Senior Geochemist

We are a global leader in the Earth and Environment sector, made stronger with the recent acquisition of Golder. Globally headquartered in Montreal, where it all began, we proudly serve communities from coast to coast and beyond. With Golder now part of our WSP team, we have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.  As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from marine biologists to geophysicists to geotechnical engineers and more. The Opportunity:  At WSP, we're continuing to grow and develop our expertise in Earth and Environment, operating as a trusted advisor and technical expert for engineering and environmental projects for our clients across multiple industries. Our team is growing, and as a result we're adding a Senior Geochemist to our group. As part of the team in Prairies and North, you'll be responsible for driving forward our ambitious plans to enhance our Earth and Environment service offering in the province or territory through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff. Why WSP? We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging 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. 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. 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. 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. #WeAreWSP  A day in the life: You’ll be the technical lead for geochemistry projects, specifically in oil sands and mining environments You’ll have direct client interactions and will be involved in proposal writing and business development You’ll conduct geochemical characterization studies, radiological assessments, and other environmental investigations You’ll work on data interpretation and conceptual model development You’ll write or oversee the preparation of reports and will prepare presentations You’ll mentor junior staff  You’ll demonstrate a “Safety First” focus and acting as a role model to other staff  We'd love to hear from you if you have ... A university degree in Geochemistry (preferably MSc or PhD) with a focus on geology, environmental science, geological engineering or related field 5 to 10 years applied work experience  Strong understanding of chemistry and geology. Experience with oil sands geochemistry, hydrogeology and hydrology is an asset Familiarity with industry-standard modeling software such as PHREEQC, Geochemist’s Workbench and GoldSim is an asset. Strong data manipulation ability including experience with data management tools (i.e. Excel, EQuIS, Access) Strong written and verbal communications skills #J-18808-Ljbffr