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 a Junior 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. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

• 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 - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• You’ll assist project managers / technical leads with the execution of a broad range of hydrogeology technical services which may include involvement in the groundwater components of Environmental Impact Assessments for the oil sands industry, baseline hydrogeological studies, mine dewatering projects, and groundwater supply projects

• You’ll support in the development and application of analytical and numerical groundwater models as required to support groundwater modelling projects

• You’ll manage and use data, either collected in the field or provided by clients, to assist with project reporting, which may include: completion of data analysis, borehole logs, data tables, or the analysis and interpretation of model results

• You will assist with the analysis and interpretation of model results and hydrogeological data and preparation of reports

• You are a self-starter and be able to take ownership of project tasks using their technical knowledge

• 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 and other team members to support your individual career progression and growth

• You will work closely with other members of the groundwater modelling team in Calgary as well as the wider WSP groundwater technical community across Canada and around the world in a collaborative environment

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

• Undergraduate Degree in Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineering or Geology/Hydrogeology.

• Specialization in groundwater modelling through course work or undergraduate projects/thesis is preferred; candidates with degrees in Geology or Environmental Sciences who have strong analytical and quantitative skills and candidates with other degrees having a strong quantitative component such as physics or applied mathematics will also be considered

• Strong all-around academic knowledge of physical hydrogeology. Knowledge of Alberta geology would be an asset

• Eligibility to become licensed as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist in the Province of Alberta (or equivalent)

• Strong computer skills including working with GIS-type software, digital databases, visualization software (Leapfrog), etc.

• Exposure to or experience with industry-standard numerical modelling packages (e.g., MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas, FEFLOW, HydroGeoSphere, MIKE SHE) would be an asset

• Programming experience would be an asset

• Some practical field experience with physical hydrogeology including borehole logging, monitoring well installation, hydraulic conductivity testing, or water sampling would be an asset

• Solid organizational skills (prioritization, time management, record keeping, follow up, tracking)

• 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 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.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)