84 Geotechnical Engineering jobs in Canada
Geotechnical Engineering Technologist
Calgary, Alberta
Stantec
Posted 13 days ago
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Job Description
At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don't just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world-we do it sustainably. We're helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.
Join our team of mining professionals and you'll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You'll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is currently searching for Geotechnical Engineering Technologist on a regular full-time basis on rotation in the field, reporting out of the Calgary office. This is a non-exempt position; any overtime hours worked will be remunerated based on provincial employment regulations. Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Geotechnical Engineering Technologist is responsible for completing operations maintenance and surveillance monitoring tasks for earthen structures at active mine sites and civil earthwork projects. This position will work independently in the field with support from their Field Supervisor and Project Manager.
This is a field position, work schedules will be based on project specific requirements and will require rotations of 12-hour shifts (day/night), as well as travel to remote field locations. Travel costs incurred while travelling to and from the project will only be covered from approved locations (Calgary and Edmonton). In addition, travel hours will be paid to a maximum of 1.5 hours per trip to and from the field location.
Your Key Responsibilities
Your position may fulfil any of the following roles:
Civil Field Technologist
- Participating and following site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and that the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all
- Participating in daily tailgate meetings
- Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seek to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
- Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (i.e. Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.).
- Monitoring geotechnical parameters to provide quality control in accordance with design and sampling/testing specifications
- Completing advanced soil sampling and compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge
- Interpreting design and IFC drawings, as well as material and construction specifications
- Storing, transporting and maintaining nuclear densometers
- Developed understanding of radiation safety, policies and procedures
- Reporting on technical construction monitoring observations and results and providing guidance during construction
- Adhering to quality control, documentation, and data management procedures
- Contributing to standardized procedures and policies, as well as the identification and execution of shared goals and objectives
- Troubleshooting technical issues in the field to consistently deliver high quality results.
- Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
- Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and soil sampling
- Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all-terrain vehicles to gain access to construction areas located throughout the mine
- Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
Instrumentation Monitor
- Participating and following site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and that the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all
- Participating in daily tailgate meetings
- Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seek to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
- Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (i.e. Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.)
- Commissioning/initializing, extend, lower, aid in trenching, and otherwise modify geotechnical and/or hydrogeological instruments/wells
- Assisting and performing proper decommissioning/abandonment of geotechnical and hydrogeological wells/instruments
- Taking readings from vibrating wire piezometers, pneumatic piezometers, standpipes, transducers, flow meters and pumping wells
- Maintaining observation instruments as appropriate. Typical tasks may include but are not limited to winterization and miscellaneous maintenance (e.g. removal of water from slope inclinometers, repairing casing caps, guards and other surface appurtenances)
- Programming, installing and downloading information from data loggers
- Taking readings from slope inclinometers, in-place inclinometers and SAAs
- Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on cables, data loggers, and automated data acquisition system
- Performing visual inspection of geotechnical structures and informing the client of any concerns or abnormalities
- Performing Quality Control (QC) of all readings (e.g. allow noise in slope inclinometer reading(s) to reduce before recording the reading), data entry, outputs and determine if instrument readings are of good quality or if re-reads are required
- Conducting standard hydrogeological field testing on pumping and monitoring wells
- Collecting water samples from monitoring wells, pumping wells, and surface infrastructure.
- Entering, maintaining, and updating instrumentation data files and drawings as directed by the client
- Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
- Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and sampling
- Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all-terrain vehicles to gain access to instruments located in potentially remote areas
- Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
Materials Testing Technician
- Participating and following site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and that the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all
- Participating in daily tailgate meetings
- Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seek to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
- Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (i.e. Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.)
