[Hiring] Intermediate Risk Assessor @WSP

Role Description

Step into a role where your risk expertise directly supports safer, more resilient communities and projects across Canada. This is your chance to shape innovative approaches to risk assessment, contribute to evolving methodologies, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams tackling complex, high-impact challenges. This position is open to candidates located anywhere in Canada.

Your Impact

• Conduct technical risk assessments using HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA, MAA, QRA, and other key methodologies.
• Support the development of Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Assessments (HRVAs) and Wildfire Strategies.
• Produce clear, actionable reports that help clients understand, prioritize, and mitigate risks.
• Facilitate and coordinate workshops to identify risks, navigate challenges, and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align strategies and deliver tailored solutions.
• Contribute to the creation and enhancement of tools, processes, and methodologies that elevate WSP’s risk practice.
• Explore emerging innovations—such as integrating natural language insights—to strengthen analytical approaches and improve efficiency.
• Build strong client relationships that reinforce WSP’s reputation for excellence and reliability.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in risk management, emergency management, engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of risk methodologies including HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA, MAA, QRA, and quantitative techniques (fault tree, event tree).
• Experience with HRVAs and Wildfire Strategy development.
• Experience facilitating and guiding workshops toward aligned outcomes.
• Engineering degree, PMP, geotechnical background, or risk-related accreditation considered an asset.
• Business continuity planning experience desirable.
• A proactive, innovative mindset with a passion for problem-solving and collaboration.

Benefits

• 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.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500
• MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $65,800 – $88,600

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

Ready to use your risk expertise to shape safer, stronger, more resilient communities? Step into a role where your impact matters—from day one.