Senior Environmental Engineer

WSP's Earth & Environment group is currently seeking an Senior Environmental Engineer or Scientist for our Site Assessment and Remediation (SAR) team in Newfoundland and Labrador. Reporting to our SAR Team Lead in Newfoundland and Labrador, this role will provide project management services for environmental site assessment, remediation and various projects across NL.

Position Overview: WSP is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to join our dynamic team in Saint John, Newfoundland. In this role, you will be at the forefront of our environmental initiatives, leading projects that aim to protect and enhance our natural environment. You will leverage your extensive knowledge and experience to ensure that our projects comply with all relevant environmental regulations and standards. As a senior member of our team, you will provide technical expertise, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Environmental Assessments and Audits: Conduct comprehensive environmental assessments and audits for a variety of projects, identifying potential environmental impacts and recommending mitigation measures.
• Environmental Protection Plans: Develop and implement detailed environmental protection plans and strategies to minimize the environmental footprint of our projects.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all projects comply with federal, provincial, and local environmental regulations, staying up-to-date with changes in legislation and industry standards.
• Pollution Control Systems: Design, install, operate, and maintain systems to monitor and control pollutants, ensuring that emissions and discharges meet regulatory requirements.
• Project Management: Lead and manage medium to large environmental projects, providing technical guidance and oversight to ensure successful project delivery on time and within budget.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and review environmental reports, permit applications, and other documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, and planners, to develop innovative solutions to complex environmental challenges.
• Training and Mentorship: Provide training and support to junior staff and other team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs, provide tailored solutions, and maintain strong, positive relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental engineering, with a focus on project management and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and standards in Canada.
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling software and other relevant tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Why WSP?

• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects that make a real impact.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Commitment to professional development and career growth.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance.

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:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

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