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WSP Canada

Intermediate Geotechnical Construction Materials Field Technician

Posted 2 days ago

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP
The OpportunityBuild the Future with Us
WSP has a new opportunity for an Intermediate Geotechnical Construction Materials Field Technician based out of our Markham (Steelcase office) location. This role offers the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise while working alongside like-minded technicians, engineers, and professionals within a leading global professional consulting firm.

As a Geotechnical Construction Materials Field Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the quality and integrity of construction projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional building sites, as well as major infrastructure projects that shape our communities.
Your Impact
  • Deliver technical services in both field and office environments to support geotechnical and construction materials projects.
  • Perform field Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing on soils, concrete, aggregate, and asphalt in accordance with project and industry standards.
  • Conduct soil and asphalt compaction testing to confirm compliance with specifications.
  • Carry out subgrade, footing, and construction site inspections and observations.
  • Lead and support subsurface investigations, including layout, supervising drill rigs and excavators, logging boreholes and test pits, sampling soil and groundwater, and preparing detailed site sketches.
  • Maintain, calibrate, and operate testing equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and safety.
  • Collaborate with engineers and project managers to troubleshoot and resolve field challenges while championing health, safety, and quality practices.
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, preferably with a focus on geotechnical engineering.
  • 4-6 years of experience working as a geotechnical construction materials technician.
  • Registration or eligibility for registration with OACETT or PEO is considered an asset.
  • Strong knowledge of civil construction practices, drilling procedures (asset), and testing standards (CSA, ASTM, CCIL).
  • Proven ability to work independently in construction and laboratory environments while coordinating effectively with supervisors and project teams.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and contractors.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
  • Valid driver's license with access to a vehicle and appropriate insurance coverage; willingness to travel and accommodate overtime, night shifts, and weekends as required.
Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
  • Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless 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.
  • Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $60,100 - $79,600
MB & ON: $54,800 - $75,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $54,200 - $72,000

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 an experienced geotechnical technician looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to impactful projects, we'd love to hear from you. Join WSP and help shape the communities of tomorrow.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It'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.

As 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.

At 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.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health 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 .

Some 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).

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. Full details here .

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.

Industry

Engineering

Company Size

5001-10,000 employees

Application closing date is 2026-07-04

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