Job Description

Our Business We are a global leader in environmental consulting – made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder – with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe. This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Assistant VP, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Compliance Specialist & Sustainability Consultant for our Chicago, Illinois office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. The individual will grow and strengthen our team by securing, staffing, managing, and delivering complex projects and client-facing engagements. Candidates should be passionate about sustainability, EHS Compliance, exhibit technical knowledge in LEED certifications and demonstrate leadership skills and ability to deliver high‐quality products through appropriate time and priority management while leveraging resources and removing barriers and obstacles for the project team. Your Impact Assist with project assignments, such as providing EHS compliance support and train with senior staff at EHS compliance audits. Assist with providing EHS compliance program support for government, commercial and industrial clients including reviewing procedures and permits, reviewing periodic regulatory reports, and supporting preparation and delivering of compliance programs, including training programs. Prepare written and verbal technical reports, including documentation of EHS compliance audits and field investigations, regulatory research, evaluation of findings, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data. Work with project managers to lead sustainability strategy and certification tasks on a wide variety of projects. Provide strategic and technical sustainability support to building design and construction teams. Facilitate conversations between multiple stakeholders to devise sustainability strategies and run client and project meetings. Synthesize information contained in regulatory files, environmental permits, and other environmental documentation. Assist in managing and developing client relationships. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Earth Science, Health & Safety, or a related discipline. 10+ years of post-education experience conducting EHS compliance and sustainability consulting and green building certifications. Experience with third-party green building rating systems (LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Passive House, LBC or related). Knowledge of sustainable products and services. Ability to understand and coordinate energy, daylight, comfort, and other modeling deliverables. Baseline knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations including RCRA, SARA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, TSCA, and OSHA standards. Experience with evaluating EHS regulatory compliance in industrial settings either solo or part of an audit team. Valid US driver’s license. Applicants must be able to work in conditions typical of industrial facilities. Self-sufficient, self-motivated and the ability to work under pressure of deadlines is essential. Interest and proficiency in investigative work, with high attention to detail is critical to this position. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Travel up to 30% of the time. Must be willing to make trips on short notice, including to local sites, and travel via air or land. Overnight travel is often required. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience leading strategy and completing documentation for LEED and/or WELL projects. Experience providing detailed trainings and presentations on sustainability, green building, healthy buildings, and resilient design. Experience with corporate sustainability consulting, Science-Based Targets, and developing sustainability and carbon reduction programs for organizations. #J-18808-Ljbffr WSP USA

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