Senior Civil Engineering Technologist (Asphalt) - Winnipeg Or Saskatoon

WINNIPEG or SASKATOON

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms – made stronger with the recent creation of WSP E&I Canada Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of WSP Canada Inc.

We have over 63,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000 people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Civil Engineering Technologist (Asphalt) to join our growing Ground Engineering team located at our Winnipeg or Saskatoon Laboratory.

This opportunity will allow you to lead and mentor junior technicians, develop your technical skills in both our laboratory and the field. This position will play an active role in representing WSP to on project construction sites, working closely with the clients, contractors and the WSP team to ensure the successful delivery of projects .

Why WSP?

• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAre WSP

A day in the life:

• You will assist in business development and client service.
• You will supervise all related laboratory testing to ensure it is completed in an accurate and efficient manner in conformance with applicable ASTM, AASHTO, Provincial Test Methods, CSA Test Standards and CCIL certification requirements.
• You will coordinate and maintain equipment calibration and maintenance, quality audits and identify, investigate & report non-conformances to the lab supervisor.
• You will work independently and with teams in both lab/office and field settings.
• You will review and complete mix designs (Marshall and Superpave).
• You will conduct data gathering and interpretation including data entry of test results and ensure prompt and accurate testing to produce a final report suitable for review and distribution.
• You will participate in project management, coordination, and the design of field programs.
• You will coordinate, prioritize and maintain mobile asphalt laboratories at various locations in SK and MB;
• You will work with other team members to effectively complete assigned tasks.
• You will assist in pavement investigations and mix design trouble shooting.
• You will train and supervise junior staff.
• You will assist in the analysis and interpretation of data and the preparation of reports and recommendations for clients.
• You will follow all company policies and standard operating procedures and maintain and adhere to a safe working environment in compliance with the WSP Health and Safety Policy; and

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• Physically able to work in a noisy, dusty environment (indoors and outdoors) using all applicable Personal Protective Equipment as required;
• A self-motivated and detail oriented approach to work as part of a team;
• Previous experience in asphalt plant operations would be an asset.
• CCIL Certifications would be an asset.
• Training in Standard First Aid, WHMIS, H2S Alive, and Ground Disturbance considered an asset.
• You’ve got excellent written/oral communication skills and attention to detail;
• An unrestricted Driver’s License valid in the province of Saskatchewan or Manitoba and a clean Driver’s Abstract;
• Ability and willingness to travel to job sites as required
• You are skilled in Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel;
• You have the ability to physically lift up to 20 kg repeatedly, as required, on a daily basis.
• Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma or equivalent education or experience.
• Previous experience in the lab or field materials testing of construction materials including, but not limited to soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt materials;
• Well organized approach to work with the ability to manage and prioritize several tasks at one time and ensure commitment to service and technical excellence;
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours and weekends as required and as construction projects dictate;