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With us, you can.With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.\nWe are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.\nWith an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.\nWe are pathfinders and impact makers.\nWe are Visioneers.\nWe are WSP.\nThe Opportunity\nBuild the Future with Us\nJoin our Ground Engineering Group as a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist based in Vancouver, BC. In this role, you will contribute to complex infrastructure, transportation, and land development projects across Western Canada while collaborating with industry-leading specialists. This is an opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, gain exposure to challenging projects, and help deliver practical geotechnical solutions that support resilient communities and critical infrastructure.\nYour Impact\nSupport medium to large-scale geotechnical investigation programs across British Columbia and Western Canada.\nConduct field investigations and provide construction support services, including travel to remote project locations when required.\nAssist in managing geotechnical aspects of construction projects through technical reviews, compliance monitoring, and cost awareness.\nInterpret subsurface conditions and translate investigation findings into practical engineering recommendations.\nPerform geotechnical analyses and design using industry-recognized methodologies and software.\nPrepare clear, accurate, and high-quality technical reports and engineering deliverables.\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geotechnical solutions into transportation, infrastructure, and land development projects.\nContribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions that create lasting value for clients and communities.\nThe Skills That Set You Apart\nBachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or Engineering Geology.\n2 to 7 years of progressive geotechnical engineering or engineering geology experience, preferably within a consulting environment.\nExperience planning and executing geotechnical site investigations and supporting construction projects.\nProficiency with geotechnical software such as Slide/SlopeW, Settle3, CLiq, CPeT-IT, or equivalent analytical tools.\nStrong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and technical reporting standards.\nRegistration as an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) or Geoscientist-in-Training (G.I.T.) in British Columbia, or the ability to obtain registration within a reasonable timeframe.\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate geotechnical data and develop practical engineering solutions.\nAbility to work effectively in both office and field environments while maintaining a strong commitment to health, safety, and quality.\nWhy Choose WSP?\nWhy Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.\nProudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.\nA global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.\nLimitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.\nFlexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.\nCompensation\nAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $72,800 - $97,900\nMB & ON: $66,500 - $92,800\nNB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $65,800 - $88,600\nDisclosure:\nThe 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.\nReady to Build What's Next?\nBring your geotechnical expertise, curiosity, and ambition to projects that shape how people move, connect, and grow. Join a team where your technical contributions matter, your development is supported, and your work helps create resilient infrastructure for future generations.\nApply today and help build the foundations for tomorrow with WSP. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.\nIt's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.\nAs one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.\nAt WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.\nJoin us.\nPlease Note:\nHealth and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .\nSome safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).\nWSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.\nWSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.\nWSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. 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