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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

Build the Future With Us - As a Junior Soil Scientist in our Soil and Construction Services Group in Edmonton, you’ll contribute to meaningful environmental and infrastructure projects across the Prairies and North. This role is hands-on, purpose-driven, and designed for early‑career professionals who want to build technical depth while shaping real-world outcomes for communities, ecosystems, and future generations.

You'll join a collaborative, supportive team where curiosity is encouraged, learning is continuous, and you can grow your career surrounded by experts who care about your development as much as the work itself.

Your Impact

Participate in field-based soil assessment programs, including soil data collection, analysis, and classification.
Support environmental construction monitoring on active project sites.
Contribute to regulatory submissions, reporting, and permit documentation with clarity and accuracy.
Apply your problem-solving skills to evolving field conditions and project requirements.
Work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, solutions-focused work.
Travel to and work in remote outdoor environments, including rotational schedules such as 6 days on / 1 day off.
Operate safely around heavy equipment and in dynamic field environments.
Demonstrate project and technical knowledge while seeking guidance from senior specialists.
Maintain organized field notes, documentation, and data integrity.
Adhere to all Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) practices (training provided).

The Skills That Set You Apart

A diploma or degree in Environmental Sciences—or currently completing one.
Knowledge of the Canadian System of Soil Classification and the AGRASID 4.0 database.
Understanding of erosion and sediment control, ecological succession, and land reclamation in agricultural and forested environments.
Previous field, construction, or agricultural experience is an asset.
Able to work outdoors in varied environmental conditions and remote locations.
Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean abstract.
Safety certifications such as Standard First Aid, H2S Alive, TDG, WHMIS, or PCST are considered assets (training available).
Eligible for registration with the Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA) In‑Training Program.

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: $ 62,800 - $84,400
MB & ON: $57,300 - $80,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $56,700 - $76,400

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 ready to grow your career through hands‑on fieldwork, meaningful environmental impact, and a team that wants to see you succeed — this is your opportunity. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future.

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 .

Junior Soil Scientist/Technician