Senior Project Manager

The Opportunity

Lead some of the most complex and high-impact environmental programs in Western Canada. As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee large-scale environmental assessment and permitting programs, shaping client strategy, influencing regulatory outcomes, and delivering meaningful results for communities, industry, and the environment.

Your Impact

• Lead the successful delivery of large, complex environmental assessment and permitting programs from initiation through closeout
• Provide strategic oversight across scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, safety, and stakeholder engagement
• Direct multidisciplinary teams, aligning technical, regulatory, and client objectives across multiple workstreams
• Establish execution strategies, governance structures, and delivery frameworks to ensure efficient program success
• Serve as the primary client relationship lead, managing executive-level communication, negotiation, and issue resolution
• Drive strong financial performance, including forecasting, revenue planning, and margin optimization
• Anticipate and mitigate strategic risks while advising clients on regulatory exposure and program impacts
• Mentor project managers and emerging leaders, strengthening team capability and long-term talent development

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Deep expertise in environmental assessment and regulatory permitting frameworks across Alberta and Western Canada
• Proven experience delivering large-scale EIAs, permitting programs, and regulatory approvals
• Advanced ability to interpret and apply complex federal, provincial, and municipal legislation
• Demonstrated success leading large, distributed, multidisciplinary teams across multiple regions
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing program-level revenue, profitability, and forecasting
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, and senior stakeholders
• Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complexity, ambiguity, and competing priorities
• Recognized as a trusted advisor with a strong track record of client relationship management and business growth

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 - $162,800

MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 - $147,400

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?

Bring your leadership, expertise, and ambition to a role where you can influence some of the most complex environmental programs in the region. At WSP, you will not only deliver projects - you will shape outcomes, drive innovation, and leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Explore what's possible and take the next step in your career with us.

EEO Statement

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.