Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Deep Foundations
WSP Canada • vancouver, metro vancouver regional district • Posted June 14, 2026
About the Role
Position
Principal Geotechnical Engineer – Deep Foundations (Vancouver, BC)
Responsibilities
- Be involved in leading the business and technical growth of the deep foundations practice locally, regionally, and nationally.
- Develop and drive deep foundation strategies in collaboration with specialists and market leaders.
- Share technical expertise across geographic boundaries to elevate innovation and project delivery.
- Guide multidisciplinary teams through full project life cycles - from early engagement to completion.
- Prepare and lead geotechnical studies and engineering reports that meaningfully influence design outcomes.
- Oversee geotechnical investigations, procurement processes, contractor evaluations, and project execution.
- Evaluate complex geotechnical conditions including deep foundation design, seismic assessments, settlement, slope stability, construction considerations and m...