Job Description
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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 – Build the Future with Us
WSP is growing and we’re looking for a Water Quality Modeller to join our Prairies and North team. This role is an excellent opportunity for an intermediate professional ready to deepen their technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility, and work alongside some of the most respected water quality specialists in the industry.

Your Impact

Apply water quality models to evaluate potential environmental effects on aquatic systems for mining and natural resource projects

Develop, refine, and adapt numerical water quality models to support complex environmental assessments

Contribute to conceptual model development, data analysis, and interpretation of modelling results

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver environmental impact assessments for large‑scale mining operations

Support the preparation of technical reports, proposals, and client presentations

Provide technical guidance and task direction to junior water quality modellers

Help strengthen WSP’s water quality modelling practice through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence

The Skills That Set You Apart

University degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or a related discipline (M.Sc. or higher preferred)

Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in water quality modelling





Demonstrated experience using multiple water quality modelling software packages

Knowledge of mining‑related environmental practices, including aquatic effects program development and execution

Familiarity with environmental assessment processes and permitting requirements

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and remain adaptable in a fast‑paced consulting environment

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 – $107,000

MB & ON: $73,700 – $101,500

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $73,000 – $96,900

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.

Safety, Equity, and Inclusion
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.

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.

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📌 Water Quality Modeller (Alberta)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Alberta