Senior Materials Engineer, Concrete Technology

WSP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 147,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer in Vancouver to oversee infrastructure projects involving concrete and construction materials. The role includes mentoring junior staff, leading complex engineering tasks, and driving business development for the practice. Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers the chance to influence future engineering practices while contributing to significant projects across British Columbia.

Benefits

People-first culture

Career-defining projects

Inclusive benefits

Endless growth pathways

Qualifications

• 5+ years of materials engineering experience in Canada, preferably in BC.
• Registered P.Eng. with EGBC or eligible for registration.
• Valid BC driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-complexity technical work for infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior engineers in technical decision-making.
• Deliver engineering services for various project types.

Skills

Engineering design principles for concrete

Client management

Independent working skills

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Materials Engineering

Master or Ph.D. degree

Tools

Testing of concrete and aggregates

Job description

The Opportunity

Build the future of materials engineering as a Senior Materials Engineer based in BC.

In this senior role, you'll be at the center of our growing Materials Engineering practice, shaping WSP's presence across British Columbia, Canada, and worldwide. You'll bring deep technical expertise in concrete and construction materials while also serving as a strategic partner to clients, industry bodies, and internal teams.

This opportunity blends high-impact project delivery, business development leadership, and hands‑on mentoring, giving you influence over both the growth of our Vancouver practice and the next generation of materials engineers. Working closely with the Materials Engineering Manager, you will help steer strategic priorities, expand our client base, and contribute to BC's most meaningful infrastructure projects.

As a Senior Materials Engineer in Vancouver, you will:

• Champion materials engineering excellence across BC's infrastructure, transportation, municipal, industrial, and private‑sector projects.
• Lead high‑complexity technical work, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Act as a trusted advisor to new and existing clients—identifying opportunities, shaping proposals, and supporting market growth strategies.
• Represent WSP within the broader technical community through CSA, ACI, ICRI, and other regional committees.
• Mentor and coach junior and intermediate engineers—supporting technical decision‑making, developing expertise, and enhancing project delivery.
• Strengthen our practice through collaboration, knowledge‑sharing, and materials engineering innovation.

Your Impact

• Deliver consulting engineering services for industrial, commercial, municipal, transportation, and residential projects throughout British Columbia, Canada, and globally.
• Lead billable work in concrete, aggregates, asphalt pavement, materials durability, soils, and condition assessment.
• Prepare and review specifications, contract documents, proposals, and technical reports.
• Conduct and validate concrete mix design, asphalt pavement design, structural repair strategies, and mass concrete thermal mitigation solutions.
• Perform non‑destructive evaluation, service life modelling, and durability assessments for concrete structures.
• Support business development through client engagement, proposal contributions, and participation in industry events.
• Review technical work from junior personnel to ensure quality, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements.
• Support project cost estimating, resource planning, and scope management.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Materials Engineering with specialization in construction materials; a Master or Ph.D. degree is an asset.
• Over 5 years of materials engineering experience in Canada; experience within British Columbia is a significant asset.
• Possesses a strong knowledge of engineering design principles for concrete, with a particular emphasis on condition assessment and rehabilitation design, and a broad awareness of the materials science of concrete, aggregates and pavement engineering. Familiarity with testing of concrete and aggregates in accordance with CSA and ASTM standards is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex technical assignments while balancing client and project needs.
• Proven business development experience including proposals, client management, and industry networking.
• Registered P.Eng. with EGBC or eligible for registration.
• Valid BC driver's license and ability to work in varied field conditions across the province.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities - to build what matters, to create equitable access to opportunity, and to restore the natural environment.

• Proudly Canadian, with over 12,000 team members coast‑to‑coast.
• A people‑first culture that values belonging, well‑being, and flexibility in how you work.
• Career‑defining projects across transportation, infrastructure, earth & environment, buildings, and energy.
• Endless growth pathways supported by global expertise, mentorship, and learning programs.
• Inclusive benefits supporting your physical, mental, and financial well‑being.
• Recognition and rewards aligned with your contributions and impact.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $147,500 - $195,400

MB & ON: $134,600 - $184,600

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $133,200 - $176,900

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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join us in British Columbia and help reimagine how materials engineering strengthens the communities we serve. Apply today and be part of something built to last.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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.

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