- Maintaining, cleaning and adding to or replacing lab equipment
- Ensuring tests are completed in accordance with relevant standards. The testing scope completed at the lab encompasses:
- Moisture content as per ASTM D4643
- Sieve analysis to no. 200 sieve as per ASTM D422
- Hydrometer particle size analysis as per ASTM D422
- Density and unit weight of soil in place by Sand-Cone as per ASTM D1556
- Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes as per ASTM D2487
- Standard proctor and Modified proctor testing as per ASTM D698 and D1557
- Maintaining proper chain of custody tracking of all samples from receipt to disposal
- Prioritizing work to meet the client's requirements
- Completing Chain of Custody forms and filing appropriately for soil samples
- Logging and uploading sampling results to the client's database
- Receiving samples, scheduling tests, and completing tests. Tracking updates to be provided to the client, upon request
- Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
- Extensive experience with northern Alberta glacial geology and Athabasca Oil Sands Geology having worked in the oil sands or glacial soils previously
- Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and soil sampling
- Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of programs
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License with current Driver's Abstract
- You must have Standard First Aid Level C with AED, CSTS, and H2S Alive
- These positions require a pre-access drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check
- Additional qualification requirements depending on project
Education and Experience
- A minimum Post-Secondary Technical Diploma in geological, geotechnical, civil or mining disciplines
- A minimum 1 years of relevant industry experience including mine driving is considered an asset
- Professional designation with either the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) or the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) is considered an asset
- Additional qualification requirements depending on project
Physical Requirements
- This position has minimum physical requirements as outlined in the Stantec Field Physical Demands Assessment. A fit for duty assessment is required prior to deployment in the field and is a condition of employment. Additional physical demands may be required and will be defined in the Project Specific HSE plans.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
**Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
**Primary Location:** Canada | AB | Calgary
**Organization:** 1695 Mining-CA Canada-Calgary AB
**Employee Status:** Regular
**Travel:** Yes
**Schedule:** Full time
**Job Posting:** 25/09/ :09:51
**Req ID:**
Join our team of mining professionals and you'll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You'll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is currently searching for Geotechnical Engineering Technologist on a regular full-time basis on rotation in the field, reporting out of the Calgary office. This is a non-exempt position; any overtime hours worked will be remunerated based on provincial employment regulations. Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Geotechnical Engineering Technologist is responsible for completing operations maintenance and surveillance monitoring tasks for earthen structures at active mine sites and civil earthwork projects. This position will work independently in the field with support from their Field Supervisor and Project Manager.
This is a field position, work schedules will be based on project specific requirements and will require rotations of 12-hour shifts (day/night), as well as travel to remote field locations. Travel costs incurred while travelling to and from the project will only be covered from approved locations (Calgary and Edmonton). In addition, travel hours will be paid to a maximum of 1.5 hours per trip to and from the field location.
Your Key Responsibilities
Your position may fulfil any of the following roles:
Civil Field Technologist
- Participating and following site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and that the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all
- Participating in daily tailgate meetings
- Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seek to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
- Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (i.e. Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.).
- Monitoring geotechnical parameters to provide quality control in accordance with design and sampling/testing specifications
- Completing advanced soil sampling and compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge
- Interpreting design and IFC drawings, as well as material and construction specifications
- Storing, transporting and maintaining nuclear densometers
- Developed understanding of radiation safety, policies and procedures
- Reporting on technical construction monitoring observations and results and providing guidance during construction
- Adhering to quality control, documentation, and data management procedures
- Contributing to standardized procedures and policies, as well as the identification and execution of shared goals and objectives
- Troubleshooting technical issues in the field to consistently deliver high quality results.
- Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
- Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and soil sampling
- Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all-terrain vehicles to gain access to construction areas located throughout the mine
- Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
Instrumentation Monitor
- Participating and following site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and that the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all
- Participating in daily tailgate meetings
- Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seek to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
- Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (i.e. Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.)
