Junior Air Quality Specialist

Employer description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP. The Opportunity Build the Future with Us – Join our Environmental Management team as a Junior Air Quality Specialist in our Vancouver, BC office. In this role, you’ll support multidisciplinary teams working on projects that improve air quality, assess industrial and community impacts, and shape healthier environments across Canada. Your Impact • Contribute to air quality assessments and dispersion modelling (e.g., CALPUFF, AERMOD) for industrial, commercial, and regional airshed projects. • Support analysis of emissions, baseline conditions, and predicted impacts to inform mitigation and monitoring strategies. • Conduct fieldwork (approximately 30% annually, up to 50% seasonally), including site visits, equipment deployment, and data collection. • Operate, calibrate, maintain, and audit air pollution and meteorological monitoring instruments. • Assist in air quality data analysis, interpretation, and preparation of emissions inventories. • Prepare sections of technical reports and regulatory submissions for environmental assessments and approvals. • Uphold WSP’s safety culture and Life Saving Rules in all field and office environments. The Skills That Set You Apart • A degree or diploma in atmospheric sciences, environmental science, chemical/mechanical/environmental engineering, or a related discipline. • 1 year of experience in environmental consulting or air quality–related work (internships and co‑ops count). • Familiarity with emissions inventories, dispersion modelling, regulatory frameworks, or impact assessments. • Aptitude with instrumentation, electronics, and use of standard hand tools. • Proficiency or interest in GIS, Linux, R, Python, Fortran, MySQL, PHP or similar tools. • Strong initiative, attention to detail, and a “can‑do” attitude in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. • A valid Class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions. Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. • Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. • A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours. • Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP Compensation • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 – $88,400 • MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800 • NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $60,300 – $80,000 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Make Your Mark with WSP If you’re driven by purpose and excited to grow your air quality career on projects that matter, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape healthier communities across Canada.