Civil Technologist

What if you could redefine what’s possible?
Et si vous pouviez redéfinir ce qui est possible? Avec nous, c’est 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

Your career in municipal engineering starts here.

Step into your early career with confidence by joining WSP’s Land Development and Municipal Engineering Team in Owen Sound. As a Civil Technologist, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting real infrastructure projects that shape communities - while learning alongside experienced engineers, technologists, and project managers.

This role is ideal for new graduates or early-career professionals who are eager to apply what they’ve learned, develop technical skills, and grow within a supportive, mentorship-driven environment. Your work will focus primarily on local projects in Owen Sound and surrounding areas, with opportunities to gain exposure to Northern Ontario and First Nation communities.

Your Impact

• Support the preparation of AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings for municipal and land development projects
• Assist with quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and technical specifications for tender and construction
• Participate in field inspections to confirm design conformance and support construction activities
• Assist with surveying tasks, including topographic surveys, under guidance from senior staff
• Support contract administration activities, including shop drawing reviews and record drawings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs come together smoothly

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma from a three-year Civil Engineering Technology program
• Eligible or working toward Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation
• Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D through school, co-op, or early career experience
• Interest in municipal infrastructure, land development, and site servicing projects
• Willingness to learn OPSS, OPSD, and municipal design standards
• Comfortable working in both office and field environments
• Valid Ontario driver’s license

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours
#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $57,500 – $76,200
MB & ON: $52,500 – $72,300
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $52,000 – $69,000

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

This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and build a strong foundation in municipal engineering. At WSP, early career professionals are supported, mentored, and trusted with meaningful work that makes a real impact in the communities we serve.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.


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. Full details here.

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.