Senior Pavement / Surfacing Engineer

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Canadian employer recognition 2026

Global knowledge network

Flexible work balance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Senior Pavement / Surfacing Engineer to shape the durability, performance, and sustainability of critical transportation infrastructure across Western Canada. You will play a key role in delivering innovative, cost‑effective pavement solutions while contributing to some of the region’s most impactful projects.

With 10+ years in pavement engineering, a Civil Engineering degree and a P.Eng.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering and P.Eng. designation required.
• 10+ years of pavement engineering or related infrastructure experience.
• Strong pavement design knowledge for flexible, rigid, composite, and gravel pavements.
• Proficiency with AASHTO 1993, Pavement ME, StreetPave and SpectraPave.
• Experience with pavement performance assessment and testing (destructive and non-destructive).
• Knowledge of construction materials, Alberta Transport standards, and specs.
• Ability to communicate with clients and deliver high-quality technical reports.
• Willingness to travel across Canada in a fast-paced consulting setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pavement designs and technical reports for safe, efficient infrastructure across Alberta and Western Canada.
• Contribute to pavement engineering projects with high-quality technical delivery.
• Analyse pavement performance data and apply AASHTO 1993 and ME design methods.
• Plan and execute pavement investigations, surveys, FWD, IRI, rutting and lifecycle data.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to prepare proposals and pursue opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members and foster technical excellence within the pavement team.
• Strengthen client relationships and support business growth in public and private sectors.
• Coordinate field investigations: coring, boreholes, sampling to inform design and rehab strategies.

Skills

Pavement engineering

P.Eng. designation

10+ years experience

Pavement design principles

AASHTO 1993

Pavement ME

StreetPave

SpectraPave

Destructive testing

Non-destructive testing

Travel within Canada

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

PE designation (APEGA / Engineers & Geoscientists BC)

Tools

AASHTO 1993

Pavement ME

StreetPave

SpectraPave

Job description

Overview

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. With us, you can. You want Purpose. 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 are Visioneers. We are WSP.

Opportunity

Shape the durability, performance, and sustainability of critical transportation infrastructure across Western Canada. As a Senior Pavement / Surfacing Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering innovative, cost‑effective pavement solutions while contributing to some of the region’s most impactful infrastructure projects. Working alongside experts in a collaborative and high‑performing environment, you will help strengthen WSP’s reputation as a leader in pavement engineering.

Your Impact

• Deliver pavement designs and technical reports that support safe, efficient, and long‑lasting transportation infrastructure across Alberta and Western Canada.
• Contribute to pavement engineering projects, ensuring high‑quality technical delivery aligned with client and regulatory expectations.
• Analyse pavement performance data and apply methodologies such as AASHTO 1993 and Mechanistic‑Empirical Design to inform design decisions.
• Plan and execute pavement investigations, including condition surveys and interpretation of FWD, IRI, rutting, and lifecycle data.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to prepare proposals and support the pursuit of new project opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members, contributing to capability development and fostering technical excellence within the pavement team.
• Strengthen client relationships while supporting business growth across public and private sector infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate field investigations including coring, borehole logging, and material sampling to inform design and rehabilitation strategies.

Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation (APEGA or Engineers & Geoscientists BC).
• 10+ years of experience in pavement engineering, pavement management, or related infrastructure fields.
• Strong expertise in pavement design principles across flexible, rigid, composite, and gravel pavement structures.
• Proficiency with industry tools such as AASHTO 1993, Pavement ME, StreetPave, and SpectraPave.
• Experience with pavement performance assessment, including both destructive and non‑destructive testing methods.
• Working knowledge of construction materials, methods, and Alberta Transportation standards and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, and deliver high‑quality technical reports.
• Willingness to travel within Canada and work in a fast‑paced, collaborative consulting environment.

Why Choose WSP

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000

MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

Ready to shape the future of transportation infrastructure? Join a team where your expertise drives meaningful impact across communities and industries. Apply today and help deliver smarter, more resilient pavement solutions across Western Canada.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges – engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion – to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day – applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Health & Safety

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).

Equal Opportunity

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.