- Commissioning/initializing, extend, lower, aid in trenching, and otherwise modify geotechnical and/or hydrogeological instruments/wells
- Assisting and performing proper decommissioning/abandonment of geotechnical and hydrogeological wells/instruments
- Taking readings from vibrating wire piezometers, pneumatic piezometers, standpipes, transducers, flow meters and pumping wells
- Maintaining observation instruments as appropriate. Typical tasks may include but are not limited to winterization and miscellaneous maintenance (e.g. removal of water from slope inclinometers, repairing casing caps, guards and other surface appurtenances)
- Programming, installing and downloading information from data loggers
- Taking readings from slope inclinometers, in-place inclinometers and SAAs
- Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on cables, data loggers, and automated data acquisition system
- Performing visual inspection of geotechnical structures and informing the client of any concerns or abnormalities
- Performing Quality Control (QC) of all readings (e.g. allow noise in slope inclinometer reading(s) to reduce before recording the reading), data entry, outputs and determine if instrument readings are of good quality or if re-reads are required
- Conducting standard hydrogeological field testing on pumping and monitoring wells
- Collecting water samples from monitoring wells, pumping wells, and surface infrastructure.
- Entering, maintaining, and updating instrumentation data files and drawings as directed by the client
- Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
- Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and sampling
- Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all-terrain vehicles to gain access to instruments located in potentially remote areas
- Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
Materials Testing Technician
- Participating and following site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and that the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all
- Participating in daily tailgate meetings
- Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seek to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
- Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (i.e. Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.)
- Maintaining, cleaning and adding to or replacing lab equipment
- Ensuring tests are completed in accordance with relevant standards. The testing scope completed at the lab encompasses:
- Moisture content as per ASTM D4643
- Sieve analysis to no. 200 sieve as per ASTM D422
- Hydrometer particle size analysis as per ASTM D422
- Density and unit weight of soil in place by Sand-Cone as per ASTM D1556
- Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes as per ASTM D2487
- Standard proctor and Modified proctor testing as per ASTM D698 and D1557
- Maintaining proper chain of custody tracking of all samples from receipt to disposal
- Prioritizing work to meet the client's requirements
- Completing Chain of Custody forms and filing appropriately for soil samples
- Logging and uploading sampling results to the client's database
- Receiving samples, scheduling tests, and completing tests. Tracking updates to be provided to the client, upon request
- Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
- Extensive experience with northern Alberta glacial geology and Athabasca Oil Sands Geology having worked in the oil sands or glacial soils previously
- Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and soil sampling
- Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of programs
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License with current Driver's Abstract
- You must have Standard First Aid Level C with AED, CSTS, and H2S Alive
- These positions require a pre-access drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check
- Additional qualification requirements depending on project
Education and Experience
- A minimum Post-Secondary Technical Diploma in geological, geotechnical, civil or mining disciplines
- A minimum 1 years of relevant industry experience including mine driving is considered an asset
- Professional designation with either the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) or the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) is considered an asset
- Additional qualification requirements depending on project
Physical Requirements
- This position has minimum physical requirements as outlined in the Stantec Field Physical Demands Assessment. A fit for duty assessment is required prior to deployment in the field and is a condition of employment. Additional physical demands may be required and will be defined in the Project Specific HSE plans.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
**Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
**Primary Location:** Canada | AB | Calgary
**Organization:** 1695 Mining-CA Canada-Calgary AB
**Employee Status:** Regular
**Travel:** Yes
**Schedule:** Full time
**Job Posting:** 25/09/ :09:51
**Req ID:**
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Lead Professional, Geotechnical Engineering
Mississauga, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
At WSP, we're continuing to grow and develop our expertise in Geotechnical Engineering, operating as a trusted advisor and technical expert on engineering design challenges for our clients. Our team is expanding, and we're seeking a highly motivated **Lead Geotechnical Engineer** to join our Geotechnical-GTA West Group within Earth & Environment Business Line in WSP's Mississauga office on a full-time basis.
As a **Lead Geotechnical Engineer** , you will play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of projects, working closely with and supported by other team members and Project Directors. You will be actively involved in business development, contributing to a growing organization that meets client objectives and solves challenging problems. You will be responsible for supporting the strategic growth of our geotechnical practice while ensuring technical excellence in delivering projects for WSP's public and private sector clients.
