Environmental Planner

WSP

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Job Category: PlanningJob Description:The Opportunity:Are you ready to launch your career in environmental planning with a team that's shaping the future of transportation and other infrastructure in Ontario? At WSP, we are looking for a passionate and curious Environmental Planner to join our growing team. This entry-level opportunity is perfect for early-career professionals eager to make a meaningful impact while learning from some of the best minds in the industry.You will be part of a collaborative environment where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work contributes to projects that make a difference. In this role, you will have flexibility to work in hybrid environment based out of one of our local offices (Toronto, Mississauga, Hamilton, or St. Catharines).Why choose WSP?
  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
  • Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
  • Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
  • Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
  • A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.#WeAreWSPWhat you can expect to do here:As an Environmental Planner, you will:
  • Assist in preparing environmental planning documentation for transportation and other infrastructure planning projects
  • Support environmental assessments and consultation processes under Ontario's EA frameworks (Municipal Class EA, MTO Class EA, Transit Project Assessment Process)
  • Help compile and review technical documents for regulatory approvals
  • Participate in stakeholder and Indigenous engagement initiatives
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to project coordination
  • Learn the ropes of project management and support proposal development
  • Champion health and safety and live WSP's core values
What you'll bring to WSP:
  • A bachelor's degree in environmental planning, science, or a related field
  • Up to 2 years of experience (including internships or co-op placements)
  • Familiarity with Ontario's EA processes and environmental legislation is a plus
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • A collaborative spirit and eagerness to learn
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation (Environmental Assessment Act, Endangered Species Act, Ontario Heritage Act, etc.)
  • Eligibility or interest in becoming a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with OPPI or obtaining Environmental Professional certification from ECO Canada
About Us: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

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