Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer at WSP

Perth, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Geo-environmental engineering, Project management, Risk management, Technical reporting, Business development, Client relationship management, Multidisciplinary project leadership, Subsurface environmental risk management, Digital engineering, BIM, Safety in design, Mentoring, Earthworks, Surface water management, Geosynthetics, Regulatory compliance

Industry

Professional Services

Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. Our Geo-Environmental team is nationally renowned for it’s expertise in Ground investigations, assessments, risk management and supporting safe and sustainable land development. Due to consistent growth in our existing projects and a strong pipeline of future works, we are looking for a Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our Perth team as we continue to grow. As a Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer you’ll: * Deliver complex and challenging projects related to geo-environmental engineering, major urban infrastructure works, waste and contamination management, mining, hazardous dams, and other multidisciplinary engineering works. * Play a key role in the development of technical documents (reports, specifications, drawings) for key clients throughout various project execution phases (concept, pre-feasibility, feasibility, detailed design, construction, operation, and decommissioning). * Deliver best client outcomes/options which have saved the client costs/time. * Keep abreast of advancing technologies, methods, and research & development. * Monitor and manage the scope of multiple projects of varying complexity and size, including leading/delivering packages and managing environmental risks on design projects * Lead tenders, proposals, bids and pursuits collaborating closely with varied stakeholders * Successfully develop and maintain strong relationships and networks built around delivering high quality services to clients, in order to meet business and client outcomes. * Mentor junior team members and actively participate in knowledge sharing activities. * Manage and monitor the technical quality of work performed by the team and promote a culture of technical excellence within the team. * Conduct all work in a safe manner and comply with all role-specific HSE obligations. * Apply legislation, standards, guidelines, and project specifications. * Comply with WSP Quality System and Code of Ethics, coach on the identification and management of ethical issues associated with area of work or practice area. What you’ll bring: * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, or related) * Typically, 10+ years’ experience in Geo-environmental, Civil or Geotechnical engineering * Civil/environmental/geotechnical design experience, including subsurface environmental risk management, geosynthetics, embankments, earthworks, and surface water management. * Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary projects, including scope, variations, and team coordination across hybrid environments. * Strong project management capabilities with a focus on balancing innovation, quality, technical excellence, and delivery to timelines and budget. * Demonstrated experience in client relationship management, business development, and guiding clients through regulatory processes. * Experience preparing and reviewing complex technical reports in line with Delegation of Authority (DOA). * High-level skills in applying safety in design practices and promoting a culture of safety, ethics, and risk management. * Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, coaching, and developing junior and intermediate engineers, with a focus on knowledge transfer and capability building. * Advanced knowledge and application of Digital Engineering/BIM processes across a range of projects. * Self-aware, emotionally intelligent, and committed to continual professional development and role modelling professional behaviours. * Holds a current unrestricted driver’s licence valid for use in Australia. * Regularly identifies business opportunities through client-centric practices and constructive feedback. Why WSP? Imagine a better future for you, and for us all. Joining WSP means becoming part of a global team of over 73,000, united by a shared passion for making a positive impact. * Join WSP’s Earth and Environment business, a nationally renowned business unit with a proven history of delivery high quality innovative work across sectors. * Deliver work that genuinely shapes communities, grounded in WSP’s mission to provide sustainable solutions with deep environmental and social responsibility. * Grow in a culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, where diverse perspectives power innovation and employees feel valued and supported. * Enjoy work/life flexibility and strong career pathways, plus global mobility, health and wellbeing programs, and social initiatives. Discover more on our https://www.wsp.com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits [https://www.wsp.com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits] page. With us, you can. Apply today.

Responsibilities

The Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer will deliver complex multidisciplinary projects, manage technical quality, and lead tenders while mentoring junior staff. They will also develop technical documentation and maintain strong client relationships to ensure project success and business growth.