Assistant Technician, Construction

Your Impact

• Support field investigations, inspections, and construction monitoring activities across a variety of municipal and infrastructure projects.
• Perform materials testing (soil, asphalt, concrete) to help ensure projects meet design, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Document field observations accurately and prepare clear, data‑driven daily reports that inform critical project decisions.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and construction teams to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Apply WSP safety standards and contribute to a strong culture of safe field practices.
• Assist with quality assurance/quality control procedures that support long‑lasting, community‑focused infrastructure.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Hands‑on experience in construction, materials testing, field inspection, or related applied technical work.
• Comfortable working outdoors, in the field, and on active construction sites while meeting all safety requirements.
• Ability to use tools and equipment commonly used in construction testing and inspection (e.g., compaction testing tools, concrete testing equipment).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain precise documentation and high‑quality data collection.
• A collaborative, solutions‑focused mindset with a desire to contribute to meaningful community projects.

• We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
• 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 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 and encourage you to prioritize yours.

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $51,800 – $68,600 
• MB & ON: $47,200 – $65,000
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $46,800 – $62,100

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

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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please  READ THE FULL POLICY.