What if you could redefine what's possible?

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 an Intermediate Materials Technician in our Whitehorse office and laboratory, you'll be at the forefront of delivering high-impact materials testing that supports infrastructure, resource development, and northern community growth across the Yukon. Your work will directly inform safe design, resilient construction, and long-term performance in one of Canada's most dynamic northern regions.

Your Impact

• Lead and perform materials field testing assignments across Whitehorse and remote Yukon locations, ensuring accurate data collection to support geotechnical and civil engineering project decisions.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Whitehorse soil and concrete laboratory, including test execution, reporting, and equipment calibration to maintain a high-performing and safe workspace.
• Deliver precise and timely soil, concrete, and aggregate test results that drive key project outcomes for northern clients, including First Nations partners, government agencies, and resource sector stakeholders.
• Participate in internal and external quality programs, including audits, proficiency testing, and resolving any non-conformances in accordance with WSP quality frameworks.
• Manage logistics for sample receiving, tracking, storage, and disposal to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project managers to problem-solve, share insights, and support innovative solutions in challenging northern environments.
• Uphold strong health and safety practices in field and laboratory settings, contributing to a culture of safety excellence across the region.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• You bring a diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology and have built your expertise through hands-on field and lab experience in materials testing
• You are eligible for or hold CTech or AScT certification and maintain CCIL certifications for concrete (Cat 0) and aggregates (Type C & D).
• You're confident working in remote northern environments and thrive in both field and laboratory settings, balancing precision with adaptability.
• You have strong knowledge of standardized testing procedures (ASTM, AASHTO, CSA) and demonstrate proficiency with soil compaction testing (nuclear gauge) and concrete field testing.
• You bring at least five years of experience conducting soil index testing, concrete cylinder testing, and multi-disciplinary project support.
• Added value: familiarity with geotechnical drilling, soil characterization, and instrumentation such as slope inclinometers and vibrating wire piezometers
• You hold a valid Canadian driver's license and communicate clearly and professionally in English.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• Proudly Canadian - a Top 100 Employer with deep roots across the country.
• A global community of brilliant minds where your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities - we help you tailor your role to match your ambitions, because your growth drives ours
• Flexible work and real balance - we support balance in your life so you can be fully present at work and at home.

Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 - $102,500
MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 - $92,900

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 driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step toward shaping a more resilient and sustainable future. What if you could redefine what's possible?

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.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 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.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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.

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