As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse colleagues from around the world.
**Why WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **Inclusion** and **Belonging**
+ Our **Flexible Work Policy** - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ Our **Hybrid Work Policy** - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
**We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.**
**#WeAreWSP**
**What you can expect to do here:**
+ Serve as the lead geotechnical engineer for subsurface exploration programs, design of foundations, and construction on a wide range of projects, including transportation and infrastructure (highway/railroad, water/wastewater, etc.) and property and building developments.
+ Contribute to growth, innovation, and project delivery to ensure client success within WSP's Earth & Environment Business Line.
+ Develop new client relationships and enhance existing ones, including securing new work opportunities.
+ Lead geotechnical engineering projects, including execution of design-build and design-bid-build projects with a multi-disciplinary team from across the country.
+ Support all aspects of project delivery, including financial analysis, client liaison, consultation, quality control, and management of subcontractors.
+ Develop technical reports, memoranda, specifications, presentations, proposals, and cost estimates for medium to large-sized projects of medium to high complexity.
+ Represent WSP at conferences/workshops as a technical lead.
+ Mentor geotechnical engineering staff and guide technical challenges.
+ Work collaboratively with engineering staff from various teams/disciplines on geotechnical consulting projects
+ 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.
+ Participate in and promote a safety-first culture
**What you'll bring to WSP:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university
+ Postgraduate degree (Master's or PhD) in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
+ 12+ years of relevant (post-degree) experience working in a consulting engineering environment
+ Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with PEO
+ Demonstrated experience related to geotechnical engineering, including business development, analysis and design.
+ Extensive working knowledge of applicable codes and standards
+ Previous experience related to the presentation of technical topics to clients.
+ Excellent organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities, and attention to detail.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules.
+ Valid Ontario Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.
+ Commitment to safe work practices for yourself and your colleagues
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
At WSP, we're continuing to grow and develop our expertise in Geotechnical Engineering, operating as a trusted advisor and technical expert on engineering design challenges for our clients. Our team is expanding, and we're seeking a highly motivated **Lead Geotechnical Engineer** to join our Geotechnical-GTA West Group within Earth & Environment Business Line in WSP's Mississauga office on a full-time basis.
As a **Lead Geotechnical Engineer** , you will play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of projects, working closely with and supported by other team members and Project Directors. You will be actively involved in business development, contributing to a growing organization that meets client objectives and solves challenging problems. You will be responsible for supporting the strategic growth of our geotechnical practice while ensuring technical excellence in delivering projects for WSP's public and private sector clients.
As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse colleagues from around the world.
**Why WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **Inclusion** and **Belonging**
+ Our **Flexible Work Policy** - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ Our **Hybrid Work Policy** - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
**We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.**
**#WeAreWSP**
**What you can expect to do here:**
+ Serve as the lead geotechnical engineer for subsurface exploration programs, design of foundations, and construction on a wide range of projects, including transportation and infrastructure (highway/railroad, water/wastewater, etc.) and property and building developments.
+ Contribute to growth, innovation, and project delivery to ensure client success within WSP's Earth & Environment Business Line.
+ Develop new client relationships and enhance existing ones, including securing new work opportunities.
+ Lead geotechnical engineering projects, including execution of design-build and design-bid-build projects with a multi-disciplinary team from across the country.
+ Support all aspects of project delivery, including financial analysis, client liaison, consultation, quality control, and management of subcontractors.
+ Develop technical reports, memoranda, specifications, presentations, proposals, and cost estimates for medium to large-sized projects of medium to high complexity.
+ Represent WSP at conferences/workshops as a technical lead.
+ Mentor geotechnical engineering staff and guide technical challenges.
+ Work collaboratively with engineering staff from various teams/disciplines on geotechnical consulting projects
+ 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.
