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Lead Geomorphologist - job post

WSP
3.7 out of 5 stars
237 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB
$100,900–$146,500 a year
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Job details

Pay

  • $100,900–$146,500 a year

Location

237 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB

Full job description

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

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You
As a Lead Geomorphologist , you will guide the understanding of complex natural systems and help design solutions that strengthen communities, protect ecosystems, and support sustainable development across Western Canada. This is a leadership role where your technical expertise and strategic insight will influence major projects and shape the future of geomorphology within a multidisciplinary environment.

Your Impact

  • Lead as the regional authority on fluvial and coastal geomorphology across multidisciplinary projects from proposal through completion
  • Drive business growth through strategic planning, client relationship development, and expanding service offerings
  • Apply advanced expertise in erosion processes, debris flows, sediment transport, and fluvial/coastal morphology to solve complex challenges
  • Guide process-based approaches to river and shoreline restoration and natural hazard mitigation
  • Provide technical direction for geoscience analyses supporting geo-environmental assessments and major surface water infrastructure design
  • Support detailed design and construction through development of technical specifications, cost inputs, and geomorphic interpretation
  • Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while managing project scope, budgets, and schedules
  • Mentor and grow talent across all experience levels, strengthening team capability and succession

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Advanced degree in Physical Geography, Earth Science, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred)
  • Registered (or eligible within 6 months) as a Professional Geoscientist in British Columbia
  • Minimum 15 years of consulting or related experience with a strong record of client relationship development
  • Deep expertise in fluvial, coastal, and hillslope processes, including debris flow and flood events
  • Extensive experience in water resources and hydrotechnical projects, including geohazard assessments, sediment transport, erosion protection, and nature-based solutions
  • Proven leadership capability with strong problem-solving, collaboration, and team development skills
  • Experience with field investigations, construction site inspections, and guiding junior staff while upholding safety standards
  • Demonstrated success mentoring professionals at all levels

Why Choose WSP?

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: $110,600 - $146,500
MB & ON: $100,900 - $139,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $99,900 - $132,700

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

Ready to lead at the forefront of geomorphology and shape resilient landscapes across Western Canada? Join WSP and bring your expertise to projects that deliver meaningful environmental and community impact. Grow your influence, mentor the next generation, and help define the future of natural systems science.

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.

Join us.



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 .
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