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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.
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The Opportunity

Lead with Impact - As a Lead Geotechnical Engineer in our GTA West Group, you'll guide complex engineering projects and help shape the future of geotechnical design across Ontario. You'll lead technical delivery, mentor emerging professionals, and contribute to strategic growth while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for public and private sector clients.

Your Impact

• Serve as the lead geotechnical engineer for subsurface exploration programs, foundation design, and construction support on major transportation, infrastructure, and property development projects.
• Drive growth and innovation within WSP's Earth & Environment Business Line, ensuring client success and technical excellence.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, securing new work opportunities and expanding WSP's geotechnical portfolio.
• Lead geotechnical engineering projects, including design-build and design-bid-build delivery models.
• Oversee project financials, quality control, and subcontractor management.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, proposals, and cost estimates for medium to large-scale projects.
• Represent WSP at industry conferences and workshops as a technical leader.
• Mentor geotechnical engineering staff and provide guidance on complex technical challenges.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's or PhD preferred).
• 12+ years of consulting experience in geotechnical engineering, including business development and project leadership.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration with PEO.
• Expertise in geotechnical analysis, design, and applicable codes and standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and experience presenting technical topics to clients.
• Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

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'll 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.
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Build What's Next

Ready to lead geotechnical innovation and shape sustainable infrastructure? Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career with WSP.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $122,900 - $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $111,000 - $147,400

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.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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.

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