WSP

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Tailings)

WSP$104K — $138K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil (Geotechnical) or Geological Engineering; a postgraduate degree (MSc/PhD) is considered an asset.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligibility for registration with APEGA.
  • 10+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience encompassing investigation, analysis, and design.
  • Proven consulting experience with accountability for clients, budgets, and technical outcomes.
  • Proficiency with geotechnical modelling tools like Slope/W, Seep/W, FLAC, Plaxis, Global Mapper and a continuous learning mindset.
  • Valid, unrestricted Alberta Class 5 driver's license and commitment to fieldwork.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, design, and deliver geotechnical investigations for water, tailings dams, and resource development projects in Alberta.
  • Interpret field and laboratory data and produce technical reports impacting major project decisions.
  • Manage diverse geotechnical projects to ensure technical excellence and on-time delivery.
  • Provide mentorship and support to junior engineers, fostering growth within the team.
  • Conduct advanced analyses and modeling for slopes, dams, waste dumps, and pit walls.
  • Oversee construction, conduct site assessments, and investigate under varied environmental conditions.

Benefits

  • Mentorship opportunities from experienced professionals.
  • Involvement in impactful, large-scale projects within Alberta.
  • Potential for growth and career advancement in a dynamic field.
  • Supportive work culture focused on sustainability and resource development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Your Impact Starts Here - As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Calgary or Edmonton, you'll shape the future of infrastructure, resource development, and climate-resilient communities across Alberta. You'll apply your expertise to technically challenging geotechnical projects, from tailings and water dam designs, waste dump and pit wall designs, work on state-of-the-art mine closure projects and coordinating and overseeing field investigation and instrumentation programs- making a real impact across the province.
Your Impact

  • Lead, design, and deliver geotechnical investigations that support safe, sustainable water, tailings dams, and resource development projects throughout Alberta.
  • Interpret field and laboratory data, apply engineering judgment, and develop high-quality technical reports that influence major project decisions.
  • Manage projects of varying scale and complexity, ensuring technical excellence, on-time delivery, and strong client service.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to junior and intermediate engineers, contributing to a strong, future-ready Ground Engineering team.
  • Conduct advanced geotechnical analyses and modelling for slopes, dams, waste dumps, pit walls, and other geotechnical designs.
  • Participate in construction oversight, site assessments, and investigations under diverse terrain and environmental conditions.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil (Geotechnical) or Geological Engineering; a postgraduate degree (MSc/PhD) is considered an asset.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligibility for registration with APEGA.
  • 10+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience encompassing investigation, analysis, and design.
  • Proven consulting experience with accountability for clients, budgets, and technical outcomes.
  • Proficiency with geotechnical modelling tools, such as Slope/W, Seep/W, FLAC, Plaxis, Global Mapper and a continuous learning mindset.
  • Valid, unrestricted Alberta Class 5 driver's license and a commitment to fieldwork and site activities as required.
Compensation

Compensation:
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

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?

If you're driven by purpose and inspired by impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in a career shaping the future of communities across Alberta.

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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