+ Participate in and promote a safety-first culture
**What you'll bring to WSP:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university
+ Postgraduate degree (Master's or PhD) in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
+ 12+ years of relevant (post-degree) experience working in a consulting engineering environment
+ Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with PEO
+ Demonstrated experience related to geotechnical engineering, including business development, analysis and design.
+ Extensive working knowledge of applicable codes and standards
+ Previous experience related to the presentation of technical topics to clients.
+ Excellent organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities, and attention to detail.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules.
+ Valid Ontario Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.
+ Commitment to safe work practices for yourself and your colleagues
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
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Technical Director, Geotechnical Engineering
Ontario, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted 8 days ago
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Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
2
Technical Director, Geotechnical Engineering
Ottawa, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted 8 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
3
Technical Director, Geotechnical Engineering
London, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted 8 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
4
Technical Director, Geotechnical Engineering
Whitby, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted 8 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
5
Technical Director, Geotechnical Engineering
Thornhill, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted 8 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
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Technical Director, Geotechnical Engineering
Mississauga, Ontario
WSP USA
Posted 8 days ago
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**The Opportunity:**
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
As a Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering, you will serve as a senior leader and subject matter expert, responsible for shaping the strategic direction of WSP's geotechnical services across Ontario and beyond. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex, high-impact projects. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, advise executive leadership, and represent WSP externally in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic partnerships.
**Why choose WSP?**
+ We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion** and **belonging**
+ Our **Flexible** Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
+ A **Canadian** success story - we're **proud** to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
+ **Enhance** the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
+ **Outstanding** career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your** ideas and trying **new** things.
+ A phenomenal **collaborative** culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good** **people** who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
# **WeAreWSP**
**Key Responsibilities**
**Strategic & Technical Leadership**
+ Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement projects.
+ Lead the development and implementation of geotechnical methodologies, standards, and innovation initiatives.
+ Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership on geotechnical matters.
+ Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and profitability across a portfolio of high-impact projects.
+ Mentor technical staff and contribute to talent development and succession planning.
+ Represent WSP in industry associations, technical committees, and client engagements.
+ Drive thought leadership in geotechnical engineering, contributing to publications, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
**Seller/Doer & Business Growth**
+ Act as a "seller/doer" by actively engaging in business development activities while leading project execution.
+ Play a key role in driving business growth through client relationship management, opportunity identification, and strategic proposal development.
+ Work collaboratively to drive growth by supporting business development activities and key pursuits.
+ Increase the visibility of WSP by sharing knowledge and innovation at key client engagements.
+ Actively participate in the Go/No Go review process, contribute to win strategies, and ensure successful project execution through hands-on involvement in key pursuits, client management, and project management.
+ Lead growth by developing and leading the business development, key pursuit, and sales strategy, holding team members accountable to expand reach and client base.
+ Partner with other leadership to drive collaboration on pursuits across geographies and business lines.
+ Responsible for utilizing and ensuring the opportunity pipeline is maintained, including opportunity forecasting.
**Project & People Management**
+ Proactively identify opportunities to reinforce and further develop WSP's high-performance culture with a focus on talent, quality, innovation, productivity, excellence, and business performance in pursuits.
+ Inspire, motivate, and hold the team accountable for the delivery of innovative design solutions throughout the pursuit and project stages.
+ Build strong partnerships with business leaders in other WSP sectors to foster collaboration, grow new expertise, increase work share opportunities, and drive growth.
+ Oversee risk management related to projects and pursuits, including review of contracts, fees, and proposals on large pursuits.
+ Collaborate with the team in developing, attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent while supporting the overall talent management lifecycle.
+ Establish employee connectedness to leadership by interfacing frequently with employees and participating in meetings to communicate the vision, business strategy, and progress against action plans.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Education** : Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred. Professional degree and registration preferred in your field of practice, as applicable.
