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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Limnologist / Surface Water and Sediment Quality Specialist

Environmental SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCA$73k - CA$107k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A second-cycle university degree in a relevant field, such as limnology, water sciences, environment, biology, chemistry, or a related discipline.
  • At least two years of relevant experience characterizing, analyzing, or interpreting surface water and sediment quality.
  • Knowledge of sampling methods, quality standards, and recognized analysis and interpretation approaches in Quebec and Canadian regulatory contexts.
  • Ability to analyze environmental data, identify key issues, and formulate clear recommendations that are scientifically and regulatorily defensible.
  • Ability to coordinate projects and multidisciplinary teams, with attention to deliverable quality, deadlines, and client satisfaction.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and functional bilingualism in French and English.
  • Demonstrated interest in expertise development, innovation, knowledge-sharing, and developing new business opportunities.
  • Availability for occasional travel.

Responsibilities

  • Act as discipline lead or project manager for assignments where surface water and sediment quality are central issues, particularly in mining, energy, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.
  • Design and supervise data acquisition programs, then analyze, interpret, and integrate results into environmental studies, authorization processes, and the establishment of environmental discharge objectives.
  • Manage assignments end to end, including work planning, team coordination, budget and schedule tracking, quality control, health and safety, and communication with clients and regulatory authorities.
  • Develop and structure internal expertise in Quebec on surface water and sediment quality by establishing work methods, sharing knowledge, and supporting teams.
  • Contribute to market development, prepare service proposals, and maintain lasting client relationships.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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