Principal Environmental Scientist

WSP • christchurch, canterbury, New-Zealand • Posted June 19, 2026

Location christchurch, canterbury
Job Type Full-time
Category Health, Safety & Environment, Science, Research and Teaching
Posted June 19, 2026

Principal Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Land Management

We have an opportunity for a Principal Contaminated Land Specialist to join our team of environmental scientists, either in Wellington or Christchurch. This opportunity is for someone with extensive experience in the contaminated land discipline with a keen eye for technical detail and a passion for training others. We work across diverse multi-disciplinary projects in infrastructure, community development and construction, as such the ideal candidate would also be someone highly competent in the development of bids, tenders and contracts within a consultancy setting.

About you:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental sciences or Geology
  • Minimum 15 - 20 years' experience in environmental consulting with at least 15 in Contaminated Land
  • Experienced in the design and implementation of robust field programs, and reporting. With capability in soil, groundwat...

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