Ground Improvement Technical Lead

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We are Visioneers. We are WSP The Opportunity Build the Future with Us - Lead the evolution of ground improvement solutions across Ontario and Canada. As a Ground Improvement Technical Lead, you’ll bring deep expertise in ground engineering and ground modification techniques to deliver high-impact infrastructure projects. This role blends technical leadership, project delivery, and market growth — enabling you to shape complex geotechnical solutions while mentoring teams and expanding WSP’s presence in the Canadian ground improvement market. Your Impact

Lead the technical delivery of complex ground improvement projects, ensuring innovative, safe, and cost-effective solutions

Drive the planning and implementation of ground improvement techniques including deep soil mixing, densification, grouting, and reinforcement systems

Provide subject matter expertise on ground conditions and treatment methodologies across diverse project environments

Oversee project execution from concept through construction, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget targets are met

Mentor and develop junior and intermediate engineers, strengthening technical capability across the team

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geotechnical and ground improvement solutions into major infrastructure projects

Support business development by identifying opportunities and expanding WSP’s ground improvement market presence in Canada

Build strong client relationships, delivering trusted advisory services and technical excellence

The Skills That Set You Apart

15+ years of experience in geotechnical or civil engineering or construction, including at least 5 years focused on ground improvement

Proven experience delivering completed ground improvement projects across varying site conditions and project types

Strong technical knowledge of ground improvement methods such as vibro compaction, dynamic compaction, grouting, soil mixing, wick drains, and rigid inclusions

Deep understanding of geotechnical site conditions, risk assessment, and ground behaviour

Demonstrated leadership in technical review, design oversight, and project execution

Familiarity with the Canadian ground improvement market, including client landscape and regulatory environment

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario (or eligibility to obtain) strongly preferred

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence clients and multidisciplinary teams

Why Choose WSP?

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Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.

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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: $147,500 - $ $195,400

MB & ON: $134,600 - $184,600

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $133,200 - $176,900

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.

Bring your technical leadership to a team that’s redefining what’s possible in ground improvement across Canada. At WSP, your expertise won’t just support projects — it will shape the ground beneath them and the future above.

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