Technical Director - Principal Groundwater Modeler

Location: Montreal

Job Description
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We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity
Your Impact Starts Here
Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

As part of WSP, you will have access to an unparalleled global network of resources, expertise, and opportunities to collaborate on complex, high-impact groundwater projects. As Technical Director, Groundwater Modelling, you will be a recognized global modelling expert and senior technical leader within WSP's hydrogeology and water resources practice. You will provide strategic and technical direction for major groundwater modelling assignments in Canada and internationally, connect and support modelling teams across regions, advise clients and regulators, advance leading practice, mentor technical professionals, and help grow WSP's global groundwater modelling capability and market presence.

Technical Leadership & Strategy

Serve as WSP’s senior expert in groundwater modelling, providing technical leadership on complex groundwater and contaminant transport projects.

Advance modelling best practices, QA/QC standards, innovation, and strategic growth across the business.

Advise clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders on modelling approaches, risk, uncertainty, and decision‑making.

Project Delivery & Global Collaboration

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Canada and internationally to deliver integrated water, mining, infrastructure, and environmental projects.

Lead or provide senior oversight, peer review, and technical guidance for complex groundwater modelling assignments.

Develop conceptual and numerical models, assess uncertainties, and communicate technical findings to support project and regulatory requirements.

Capability Building & Innovation

Strengthen WSP’s global groundwater modelling capability through mentoring, coaching, knowledge sharing, and technical leadership.

Promote innovation in modelling tools, data analytics, GIS, automation, visualization, and digital solutions.

Support recruitment, workforce development, and succession planning within the groundwater modelling practice.

Business Development & Industry Leadership

Build strong relationships with clients, regulators, and industry partners.

Provide technical leadership for proposals, pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives.

Represent WSP through conferences, publications, industry forums, and thought leadership activities.

Health, Safety & Professional Excellence

Champion a strong health and safety culture and uphold the highest standards of technical quality, ethics, and professional practice.

Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable water management solutions.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Master’s degree or PhD in Hydrogeology, Engineering, Earth Sciences, Water Resources, or a related field.

20+ years of experience in groundwater modelling and hydrogeology, including senior technical leadership in consulting.

Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.

Demonstrated expertise leading complex groundwater modelling projects and multidisciplinary teams.

Advanced knowledge of groundwater flow and…