QC: $81,100 - $107,700

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.

Why Choose WSP?

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• 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

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

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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).

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