At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead environmental assessments for sustainable transportation projects across Ontario.
- Company: Join WSP, a top Canadian employer shaping communities and advancing humanity.
- Benefits: Flexible work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Mentorship opportunities and a dynamic work culture await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while collaborating with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: 10-15 years in environmental planning and strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 69750 - 85250 $ per year.
As a Senior Environmental Planner with a focus on transportation and transit projects, you will play a key role in shaping sustainable transportation and infrastructure projects across Ontario. You will lead environmental assessments (EA), navigate regulatory processes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, regulators, and communities to deliver impactful solutions that balance infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship.
Your Impact
- Lead and support environmental planning and environmental assessments for provincial and municipal infrastructure projects, including highways and transportation corridors.
- Oversee and deliver high-quality project documentation, including consultation plans, Public Information Centre materials, and environmental assessment reports.
- Apply sound professional judgement to resolve moderately complex to complex environmental and regulatory challenges.
- Provide technical leadership and quality review for environmental technical studies prepared by specialty disciplines such as air quality, noise and vibration, natural environment, and cultural heritage.
- Engage and collaborate with regulators, clients, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders, fostering trusted relationships and meaningful consultation programs.
- Contribute to innovative engagement approaches, including virtual and hybrid consultation tools.
- Mentor and support junior team members, promoting professional growth, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Demonstrated experience with Ontario environmental assessment processes, including MTO’s Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities, Municipal Engineers Association’s Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, and Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process (Ontario Regulation 231/08).
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, environmental science, or engineering.
- 10-15 years of experience completing environmental assessments and navigating Ontario regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong experience designing and implementing stakeholder and Indigenous engagement programs.
- Experience leading proposal development and technical writing.
- Strong experience working with provincial and federal regulators and environmental permitting processes.
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.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
Ready to Shape the Future? Join WSP and be part of a team that is redefining what’s possible - for communities, the environment, and your career.
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