Environmental Technologist

EDMONTON

The Opportunity:

WSP is looking for a motivated Associate Project Technician/Scientist (0-3 years experience) to work with the Environmental Management Team to support ongoing and new environmental monitoring and contaminated land assessment projects. The position is to be staffed in Edmonton with work locations throughout Western Canada and will include a field component (70% field / 30% office).

The successful candidate will work on a wide-variety of geo-environmental projects focused on contaminated land management for commercial and industrial clientele. Key responsibilities will include working with project leads to support our compliance monitoring programs and Phase I and II Environmental Sites Assessment projects. Ideally our candidate enjoys data collection, working outdoors, working in a team environment, and is highly organized and has a strong background in representative soil, water and groundwater sample collection, data analysis, and results reporting. This is a key assignment for the right individual to provide support and growth of our Environmental Management group in Alberta.

This position is important to the success of our firm and requires a commitment to promote our values, as well as achieving technical goals.

Why 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.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• Assist project managers/leads with the development and execution of site-specific assessment, remediation and reclamation projects in various regions of western Canada
• Collection and field screening of soil, water, and groundwater samples
• Borehole drilling and groundwater monitor well installation
• Spill response
• Liaise with laboratories, contractors, and other service providers as required.
• Supervision of subcontractors
• Participation in, and compliance with, the company's Health and Safety program
• Operation of tools and machinery safely and efficiently to manufacturer's specifications
• Work with other team members to effectively complete assigned tasks
• Compliance, Phase I or II ESA, and technical reporting using relevant municipal, provincial and/or federal regulatory guidelines

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• Technical Diploma or University degree in environmental sciences, geology, hydrogeology or engineering, with a professional designation (or possibility of obtaining a designation)
• Training in collecting soil, water and groundwater samples
• Capacity for technical reporting
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office & Outlook
• An enthusiastic attitude and team spirit
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment
• The desire to succeed in a dynamic, progressive organization
• A valid Class 5 driver's license with no restrictions
• Enjoyment for working outdoors, be physically healthy; able to lift 50+ pounds at a time; and able to work long hours
• Must be able to work out of town for extended periods (typically one to four weeks)
• Up to date safety training in Standard First Aid, H2S Alive, and Ground Disturbance is an asset
• Experience with driving 4X4's truck, all-terrain vehicles, and/or boat is an asset

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.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.