What if you could redefine what's possible?

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 - This is your chance to be part of a team that's shaping the world's infrastructure, energy systems, and communities. In this role, you'll apply your skills to cutting-edge projects, making a real impact where it matters most.

Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the infrastructure and energy industry? In this role, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

As a Technical Director of Environmental Impact Assessment, you will provide direction to our portfolio of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) in a variety of sectors, including nuclear power, electricity transmission, renewable energy, and other energy and infrastructure projects. The role will also require a skilled consultant who can guide regulatory processes, advise clients, and support stakeholder engagement for our projects. Your expertise in Ontario's Environmental Assessment Act and/or the federal Impact Assessment Act will be key to delivering innovative solutions that shape sustainable communities.

Your Impact

• Provide expert-level guidance and direction on Environmental Impact Assessments for multi-disciplinary projects across the energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Develop regulatory roadmaps, environmental permit plans, and monitoring programs that ensure compliance and sustainability.
• Provide strategic technical leadership and quality reviews for EIAs and supporting documentation.
• Consult with regulators and clients, fostering strong relationships and innovative engagement programs with Indigenous communities, the general public, and stakeholders.
• Drive business development by identifying new opportunities and supporting proposals for the team.
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff, promoting growth and knowledge sharing within the team.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental studies, planning, science, or engineering.
• 15+ years of experience managing EIAs and navigating regulatory processes in Ontario or across Canada.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multi-disciplinar teams, providing guidance and mentorship to other staff.
• Understanding of consulting processes and tools with strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
• Experience with business development, winning work and proposal writing.
• Strong experience working with the Ontario and federal regulatory and permitting processes.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• 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'll 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, PEI & 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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what's possible. Apply today and let's create lasting change together!
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.