Technical Director Geotechnical Engineering

Location: Sault Ste. Marie

Senior Geotechnical Engineer  –  WSP Canada

Join a collaborative Ground Engineering team tackling geotechnical challenges across Northern Ontario (North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins, or Thunder Bay). You will work closely with our professionals, collaborate with industry experts, and work on various projects in Northern Ontario (as well as throughout the rest of Ontario and potentially across the country). 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 across multiple industries.

Why choose WSP?

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. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, 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.

What you can expect to do here:

Assist in the growth of WSP’s Geotechnical Engineering presence in Northern Ontario by growing our private, public sector and indigenous community geotechnical engineering client base and project portfolio.

Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects from inception to completion.

Facilitate site investigations, soil and rock sampling, and geotechnical analysis.

Prepare and review geotechnical reports, designs, and recommendations.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers and technical staff.

Collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.

Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, client meetings/presentations, team development, as well as site visits across Northern Ontario.

Stay current with advancements in geotechnical engineering and incorporate new technologies and methodologies into projects.

What You'll Bring To WSP…

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Registered as Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.

Minimum of 10 years of relevant (post‑degree) working experience in geotechnical engineering, with a focus on consulting and/or project management.

A track record in business development, including a strong existing client base is preferred.

Demonstrated success in customer services, client management and proposal/report writing.

Strong technical knowledge in soil mechanics, foundation engineering, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques.

Proficiency in geotechnical software and tools.

Strong technical writing, interpersonal communication, and emotional intelligence.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

An Ontario Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Sense of initiative, attention to detail & team spirit.

Commitment to safe work practices for yourself and your colleagues.

About Us
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.

Our Core Values

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…