Senior Calgary Materials Technician

• Conducting high‑quality field and laboratory testing on asphalt, concrete, aggregates, and soils to support safe and durable infrastructure.
• Delivering materials inspections and construction monitoring on earthworks, foundations, transportation corridors, and structural components.
• Completing field compaction and concrete testing to inform real‑time construction decisions.
• Producing clear, accurate data entries and inspection reports that influence project direction and quality.
• Performing geotechnical laboratory testing, including sieve analyses, Proctors, moisture contents, cylinder breaks, CSA calibrations, and asphalt testing.
• Maintaining an organized, efficient laboratory environment to ensure compliance and readiness for all testing programs.
• Upholding WSP's Project Review, Ethics, and Safety policies, with a commitment to safe work in varied field conditions.

• You bring 10+ years of hands‑on Canadian experience as a materials technician, with strong field and lab proficiency across a variety of construction environments.
• You're comfortable working on remote or out‑of‑town projects and thrive in field settings that require independence, adaptability, and sound judgment.
• You meet all safety expectations, including the use of CSA safety boots and the ability to perform light‑to‑moderate lifting.
• You hold a valid Alberta driver's license and can provide an acceptable driver's abstract.
• You prioritize accuracy, safety, and organization—whether monitoring compaction, preparing samples, or producing reports.
• You bring a proactive mindset and willingness to take on varied tasks while staying focused on project priorities.

• 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 in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
   

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500
• MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

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.