WSP

Intermediate Water Quality Modeller

WSP$80K — $107K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in water quality modelling and hydrodynamic modelling.
  • Degree in Environmental, Civil, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Eligible for or currently registered as an EIT or P.Eng. within a Canadian jurisdiction.
  • Experience with modelling platforms such as CE-QUAL-W2, MIKE3, or equivalent tools.
  • Strong knowledge of surface water processes and aquatic systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply water quality and hydrodynamic models for various water systems.
  • Calibrate and validate models to guide water management and environmental decisions.
  • Support environmental impact assessments and mine closure planning initiatives.
  • Analyze complex environmental datasets and modelling outputs.
  • Prepare high-quality technical reports and regulatory submissions.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated and defensible water management solutions.
  • Engage with clients and regulators to advance project outcomes.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Opportunity to influence critical environmental decisions.
  • Contribution to sustainable resource development.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • Involvement in innovative water management and environmental initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us

Step into a role where your expertise in water quality modelling directly supports sustainable mining solutions across Canada. Join multidisciplinary teams delivering water quality assessments, hydrodynamic modelling, and environmental impact studies that help shape projects from feasibility through mine closure and regulatory approval. Your work will influence critical environmental decisions and contribute to responsible resource development.

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Your Impact
  • Develop and apply water quality and hydrodynamic models for lakes, reservoirs, pit lakes, rivers, and watershed systems.
  • Calibrate and validate models that guide water management strategies and environmental decision-making.
  • Support environmental impact assessments, baseline studies, and mine closure planning initiatives.
  • Analyze complex environmental datasets, including surface water monitoring data and modelling outputs.
  • Contribute to conceptual model development through parameterization, scenario analysis, and interpretation of results.
  • Prepare high-quality technical reports, figures, and regulatory submissions that withstand technical review.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, practical, and defensible water management solutions.
  • Support proposal development and engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to advance project outcomes.
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • 5+ years of experience in water quality modelling, hydrodynamic modelling, or surface water assessments.
  • Degree in Environmental, Civil, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Eligible for registration or currently registered as an EIT or P.Eng. within a Canadian jurisdiction.
  • Experience with modelling platforms such as CE-QUAL-W2, MIKE3, GEMSS, WASP, GoldSim, or equivalent tools.
  • Strong understanding of surface water processes, aquatic systems, and water quality dynamics.
  • Proficiency with data analysis and programming tools including Python, R, MATLAB, or advanced Excel.
  • Experience supporting environmental monitoring programs and working with large environmental datasets.
  • Demonstrated technical writing capabilities with a strong focus on QA/QC and defensible scientific outcomes.
Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 - $107,000
MB & ON: $73,700 - $101,500
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $73,000 - $96,900

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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and passion for solving complex water challenges. Join a team where your technical expertise helps create sustainable outcomes for clients, communities, and the environment while unlocking opportunities for growth, collaboration, and impact.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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54,000 employees
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Founded
1959

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