Senior Hydrogeologist

WSP; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Mississauga is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to manage projects and guide less experienced professionals. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of consulting experience in Hydrogeology, strong interpersonal and leadership skills, and a relevant academic background. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment with flexible work policies.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Competitive pay

Comprehensive employee benefits

Qualifications

• 15+ years of prior consulting experience in Hydrogeology.
• Proven success in managing infrastructure and land development projects.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario market is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver existing projects in Hydrogeology.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Ensure high-quality technical work and client deliverables.

Skills

Hydrogeological principles

Client relationship management

Technical excellence

Leadership

Education

Degree in Hydrogeology or related field

Ontario licensed P.Eng. or P.Geo.

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: WSP is currently seeking a Senior Hydrogeologists for our Hydrogeology and Geosciences Team in the Ontario Business Unit, supporting staff in WSP’s GGH and GTA offices. Reporting to the Team Lead, the successful individual will help manage and deliver existing projects, develop new business opportunities, and provide support to the Team. As a Senior Hydrogeologist with WSP, you will bring 15+ years of prior consulting firm experience working in the field of Hydrogeology, ideally within the Ontario marketplace. If you are a Hydrogeologist, who has prior experience or is looking to evolve your career within a dynamic team, this is a great opportunity for you.

Why WSP?

• A Canadian success story - a company that grew from humble roots in Quebec to a global, multinational powerhouse with over 48,000 employees worldwide;
• WSP’s commitment to being FutureReady;
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada;
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than we were yesterday, for our employees, future employees, and our fellow Canadians, we're open to your ideas and trying new things;
• Flexibility - We recognize that our people are faced with multiple challenges, both in their professional & personal lives. WSP has developed a Flexible Work Policy, designed to help our people manage their time on the job and support time away from work.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
• We offer competitive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here

• Senior guidance and review of background documentation, field investigations, data analysis, and reports to document findings:
  • will require knowledge and full understanding of hydrogeological principles, including water balance, aquifer performance testing, hydrogeological interpretation, and groundwater-surface water interactions; and,
  • Report writing and review must follow scientific principles with a clear and concise presentation of information in a manner that can be understood by the general public.
• Ensure high-quality technical work, including field methodology, reporting, and client deliverables;
• Collaborate with other disciplines within WSP with respect to multi-faceted/multi-disciplinary projects;
• Provide client development and excellent client management to existing and potential clients;
• Work with the team to develop new business through marketing initiatives and client management;
• Review and guide technical and financial proposals for both internal and external clients;
• Foster an atmosphere of continuous improvement through on-the-job coaching and guidance to intermediate and junior professionals;
• Proactively commit to creating a positive work climate;
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with good leadership and management abilities capable of communicating effectively with all parts of the business; and,
• Comply with and uphold Health and Safety standards, practices, and procedures.

What you\'ll bring to WSP

• Degree(s) specializing in Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, Geosciences, or other related disciplines;
• Ontario licensed P.Eng. or P.Geo., or eligibility for a P.Eng. or P.Geo. in Ontario;
• Senior level of experience as a consultant within the industry with prior hydrogeological experience managing infrastructure, transportation, land development and other projects for both private and public clients;
• You are a passionate Hydrogeologist bringing an enthusiasm for technical excellence and teamwork to our Ontario group;
• You demonstrate expertise and working knowledge in multiple fields of study and are confident to influence, guide, and coordinate with various internal disciplines to ensure successful completion of a wide range of projects;
• You have proven success in client relationship management and strong leadership and motivational skills;
• Knowledge of the local market is a strong asset;
• Self-motivated, energetic, and well organized;
• Comfortable interacting with the public, clients, contractors, and co-workers;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and flexible to work on a wide variety of projects; tasks and assignments, responding easily to changing priorities;
• Excellent English (verbal /written) communication skills; and,
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues.