At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead permafrost engineering projects and collaborate on cold-region infrastructure.
- Company: Join WSP, a leader in innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor and grow within a multidisciplinary team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on northern engineering challenges while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering with 12+ years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 96750 - 118250 $ per year.
Lead permafrost engineering assignments with WSP using thermal analysis, geohazard assessment, and project leadership across Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba offices. Collaborate on complex cold-region infrastructure. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will support WSP’s Prairies & North Ground Engineering team. Your work spans foundations, transportation, mining, geohazards, and earth structures. You will combine technical leadership, client management, multidisciplinary coordination, and mentorship while helping grow the geotechnical practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead permafrost investigations, studies, design, and construction assignments
- Deliver analyses, specifications, drawings, and engineering reports
- Apply thermal, slope stability, seepage, deformation, and geohazard expertise
- Manage multidisciplinary projects, teams, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Mentor professionals and contribute to proposals and business development
Requirements:
- Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering
- 12+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering and design experience
- Demonstrated permafrost or cold-region engineering experience
- Experience with investigations, instrumentation, monitoring, and modelling
- Professional Engineer registration eligibility and unrestricted Canadian Class 5 licence
Apply your permafrost, geotechnical analysis, project management, and mentorship expertise to complex northern engineering work with WSP.
Senior Permafrost Geotechnical Engineer in Calgary employer: WSP USA
WSP is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for professionals in the engineering field. Located in Mississauga, Ontario, as a Senior Technical Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers. With a commitment to employee growth, flexible work arrangements, and a focus on creating sustainable solutions, WSP empowers its team members to thrive both personally and professionally.
