Early Professional, Environmental Planner
Posted 21 hours ago
Job Description
What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.
The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us
As an Environmental Planner, you will support the delivery of environmental planning and assessment projects across the transportation, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational experience in environmental assessment, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery.
Your Impact
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
#WeAreWSP
Compensation
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $51,800 - $68,600
MB & ON: $47,200 - $65,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $46,800 - $62,100
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.
Ready to Shape the Future?
Join WSP and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible - for our clients, our communities, and your career.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.
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. Full details here .
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. Full details here .
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.
The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us
As an Environmental Planner, you will support the delivery of environmental planning and assessment projects across the transportation, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational experience in environmental assessment, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery.
Your Impact
- Collaborate with environmental and technical disciplines (including archaeology, ecology, and physical sciences) to coordinate proposals, reports, and client deliverables.
- Support multi-disciplinary teams in the planning and execution of environmental impact assessment and permitting projects.
- Contribute to environmental and socio-economic impact studies, environmental permitting and authorizations, and environmental monitoring or management system implementation.
- Assist with the preparation of regulatory roadmaps, Environmental Study Reports, and Environmental Assessments in accordance with the federal Impact Assessment Act and Ontario's Environmental Assessment Act.
- Support the preparation and delivery of public meetings and consultation activities to communicate project plans and information to the public and interest groups.
- Coordinate effectively with clients, Indigenous Rightsholders, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders.
- Support Project Managers with project delivery by tracking schedules, scope, budgets, commitments, and deliverables.
- Maintain project records, registers, and SharePoint sites while ensuring quality control and technical review processes are followed.
- University degree in Environmental Management, Ecology, Engineering, or a related natural or earth sciences discipline.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience in environmental planning, assessment, or consulting.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
- Experience with Oracle or other project management software is considered an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to support technical documentation and client materials.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to complete tasks accurately, on time, and with minimal oversight.
- Motivation to learn and grow within a fast-paced consulting environment while contributing effectively within a team.
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.
#WeAreWSP
Compensation
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $51,800 - $68,600
MB & ON: $47,200 - $65,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $46,800 - $62,100
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.
Ready to Shape the Future?
Join WSP and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible - for our clients, our communities, and your career.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.
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. Full details here .
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. Full details here .
About WSP Canada
Industry
EngineeringCompany Size
5001-10,000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-07-28
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