Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Lead the Groundwork for the Future.

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will influence some of Western Canada's most impactful projects. From complex soil behaviour challenges to major infrastructure programs, you'll bring technical leadership, project management excellence, and deep geotechnical insight to multidisciplinary teams shaping resilient, sustainable communities.

• Lead geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design for multidisciplinary infrastructure, energy, and development projects
• Manage medium to large projects from planning and budgeting through execution and client engagement
• Evaluate geotechnical challenges including settlement, liquefaction, slope stability, and excavation design
• Prepare and review technical reports, design briefs, and construction documentation
• Lead field programs and construction QA/QC activities, including site investigations and testing programs
• Mentor junior and intermediate engineers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Geological, or Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, including leadership roles in complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia (or eligibility for registration).
• Proven project management experience, including budgeting, scheduling, resource planning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Advanced proficiency with industry-standard geotechnical software such as Geo Studio, Rocscience, or equivalent tools.
• Valid BC driver's license.

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000
• MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

Additional 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.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. You are expected to comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times, as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

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.