Experienced Groundwater Modeller

WSP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Proudly Canadian

Global community

Limitless opportunities

Flexible work

Job summary

WSP in Vancouver, BC, is seeking an Experienced Groundwater Modeller to join our Environmental Management team. You will work with leading hydrogeologists and engineers on projects spanning mining, infrastructure, energy, and environmental assessment to advance groundwater modelling expertise and deliver informed decisions.

Ideal candidates hold MSc or PhD in a related field, 4–8 years of practice, and proficiency with MODFLOW, FEFLOW, and visualization tools.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in a related field with a focus on groundwater modelling.
• 4-8 years of experience applying groundwater modelling in consulting, industry, research, or government environments.
• Experience developing and calibrating numerical groundwater models using tools such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, HydroGeoSphere, Seep/W or equivalent platforms.
• Strong understanding of hydrogeological principles, groundwater-surface water interactions, contaminant transport, and aquifer characterization.
• Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization tools including ArcGIS, Leapfrog, ParaView, or similar software.
• Experience with Python, scripting, database management, or advanced analytical workflows is considered an asset.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and client-facing skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply conceptual and numerical groundwater flow and transport models to support environmental assessments, permitting, operational water management, and closure planning.
• Analyze hydrogeological datasets and integrate field investigation results into defensible modelling frameworks.
• Support groundwater supply development, aquifer characterization, dewatering studies, and contaminant hydrogeology assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across environmental, mining, geotechnical, and water resources projects.
• Interpret modelling results and communicate technical findings through reports, presentations, and client discussions.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, work planning, and project execution while supporting successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff and share technical knowledge to strengthen modelling capabilities across the team.
• Support innovation through the application of emerging modelling, visualization, and data analytics tools.

Skills

Groundwater modelling

Data analysis

Technical writing

Client-facing skills

Hydrogeology principles

Education

MSc in Hydrogeology

PhD in Hydrogeology

Tools

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

HydroGeoSphere

Seep/W

ArcGIS

Leapfrog

ParaView

Python

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

Model the Future of Water Resources - Shape the world around you as part of our highly regarded Environmental Management team in British Columbia. Join one of the largest and most experienced hydrogeology groups in BC and the Yukon, where you'll contribute to complex groundwater studies that support sustainable water management, resource development, and environmental stewardship.

As an Experienced Groundwater Modeller, you'll work alongside leading hydrogeologists, geoscientists, and engineers on projects spanning mining, infrastructure, energy, industrial development, and environmental assessment. This role offers the opportunity to advance your modelling expertise while delivering solutions that help communities and industries make informed decisions about groundwater resources.

Your Impact

• Develop and apply conceptual and numerical groundwater flow and transport models to support environmental assessments, permitting, operational water management, and closure planning.
• Analyze hydrogeological datasets and integrate field investigation results into defensible modelling frameworks.
• Support groundwater supply development, aquifer characterization, dewatering studies, and contaminant hydrogeology assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across environmental, mining, geotechnical, and water resources projects.
• Interpret modelling results and communicate technical findings through reports, presentations, and client discussions.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, work planning, and project execution while supporting successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff and share technical knowledge to strengthen modelling capabilities across the team.
• Support innovation through the application of emerging modelling, visualization, and data analytics tools.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• MSc or PhD in Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline with a focus on groundwater modelling.
• Approximately 4-8 years of experience applying groundwater modelling in consulting, industry, research, or government environments.
• Experience developing and calibrating numerical groundwater models using tools such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, HydroGeoSphere, Seep/W, or equivalent platforms.
• Strong understanding of hydrogeological principles, groundwater-surface water interactions, contaminant transport, and aquifer characterization.
• Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization tools including ArcGIS, Leapfrog, ParaView, or similar software.
• Experience with Python, scripting, database management, or advanced analytical workflows is considered an asset.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and client-facing skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $80,800 – $107,000

MB & ON: $73,700 – $101,500

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $73,000 – $96,900

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.

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 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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Make Your Mark with WSP

Help Shape the Future of Groundwater Management

Join a team that is solving some of the most complex water challenges in Canada. If you're passionate about groundwater science, advanced modelling, and creating meaningful environmental outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

About 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.
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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).
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