Director, Environmental Management - WSP, BC

About this opportunity

WSP's Environmental Management business in British Columbia and Yukon is well established, featuring talented people, strong technical capabilities, and trusted client relationships. We are seeking 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 and Environment, BC and Yukon, the Director will lead a multidisciplinary team working across contaminated sites, risk assessment, remediation, water, air quality, noise, and occupational health and safety. This role carries accountability for the growth, performance, technical excellence, and long-term health of the business.

What you'll do

• Set a clear and compelling vision for the BC and 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 and Yukon Earth and Environment business as a member of the regional leadership team.

Requirements

• 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 multidisciplinary businesses, 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.

Perks and benefits

• Proudly Canadian - recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• Part of a global community of brilliant minds where your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is within reach.
• Limitless opportunities to tailor your role to match your ambition and support your growth.
• Flexible work arrangements that encourage real life balance.