+ **Professional Designation** : Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
+ **Experience** : Minimum 20-25 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, including 10+ years in senior leadership or technical director roles. Minimum 15 years of experience within the earth and environment sector in Ontario and Atlantic Canada markets, including 10 years of direct involvement in or managing pursuits/proposals for engineering design and/or construction services.
+ **Technical Expertise** :
+ Advanced knowledge of geotechnical investigation, foundation systems, slope stability, and geohazard assessment.
+ Experience with offshore and nearshore geotechnical projects, pipeline routing, and complex ground modeling.
+ Proficiency in geotechnical software, GIS systems, and data management platforms.
+ **Leadership & Strategic Impact** :
+ Demonstrated leadership on key projects and experience with delivering project excellence.
+ Strong seller-doer capable of generating work, creating long-term relationships, and delivering long-term value to clients for WSP.
+ Highly collaborative and driven to form internal partnerships.
+ Knowledge of market assessment techniques, insights, and contacts.
+ An entrepreneurial orientation with a strong understanding of the business development challenges of a consulting services provider.
+ Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios.
+ Strategic thinker with experience in business development, client relationship management, and operational oversight.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and drive innovation.
+ **Communication** : Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
+ **Professional Associations** : Active membership in relevant industry bodies.
+ **Additional Experience** : Experience with responding to Requests for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and Statements of Qualifications.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
7
Geotechnical Engineering Graduate - Environment
Markham, Ontario
AECOM
Posted 19 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Company Description**
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**
+ Conducting field related work, including coordination with subcontractors, conduct site visits, conduct geotechnical field investigations and monitoring of construction activities (grading, instrumentation installation and monitoring).
+ Collecting and analyzing data under the supervision of a professional engineer.
+ Conducting engineering design under the supervision of a professional engineer.
+ Creating designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of a professional engineer.
+ Use computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
+ Building analytic and design skills.
+ Performing work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
+ Analyzing and preparing recommendations and reports for projects relating to foundation design including settlement analysis, seepage and slope stability, road structure design, and other geotechnical related projects.
+ Communicating effectively with others within the team and with internal and external clients.
+ Supporting Senior Engineers with competitive proposals and work plans.
+ Providing guidance and troubleshooting for quality control testing and performance of earthworks such as fill compaction and excavations.
+ Traveling to work will be expected within Ontario, and potentially other provinces/territories in Canada.
+ You will have an opportunity to travel for site investigations, site inspections, and construction monitoring of projects within Canada
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Geological Engineering with emphasis on Geotechnical Engineering.
**Preferred Skills/experience:**
+ Coop terms of construction administration, or related experience within the civil, geological or geotechnical engineering field.
+ Valid and unrestricted driver's license.
+ Willing and interested in working overtime and weekends
+ Experience in team related job setting is an asset
+ Knowledge and experience with various geotechnical software, such as Geostudios, Ensoft (LPile, Shaft, Apile), Settle 3D, etc.
+ Construction oversight, QAQC, contract administration.
+ Coordination of designs with drafting teams and/or personal proficiency with AutoCAD.
+ Highly developed written communication, time management and organizational skills.
+ Demonstrated interpersonal skills; conduct yourself with integrity, work within multi-disciplined teams, deal with complex issues, and maintain effective working relationships.
+ Have a high level of initiative and enthusiasm for getting things done.
+ Proficient with MS Office Suite; excellent knowledge of Excel and Word.
**Additional Information**
+ Relocation is not available for this position.
+ Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Environment
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Canada
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**
+ Conducting field related work, including coordination with subcontractors, conduct site visits, conduct geotechnical field investigations and monitoring of construction activities (grading, instrumentation installation and monitoring).
+ Collecting and analyzing data under the supervision of a professional engineer.
+ Conducting engineering design under the supervision of a professional engineer.
+ Creating designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of a professional engineer.
+ Use computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
+ Building analytic and design skills.
