Principal Geomorphologist - WSP, British Columbia

About this opportunity

Shape the World Around You. As a Principal Geomorphologist based in British Columbia, you will guide the understanding of complex natural systems and help design solutions that strengthen communities, protect ecosystems, and support sustainable development across the province.

This is a leadership role where your technical expertise and strategic insight will direct major projects and shape the future of the geomorphology practice within a multidisciplinary environment. WSP is open to candidates across British Columbia, with a preference for Vancouver or Victoria.

Your impact

• Lead fluvial and coastal geomorphology across multidisciplinary projects from proposal through completion.
• Drive business growth through strategic planning, relationships, and expanding service offerings.
• Mentor and grow talent across all experience levels, strengthening team capability and succession.
• Apply advanced expertise in erosion processes, debris flows, sediment transport, and fluvial/coastal morphology.
• Guide process-based approaches to river and shoreline restoration and natural hazard mitigation.
• Provide technical direction for geoscience analyses, geo-environmental assessments and major surface-water infrastructure design.
• Support detailed design and construction through technical specifications, cost inputs, and geomorphic interpretation.
• Act as a Project Director overseeing project decisions related to risk, quality, safety and client management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Geography, Earth Science, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• Registered (or eligible within 6 months) as a Professional Geoscientist in any province in Canada.
• A minimum of 15 years of consulting or related experience.
• A strong record of client relationship development and strategic growth planning.
• Deep experience within the fields of fluvial, coastal, and hillslope processes, including debris flow/flood events.
• Extensive experience in water resources/hydrotechnical projects, including geohazard assessments, sediment transport, nature-based design, and erosion protection.
• Ability to problem solve, work collaboratively, motivate, and lead by example.
• Familiarity with construction site inspections, field techniques and experience in guiding junior field staff while upholding safety standards.