Senior Consultant, Oil Sands Mine Reclamation at WSP, Edmonton

AI Summary

This Senior Consultant, Oil Sands Mine Reclamation role at WSP in Edmonton, AB, focuses on leading the transformation of mine closure and reclamation practices across complex resource projects. Key duties involve integrating multidisciplinary inputs to deliver cohesive closure plans and advising clients on regulatory strategy. Top requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Engineering, 8-12+ years of experience in mine reclamation or closure planning, and proven expertise with oil sands projects.

The Opportunity to Shape the Future

WSP is seeking a passionate and innovative Senior Consultant, Oil Sands Mine Reclamation, to join their team in Edmonton, AB. This unique opportunity allows you to lead the transformation of mine closure and reclamation practices across Canada’s most complex resource projects. You will bring together multidisciplinary expertise to deliver innovative, end-to-end reclamation and closure solutions, spanning from early-stage planning through to implementation and long-term monitoring. This role is pivotal in influencing sustainable land outcomes and actively shaping the future of responsible resource development. As a technical leader and trusted advisor, you will guide the development and review of reclamation and closure strategies for oil sands and large-scale mining projects, ensuring the integration of diverse inputs to deliver cohesive, risk-informed closure plans across the full project lifecycle. Your work will translate complex closure objectives into practical end land-use outcomes that meet stringent regulatory and stakeholder expectations, supporting business growth through proposal development and the identification of new opportunities in reclamation and closure services for WSP.

Your Expertise and Impact

To excel in this role, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Engineering, or a related discipline, coupled with 8–12+ years of experience in mine reclamation, closure planning, or environmental consulting. Proven experience with oil sands or large-scale mining reclamation and closure projects is essential, demonstrating strong expertise in reclamation planning, closure strategy development, and multidisciplinary integration. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations, alongside experience preparing technical reports and communicating complex concepts effectively to diverse audiences. A professional designation, such as P.Biol., P.Ag., P.Geo., or P.Eng., is considered a significant asset. Furthermore, this position involves mentoring and developing junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence among people, and requires a valid driver’s licence with a willingness to travel to project sites.

Why Choose WSP?

Choosing WSP means joining a global community of brilliant minds dedicated to shaping communities and advancing humanity. As a proudly Canadian company, recognised as a Top 100 Employer, WSP offers limitless opportunities for professional growth across the country and around the globe. They empower their people to tailor their roles to match their ambition, understanding that individual growth drives collective success. WSP values work-life balance, encouraging employees to prioritise their well-being. Here, you will join people who are wired to solve complex challenges, applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. WSP fosters an environment where ideas are valued, growth is supported, and authenticity is encouraged, allowing you to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.