+ Performing work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
+ Analyzing and preparing recommendations and reports for projects relating to foundation design including settlement analysis, seepage and slope stability, road structure design, and other geotechnical related projects.
+ Communicating effectively with others within the team and with internal and external clients.
+ Supporting Senior Engineers with competitive proposals and work plans.
+ Providing guidance and troubleshooting for quality control testing and performance of earthworks such as fill compaction and excavations.
+ Traveling to work will be expected within Ontario, and potentially other provinces/territories in Canada.
+ You will have an opportunity to travel for site investigations, site inspections, and construction monitoring of projects within Canada
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Geological Engineering with emphasis on Geotechnical Engineering.
**Preferred Skills/experience:**
+ Coop terms of construction administration, or related experience within the civil, geological or geotechnical engineering field.
+ Valid and unrestricted driver's license.
+ Willing and interested in working overtime and weekends
+ Experience in team related job setting is an asset
+ Knowledge and experience with various geotechnical software, such as Geostudios, Ensoft (LPile, Shaft, Apile), Settle 3D, etc.
+ Construction oversight, QAQC, contract administration.
+ Coordination of designs with drafting teams and/or personal proficiency with AutoCAD.
+ Highly developed written communication, time management and organizational skills.
+ Demonstrated interpersonal skills; conduct yourself with integrity, work within multi-disciplined teams, deal with complex issues, and maintain effective working relationships.
+ Have a high level of initiative and enthusiasm for getting things done.
+ Proficient with MS Office Suite; excellent knowledge of Excel and Word.
**Additional Information**
+ Relocation is not available for this position.
+ Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Environment
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Canada
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
8
Senior Professional, Geotechnical Engineering
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
WSP USA
Posted 21 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**The Opportunity:**
WSP currently has an exceptional opportunity for a Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer with permafrost (cold region) experience to join the Prairies & North Ground Engineering team. The successful engineer can be based in any of our offices in Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba.
The Ground Engineering Group is involved in a range of projects from conventional to leading-edge complex assignments in the area of foundations, infrastructure and transportation; design of tailings dams, pit walls and waste dump structures in the mining industry; and slope assessment and stabilization work related to geohazards.
The diversity in projects and complexity provides the opportunity for a rewarding career in one or more practice areas.
To succeed in this role, you'll have a strong understanding of geotechnical engineering and engineering geology, particularly in permafrost environments as well as proven project/client management, and communication skills. In return, you'll play a key role in the organization to deliver and/or review high-quality engineering services and solutions to our clients.
**We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.**
#WeAreWSP
**A day in the life:**
As a Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer with WSP Ground Engineering Group, you'll have the opportunity to:
+ Use your technical skills to deliver high-quality engineering services focused on permafrost environments with geotechnical investigations, conceptual and detailed engineering designs, analytical and numerical analysis and evaluations, technical specifications, drawings, and reporting.
+ Use your business sense to assist in maintaining and building strong client relationships and developing and growing the business for the long term.
+ Use your leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills to manage projects and lead geotechnical and multidisciplinary project teams.
+ Mentor, train, and develop junior to intermediate geotechnical engineering staff.
+ Prepare and review technical proposals and reports.
+ Collaborate with other WSP offices, geotechnical engineering staff, and a range of internal multi-discipline groups on various projects across the Prairie and North region.
**What you'll bring to WSP .**
+ A university degree with a minimum of an undergraduate degree (preferably with a Masters or Ph.D. degree) in civil (preferably geotechnical) or geological engineering from an accredited university.
+ A minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and design experience, with a focus on permafrost or cold region engineering.
+ A strong understanding of geotechnical and permafrost engineering and engineering geology.
+ Experience in geotechnical investigations, geohazard evaluations, air-photo/LiDAR interpretations, thermal and slope stability evaluation, instrumentation, and construction monitoring.
+ Experience with numerical thermal analysis using Temp/W and experience with the site investigation, design and construction of building and bridge foundations, landfills, roads, and other earth structures in permafrost regions would be an asset.
