Senior Hydrogeologist

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The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here – Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to support staff in WSP’s Whitby or Toronto 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, you will bring 12+ 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.

Your Impact

• 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;
• Comply with and uphold Health and Safety standards, practices, and procedures.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 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 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;
• 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 interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues.

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’ll 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.

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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $93,700 – $124,200

MB & ON: $85,500 – $117,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $84,700 – $112,400

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

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

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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.

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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.

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.