Senior Mine Permitting Specialist
WSPVancouver, British Columbia, Canada ⢠Calgary, Alberta, Canada ⢠Edmonton, Alberta, Canada ⢠Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Posted April 7, 2026
110600 - 146500 CAD
Full Time
About the Company
WSP is a global professional services firm that partners with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals.
Job Description
As a Senior Mine Permitting Specialist, you will lead and deliver environmental permitting strategies for complex mining projects in Canada, providing technical oversight, quality assurance, and mentorship to junior professionals. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to integrate regulatory requirements into project solutions and engage with clients, regulators, and Indigenous communities.
Requirements
- University degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, or a related discipline.
- 8+ years of progressive experience delivering environmental and mining permits for complex projects in Canada.
- Demonstrated leadership on mine permitting applications across multiple project stages.
- Strong working knowledge of provincial and federal regulatory frameworks within Western Canadian jurisdictions.
- Proven ability to advise clients on permitting pathways, regulatory risk, and approval strategies within multidisciplinary project environments.
- Experience supporting regulator and Indigenous engagement as part of permitting and approval processes.
- Professional designation (P.Geo., P.Eng., RPBio., or equivalent) preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work locations across Canada
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and multidisciplinary work environment
- Support for professional designations and certifications