Junior Groundwater Modeller

We are a global leader in the Earth and Environment sector, made stronger with the recent acquisition of Golder. Globally headquartered in Montreal, where it all began, we proudly serve communities from coast to coast and beyond. With Golder now part of our WSP team, we have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from marine biologists to geophysicists to geotechnical engineers and more.

The Opportunity:

At WSP, we're continuing to grow and develop our expertise in Earth and Environment, operating as a trusted advisor and technical expert for engineering and environmental projects for our clients across multiple industries. Our team is growing, and as a result we're adding an Early Career Groundwater Modeller to our group. As part of the team in Prairies and North, you'll be responsible for driving forward our ambitious plans to enhance our Earth and Environment service offerings through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people.

If you have...

A day in the life:

• You’ll assist project managers / technical leads with the execution of a broad range of hydrogeology technical services.
• You’ll support in the development and application of analytical and numerical groundwater models.
• You’ll manage and use data to assist with project reporting.
• Assist with the analysis and interpretation of model results and hydrogeological data.
• Be a self-starter and take ownership of project tasks.
• You’ll follow and understand the health and safety policies and procedures of WSP and our clients.
• You’ll take an active role in working with a mentor to support your individual career progression and growth.

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• An undergraduate Degree in Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineering or Geology/Hydrogeology.
• Strong all-around academic knowledge of physical hydrogeology.
• Eligibility to become licensed as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist in Alberta.
• Zero to four years of experience, preferably with mining and/or oil and gas industries.
• Excitement to better understand hydrogeological data collection and its interpretation.
• Strong computer skills including GIS-type software and digital databases.
• Exposure to or experience with industry-standard numerical modelling packages.
• Programming experience would be an asset.
• Some practical field experience with physical hydrogeology.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.

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

• 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. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy is expected at all times.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job.

WSP welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in 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.