Senior Technical Director - Tailings, Waste Dumps and Stockpiles

WSP USA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 195,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Proudly Canadian – Top 100 Employer (©

Global network of experts

Flexibility and balance in work

Opportunities to grow across Canada

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Regional Lead for Mine Waste Dumps & Stockpiles to shape and grow a technical practice across Western and Northern Canada. You will set strategic direction, elevate technical excellence, and drive safety, sustainability and performance in mining operations.

You will mentor engineers, strengthen client relationships, and represent WSP at conferences and industry forums, helping to advance mine waste practice standards and expand the company's mining footprint.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in mine waste dump and stockpile engineering.
• Deep understanding of Canadian mining operations, particularly in BC, Alberta, the Prairies, and Northern contexts.
• Recognized leadership in technical forums, working groups, conferences, or industry committees.
• Professional engineering designation (P.Eng. or equivalent) with eligibility for registration in applicable provinces.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical vision for mine waste dump and stockpile engineering across varied geological environments.
• Drive innovation in design, operations, monitoring, and closure planning for mine waste facilities.
• Mentor and develop emerging engineers into confident technical leaders.
• Strengthen relationships with major mining clients and industry partners across BC, Alberta, the Prairies, and Northern Canada.
• Represent WSP as a thought leader at conferences, technical committees, and industry forums.
• Author and contribute to internal practice guidance and external technical publications.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, sustainable, and future-ready solutions.
• Support business growth by identifying opportunities that expand WSP’s mining footprint.

Skills

Mine waste engineering leadership

Leadership & mentorship

Canadian mining operations

Professional engineering designation

Education

P.Eng. or equivalent

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

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.

The Opportunity

Lead What’s Next in Mine Waste Innovation

Step into a senior technical leadership role that will shape the future of mine waste management across British Columbia, Alberta, and beyond. As the Regional Lead for Mine Waste Dumps & Stockpiles, you will set the strategic direction, elevate technical excellence, and grow a practice that directly impacts the safety, sustainability, and performance of mining operations across Western and Northern Canada.

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Your Impact

• Lead the technical vision for mine waste dump and stockpile engineering across varied geological environments.
• Drive innovation in design, operations, monitoring, and closure planning for mine waste facilities.
• Mentor and develop emerging engineers into confident technical leaders.
• Strengthen relationships with major mining clients and industry partners across BC, Alberta, the Prairies, and Northern Canada.
• Represent WSP as a thought leader at conferences, technical committees, and industry forums.
• Author and contribute to internal practice guidance and external technical publications.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, sustainable, and future‑ready solutions.
• Support business growth by identifying opportunities that expand WSP’s mining footprint.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 15+ years of experience in mine waste dump and stockpile engineering across diverse terrains and project scales.
• Deep understanding of Canadian mining operations, particularly in BC, Alberta, the Prairies, and Northern/Northern Indigenous contexts.
• Recognized leadership in technical forums, working groups, conferences, or industry committees.
• Strong network within the Canadian mining sector.
• Professional engineering designation (P.Eng. or equivalent) with eligibility for registration in applicable provinces.
• A passion for innovation, mentorship, and elevating mine waste practice standards.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• 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.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $194,700 – $257,900

MB & ON: $177,600 – $244,600

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $175,800 – $233,500

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

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.

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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .