Job Description

You'll join WSP's Building Sciences team in Edmonton -- a collaborative, innovative group passionate about shaping the future of sustainable buildings. Here, you'll work on a diverse range of projects, from new construction to rehabilitation and assessments, making a real impact on the communities where people live, work, and play. If you're ready to see your ideas come to life and help create a more resilient, efficient built environment, this is your chance to grow with a team that values your expertise and ambition.

Discover Your Future with WSP Building Sciences

Are you ready to make a real difference in the world around you? At WSP, our Building Sciences team is at the forefront of designing, improving, and sustaining the buildings where people live, work, and play. As part of our Alberta team, you'll join a vibrant, collaborative group that's passionate about innovation and environmental impact.

Why Choose Building Sciences at WSP?

Shape the Future:

Be part of a field that's always evolving, where your ideas and expertise help create more sustainable, efficient, and resilient buildings.

Diverse Experience:

Work on a wide variety of projects--new construction, rehabilitation, assessments, and more--alongside multidisciplinary teams. Every project is a chance to learn and grow.

Support & Growth:

Benefit from our Centres of Excellence (COE) program, which offers best-practice sharing, ongoing training, and mentorship to help you advance your career.

Meaningful Impact:

Your work will directly contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving the built environment for communities across Alberta and beyond.

What We Do in Alberta:

Design and commission innovative building envelope systems. Assess and report on the condition of buildings, parkades, and sites. Conduct reserve fund studies for condos and communities. Lead remediation and rehabilitation projects for all building types. Provide engineering support throughout the construction process.

Why choose WSP?

A

Canadian

success story--we're proud to wear the red and white and show the world what Canada has to offer.

Enhance

the world around you--from the environment to highways, buildings, and 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. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey. Attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

Collaborate with clients, contractors, sub-consultants, and colleagues to deliver innovative building science solutions. Lead and conduct site reviews during construction, ensuring quality and sustainability in building projects. Assess and report on the condition of buildings, parkades, and sites, providing actionable insights for clients. Drive remediation and rehabilitation projects for a variety of building types, making a tangible difference in communities. Apply sustainable thinking and best practices to every project, contributing to a greener future. Share knowledge and support the growth of the Building Science practice through mentorship and participation in our Centres of Excellence (COE) program.

What you'll bring to WSP:

A degree or diploma in Building Science Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline--or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in engineering or construction, with a focus on building systems design, consulting, renewal, or advisory roles. Knowledge of building materials and construction processes for building envelopes, cladding systems, roofs, and parking structures. Experience with Building Condition Assessments and/or Reserve Fund Study reporting. Registration with APEGA or ASET is an asset. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites within Western Canada and the North, with flexibility for extended or varied hours as needed. A passion for sustainability, innovation, and making a positive impact through your work.

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

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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.


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