The Opportunity Build the Future with Us Shape the future of mining infrastructure by joining WSP’s evolving mining practice. In this senior leadership role, you’ll guide complex mine waste projects, influence sustainable outcomes, and mentor the next generation of engineers—delivering solutions that matter to communities and the setting.
Your Impact Design and evaluate tailings storage facilities, waste rock dumps, and integrated water management systems with safety and sustainability at the forefront
Lead geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations to support critical project and business decisions
Provide strategic input into permitting, environmental planning, and risk management frameworks
Oversee projects from concept through execution, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Canada and globally
Mentor and develop junior and intermediate engineers, fostering technical excellence and career growth
Champion innovative mine waste management strategies and sustainable mining practices
Build trusted client relationships and support business development initiatives
Represent WSP in client engagements, regulatory discussions, and industry forums
The Skills That Set You Apart 10–15 years of progressive experience in mine waste, tailings, or geotechnical engineering
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada
Demonstrated expertise in tailings dam design, closure planning, and risk‑based decision‑making




Proven leadership experience managing teams and delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects
Strong understanding of permitting, environmental, and regulatory processes in the mining sector
A passion for mentorship, innovation, and advancing sustainable engineering solutions
Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $135,200 – $179,100
MB & ON: $123,300 – $169,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $122,100 – $162,200
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.
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 are available here.
Accessibility & Equality 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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📌 Senior Tailings & Mine Waste Engineer (Alberta)
🏢 WSP USA
📍 Alberta