Director, Environmental Management in Whitehorse

WSP’s Environmental Management business in British Columbia (BC) and Yukon is well established, with talented people, strong technical capabilities and trusted client relationships. We are now looking for a visionary and people-focused leader to build on that foundation and lead the business into its next phase of growth. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Earth & Environment, BC & Yukon, the Director will lead a multidisciplinary team working across contaminated sites, risk assessment, remediation, water, air quality, noise, and occupational health and safety.

The role carries accountability for the growth, performance, technical excellence and long-term health of the business. This is an opportunity to bring fresh vision and direction to an established business with significant potential. You will strengthen our core services while diversifying our clients, markets and service offerings, connecting capabilities across the team and positioning Environmental Management for sustainable, profitable growth.

You will create an environment where people feel connected, supported and empowered to do their best work, while setting clear expectations and building a culture of accountability, collaboration and technical excellence. Safety will be central to how you lead. You will champion a culture where people actively look out for one another and share a common commitment to ensuring everyone returns home safe at the end of each day.

As a key member of the BC & Yukon Earth & Environment leadership team, you will help shape regional strategy, build stronger connections across WSP and position Environmental Management as a trusted partner in solving our clients’ increasingly complex environmental challenges.

Your Impact

• Set a clear and compelling vision for the BC & Yukon business, translating regional and national priorities into a focused strategy that drives performance, sustainable growth, and long-term success.
• Build on established strengths while bringing fresh perspectives and identifying emerging trends, evolving client needs, and new opportunities across sectors, services, geographies, and client relationships.
• Develop and execute growth strategies that strengthen WSP’s market presence, deepen client relationships, and position the business for its next phase of growth and diversification.
• Lead the financial and operational performance of the business, including budgeting, revenue growth, profitability, utilization, forecasting, resource planning, and workforce deployment.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators that drive accountability, operational excellence, and informed decision‑making.
• Provide executive oversight of project delivery, risk, commercial performance, contractual compliance, strategic initiatives, and key client opportunities.
• Foster an inclusive, high‑performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, innovation, technical excellence, and professional growth.
• Support recruitment, retention, succession planning, and the development of future leaders while promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams, disciplines, and regions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, Indigenous communities, industry associations, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Demonstrate visible leadership in health, safety, environment, and quality, fostering a culture of proactive risk management, technical integrity, and responsible project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements while championing continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the overall direction and success of the BC & Yukon Earth & Environment business as a member of the regional leadership team.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation such as P.Eng., P.Geo., R.P.Bio., EP, or equivalent professional designation.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading large multidisciplinary teams and business operations.
• Proven ability to lead and grow a multidisciplinary business, balancing strategic growth, operational performance, client service, and people leadership.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and operational performance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to unite technical, operational and commercial perspectives around a shared direction.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into measurable results.
• Experience leading regional or national growth initiatives and major client programs.
• Experience working with Indigenous Nations, communities, and consultation processes is considered an asset.
• Established reputation within the BC and Yukon engineering and consulting market.
• A collaborative leadership style that inspires trust, accountability, and engagement.
• Passion for developing people and building future leaders.
• Personal credibility and visible leadership in health, safety, quality and risk management.

Why Choose WSP

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. 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.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $159,300 - $211,000 MB & ON: $145,300 - $200,100 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $143,900 - $191,100

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.

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 fuelling 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. Join us.

Health and Safety

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. 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.