Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

The Opportunity

WSP is seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Ground Engineering and Materials Team in Dartmouth, NS . Your work will blend field assignments with office‑based analysis and design on a wide range of geotechnical projects in Atlantic Canada. You’ll collaborate with technical experts, support major infrastructure initiatives, and contribute directly to our regional project portfolio.

• Lead and participate in field programs including borehole drilling, test pitting, in situ testing, instrumentation installation, and construction monitoring.
• Analyze geotechnical and geological data to develop recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, pavements, and slope stability.
• Prepare clear, defensible technical reports such as investigations, design briefs, and construction documentation.
• Provide geotechnical input to multidisciplinary teams and support innovative, data driven solutions.
• Mentor junior staff in field methods, analysis techniques, and safety practices.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive, reliable engineering advice.
• Support quality assurance processes, project coordination, and continuous improvement in geotechnical practice.

• Technical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a P.Eng. with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Geotechnical or Geological Engineer.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license.
• Solid intermediate level consulting experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong analytical abilities and proven project management capability.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software such as Geo Studio, Rocscience, or similar.
• Experience interpreting soil and rock conditions, laboratory data, and construction requirements.
• Willingness to work on project sites as required.
• Ability to critically assess and validate geotechnical analysis outputs.

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $89,800 – $118,900
• MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.