Team Lead/Senior Environmental Project Manager

WSP•Vancouver, BC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP's RPM team is seeking a Team Lead for their Remediation Program Management Downstream Team in Vancouver, British Columbia, with potential for other locations in the province. This role involves guiding a team while also contributing to project work as a senior project manager. The team has over 15 years of experience in contaminated site program management, specializing in health and safety, Phase I/II ESAs, risk assessment, and remediation. They manage large-scale Canadian projects from coast to coast, with a consistent backlog of 9-12 months. The successful candidate will manage field work efficiently and effectively, leveraging team strengths. The Team Lead will foster a positive and collaborative environment, mentor colleagues, and drive team success.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of work experience in a consulting environment in the field of environmental assessments and remediations, that includes supervising project teams and demonstrating leadership at a local level.
Strong working knowledge of the BC Environmental Management Act and associated regulations; and an understanding of the site closure process.
Ability to mentor and support team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Strong time management and prioritization to balance project delivery with team leadership responsibilities.
Proactive approach to resolving issues and identifying staffing needs.
Solid understanding of organizational procedures and commitment to maintaining high utilization targets.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate team members.
Comfortable working across projects and adjusting to changing priorities while supporting team success.
Proficient in project management software and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a diverse team to deliver high-quality results while embracing a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Conduct career development meetings and year-end discussions.
Act as first point of contact for team members, facilitating effective communication and collaboration within the team and across departments.
Encourage a sense of common purpose and direction, setting clear expectations and monitoring performance.
Review timecards, expenses, and approve vacation requests.
Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring each team member meets their utilization targets and project deadlines.
Ensure the short-term backlog of work is scheduled and that workload is appropriately distributed across the team.
Ensure the team is informed of organizational procedures as it pertains to fieldwork and health and safety.
Provide leadership and guidance to develop and mentor junior team members.
Remain involved in project work; maintaining a utilization target.