+ Experience with the design, construction, instrumentation, operational reviews and/or reclamation of waste dumps, pit walls, and/or tailings dykes.
+ Extensive experience with thermal, slope stability, seepage and deformation modelling.
+ Specific knowledge and understanding of the geology in the Prairies and Northern Canadian regions (Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut) would be an asset.
+ Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities, and a motivated team player.
+ Excellent client relations and communication skills and abilities to manage project deliverables on time and budget.
+ Excellent written communication skills to prepare work scopes, reports, presentations, and publications.
+ A strong commitment to safety and sustainability.
+ Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Canada.
+ Unrestricted class 5 driver's license (or equivalent) valid in Canada and clean driver's abstract.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
WSP currently has an exceptional opportunity for a Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer with permafrost (cold region) experience to join the Prairies & North Ground Engineering team. The successful engineer can be based in any of our offices in Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba.
The Ground Engineering Group is involved in a range of projects from conventional to leading-edge complex assignments in the area of foundations, infrastructure and transportation; design of tailings dams, pit walls and waste dump structures in the mining industry; and slope assessment and stabilization work related to geohazards.
The diversity in projects and complexity provides the opportunity for a rewarding career in one or more practice areas.
To succeed in this role, you'll have a strong understanding of geotechnical engineering and engineering geology, particularly in permafrost environments as well as proven project/client management, and communication skills. In return, you'll play a key role in the organization to deliver and/or review high-quality engineering services and solutions to our clients.
**We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.**
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**A day in the life:**
As a Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer with WSP Ground Engineering Group, you'll have the opportunity to:
+ Use your technical skills to deliver high-quality engineering services focused on permafrost environments with geotechnical investigations, conceptual and detailed engineering designs, analytical and numerical analysis and evaluations, technical specifications, drawings, and reporting.
+ Use your business sense to assist in maintaining and building strong client relationships and developing and growing the business for the long term.
+ Use your leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills to manage projects and lead geotechnical and multidisciplinary project teams.
+ Mentor, train, and develop junior to intermediate geotechnical engineering staff.
+ Prepare and review technical proposals and reports.
+ Collaborate with other WSP offices, geotechnical engineering staff, and a range of internal multi-discipline groups on various projects across the Prairie and North region.
**What you'll bring to WSP .**
+ A university degree with a minimum of an undergraduate degree (preferably with a Masters or Ph.D. degree) in civil (preferably geotechnical) or geological engineering from an accredited university.
+ A minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and design experience, with a focus on permafrost or cold region engineering.
+ A strong understanding of geotechnical and permafrost engineering and engineering geology.
+ Experience in geotechnical investigations, geohazard evaluations, air-photo/LiDAR interpretations, thermal and slope stability evaluation, instrumentation, and construction monitoring.
+ Experience with numerical thermal analysis using Temp/W and experience with the site investigation, design and construction of building and bridge foundations, landfills, roads, and other earth structures in permafrost regions would be an asset.
+ Experience with the design, construction, instrumentation, operational reviews and/or reclamation of waste dumps, pit walls, and/or tailings dykes.
+ Extensive experience with thermal, slope stability, seepage and deformation modelling.
+ Specific knowledge and understanding of the geology in the Prairies and Northern Canadian regions (Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut) would be an asset.
+ Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities, and a motivated team player.
+ Excellent client relations and communication skills and abilities to manage project deliverables on time and budget.
+ Excellent written communication skills to prepare work scopes, reports, presentations, and publications.
+ A strong commitment to safety and sustainability.
+ Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Canada.
+ Unrestricted class 5 driver's license (or equivalent) valid in Canada and clean driver's abstract.
**WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At **WSP** :
+ We value our people and our reputation
+ We are locally dedicated with international scale
+ We are future focused and challenge the status quo
+ We foster collaboration in everything we do
+ We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (
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