Principal Geomorphologist

WSP; Vancouver, Victoria; On-site; CAD 136,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in British Columbia seeks a Principal Geomorphologist to guide complex natural systems and design solutions that strengthen communities and support sustainable development across the province.

This leadership role directs major projects and shapes the geomorphology practice within a multidisciplinary environment. We welcome candidates across British Columbia, with preference for Vancouver or Victoria, and offer a path to influence delivery from proposals to completion, leading a

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible as a Professional Geoscientist in any Canadian province.
• Minimum 15 years of consulting or related experience.
• Strong record of client relationship development and strategic growth planning.
• Deep experience in fluvial, coastal, and hillslope processes (incl. debris flow/flood events).
• Extensive experience in water resources/hydrotechnical projects, including geohazard assessments and erosion protection.
• Ability to problem solve, collaborate, motivate, and lead by example.
• Familiarity with construction site inspections, field techniques, and guiding junior field staff with safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead fluvial and coastal geomorphology across multidisciplinary projects from proposal through completion.
• Drive business growth through strategic planning, relationships, and expanding service offerings.
• Mentor and grow talent across all experience levels, strengthening team capability and succession.
• Apply advanced expertise in erosion processes, debris flows, sediment transport, and fluvial/coastal morphology.
• Guide process-based approaches to river and shoreline restoration and natural hazard mitigation.
• Provide technical direction for geoscience analyses, geo-environmental assessments and major surface-water infrastructure design.
• Support detailed design and construction through technical specifications, cost inputs, and geomorphic interpretation.
• Act as a Project Director overseeing project decisions related to risk, quality, safety and client management.

Education

Master's preferred

Degree in Physical Geography or Earth Science

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You wantPurpose. 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 areVisioneers.We areWSP.

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You- As aPrincipal Geomorphologistbased in British Columbia, you’ll guide the understanding of complex natural systems and help design solutions that strengthen communities, protect ecosystems, and support sustainable development across the province. This is a leadership role where your technical expertise and strategic insight will direct major projects and shape the future of the geomorphology practice within a multidisciplinary environment. We’re open to candidates across British Columbia, with a preference for Vancouver or Victoria.

Your Impact

• Lead fluvial and coastal geomorphology across multidisciplinary projects from proposal through completion.
• Drive business growth through strategic planning, relationships, and expanding service offerings.
• Mentor and grow talent across all experience levels, strengthening team capability and succession
• Apply advanced expertise in erosion processes, debris flows, sediment transport, and fluvial/coastal morphology.
• Guide process-based approaches to river and shoreline restoration and natural hazard mitigation.
• Provide technical direction for geoscience analyses, geo-environmental assessments and major surface-water infrastructure design.
• Support detailed design and construction through technical specifications, cost inputs, and geomorphic interpretation.
• Act as a Project Director overseeing project decisions related to risk, quality, safety and client management.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree in Physical Geography,Earth Science, or a related discipline (Master's preferred)
• Registered (or eligible within 6 months) as a Professional Geoscientist in any province in Canada
• A minimum of 15 years of consulting or related experience
• A strong record of client relationship development and strategic growth planning
• Deep experience within the fields of fluvial, coastal, and hillslope processes, ( including debris flow/flood events )
• Extensive experience in water resources/hydrotechnical projects, including geohazard assessments, sediment transport, nature-based design, and erosion protection
• Ability to problem solve, work collaboratively, motivate, and lead by example
• Familiarity with construction site inspections, field techniques and experience in guiding junior field staff while upholding safety standards

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• ProudlyCanadian– we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• Aglobalcommunity of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunitiesstart here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and empower you to prioritize yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:$136,000 - $180,200
MB & ON:$124,100 - $170,900
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC:$122,900 - $163,200

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.

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 .