Senior Ground Improvement Lead: Engineer, Projects & Growth

WSP in Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Ground Improvement Technical Lead to drive the evolution of ground engineering solutions across Ontario and Canada. You will blend technical leadership with project delivery and market growth to shape complex geotechnical solutions while mentoring teams and expanding WSP’s presence in the Canadian ground improvement market.

Your impact includes leading delivery of innovative, safe, and cost-effective projects, and overseeing planning and implementation of deep soil mixing,

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Ground engineering

Geotechnical leadership

Project delivery

Mentoring

Client relationship

Regulatory awareness

Education

P.Eng. in Ontario

Job description

WSP is seeking a Ground Improvement Technical Lead to drive the evolution of ground engineering solutions across Ontario and Canada. You will blend technical leadership with project delivery and market growth to shape complex geotechnical solutions while mentoring teams and expanding WSP’s presence in the Canadian ground improvement market.

Your impact includes leading delivery of innovative, safe, and cost-effective projects, and overseeing planning and implementation of deep soil mixing,