Intermediate / Senior Groundwater Modeller

WSP in Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Groundwater Modeller to join their innovative team. This role involves leading complex groundwater modeling projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with experts across Canada. The firm offers a flexible work policy, outstanding career growth opportunities, and a commitment to environmental enhancement. If you're passionate about hydrogeology and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Programs

Savings Plans

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in hydrogeology or groundwater modeling.
• Undergraduate degree in relevant engineering or geology fields.
• Specialization in groundwater modeling through coursework.

Responsibilities

• Lead groundwater modeling projects and mentor junior staff.
• Provide expert support in hydrogeological services and assessments.
• Analyze and present hydrogeological data in structured reports.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Groundwater Modeling

GIS

Data Analysis

Technical Communication

Organizational Skills

Programming Skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Geological Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Environmental Engineering

Advanced degrees preferred

Tools

MODFLOW

Groundwater Vistas

FEFLOW

HydroGeoSphere

MIKE SHE

Leapfrog

Job description

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The Opportunity: Join a leading team of hydrogeology experts committed to delivering innovative solutions in a collaborative, global environment. Our team is growing, and we are adding an Intermediate to Senior level Groundwater Modeller to our group. You will lead and shape complex groundwater modeling projects, mentor junior staff, and expand your technical expertise.

We welcome applicants from across Canada, offering the chance to collaborate with a dynamic, nationwide team.

Why WSP?

• We value and uphold a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Flexible Work Policy to support work-life balance
• A Canadian success story, proud to showcase Canada’s achievements
• Opportunity to enhance the environment and infrastructure across Canada
• Outstanding career growth opportunities
• A collaborative culture with dedicated professionals

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness programs, savings plans, and a clear future vision.

What you can expect to do here:

1. Provide expert support in executing advanced hydrogeological services, including groundwater components of Environmental Impact Assessments, baseline hydrogeological studies, mine dewatering, and groundwater supply projects.
2. Lead the development and application of analytical and numerical groundwater models for complex projects.
3. Manage and analyze hydrogeological data, ensuring accurate integration into reports, including advanced data analysis, borehole logs, and model interpretations.
4. Analyze data and results, presenting insights through well-structured reports.
5. Own project deliverables, applying technical expertise and leadership.
6. Uphold health and safety policies of WSP and clients.
7. Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.
8. Collaborate with the groundwater modeling team in Calgary and across Canada and globally.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• 5-10 years of proven experience in hydrogeology or groundwater modeling; more than 10 years encouraged to apply.
• Undergraduate degree in Civil, Geological, Environmental Engineering, or Geology/Hydrogeology; advanced degrees preferred.
• Specialization in groundwater modeling through coursework or experience.
• Knowledge of geology in hydrogeology applications.
• Licensed or eligible as a Professional Engineer or Geoscientist.
• Proficiency in GIS, databases, visualization tools (e.g., Leapfrog).
• Experience with modeling packages like MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas, FEFLOW, HydroGeoSphere, MIKE SHE.
• Programming skills relevant to hydrogeology.
• Field experience such as borehole logging, well installation, hydraulic testing, water sampling.
• Strong organizational skills and technical communication.

About Us

WSP is a global leader in professional services, dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments. With over 65,000 employees worldwide and 12,000+ in Canada, we work across various sectors including environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering, and renewable energy.

At WSP, we value our people, foster collaboration, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable.

Note: Health and Safety are core values. Candidates must be able to perform key physical tasks and work in various environmental conditions. We support applications from people with disabilities and provide accommodations upon request.

WSP is committed to employment equity. Only selected candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.