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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

WSP -
Dartmouth, NS

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Job details

$81,900–$124,900 a year

Qualifications

Laboratory experience
Analysis skills
Project management
Driving Licence

Full job description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? 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 Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here – Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

WSP is seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Ground Engineering and Materials Team in Dartmouth, NS . Your work will blend field assignments with office‑based analysis and design on a wide range of geotechnical projects in Atlantic Canada. You’ll collaborate with technical experts, support major infrastructure initiatives, and contribute directly to our regional project portfolio.

Your Impact

Lead and participate in field programs including borehole drilling, test pitting, in situ testing, instrumentation installation, and construction monitoring.
Analyze geotechnical and geological data to develop recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, pavements, and slope stability.
Prepare clear, defensible technical reports such as investigations, design briefs, and construction documentation.
Provide geotechnical input to multidisciplinary teams and support innovative, data driven solutions.
Mentor junior staff in field methods, analysis techniques, and safety practices.
Build strong client relationships through responsive, reliable engineering advice.
Support quality assurance processes, project coordination, and continuous improvement in geotechnical practice.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Technical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
Registered, or eligible for registration, as a P.Eng. with Engineers Nova Scotia.
Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Geotechnical or Geological Engineer.
Valid Canadian driver’s license.
Solid intermediate level consulting experience in geotechnical engineering.
Strong analytical abilities and proven project management capability.
Demonstrated success delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Familiarity with geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Rocscience, or similar.
Experience interpreting soil and rock conditions, laboratory data, and construction requirements.
Willingness to work on project sites as required.
Ability to critically assess and validate geotechnical analysis outputs.

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 globa l 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.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $89,800 – $118,900

MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

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 .

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