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Senior Project Manager, Highways

$147.5k - $195.4k per year
Temporary
What if you could redefine what's 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

Innovate and Lead - In this role, you'll be at the forefront of transformative transportation projects that shape Ontario's future. As a Senior Project Manager in our Transportation - Highways group, you'll lead complex MTO design assignments, including highway components of major P3 and alternative delivery projects. Your expertise will drive solutions that enhance mobility and connect communities.

You can choose to work from one of our Ontario offices: London, Mississauga, Thornhill, Kingston, or Ottawa .

Your Impact
  • Deliver highway design solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects that improve safety and efficiency across Ontario
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of MTO projects, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery
  • Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality standards to meet client expectations and project milestones
  • Collaborate with clients, agencies, and partners to align project goals with community needs
  • Drive proposal development and cost estimates for high-profile projects, including P3 and alternative delivery models
  • Mentor and guide engineers and coordinators, fostering knowledge transfer and professional growth
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Canada (Ontario preferred) with a Civil Engineering degree
  • Minimum 8 years of experience managing complex transportation projects, including MTO highway design and P3 delivery models
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and navigate strategic decision-making
  • Expertise in project scheduling tools and contract documentation
  • A passion for shaping sustainable transportation solutions that make a real difference
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'll 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

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $147,500 - $195,400
MB & ON: $134,600 - $184,600
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $133,200 - $176,900

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.

#LI-Hybrid Chez WSP , notre raison d'être est de façonner nos communautés pour faire progresser l'humanité.

C'est pourquoi nous rassemblons des personnes animées par la résolution de défis complexes - des ingénieur•e•s, des scientifiques, des conseiller•ère•s et des expert•e•s techniques guidé•e•s par une passion commune : redéfinir ce qui est possible et imaginer ce qui vient ensuite. Nous sommes des Visionniers et Visionnières.

En tant que l'une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels au monde, nous collaborons avec la clientèle dans les secteurs du transport, des infrastructures, de l'environnement, du bâtiment, de l'énergie, de l'eau, ainsi que des mines et métaux. Nous allions une connaissance approfondie des réalités locales à une perspective globale pour créer des solutions qui laissent une empreinte positive et durable.

Chez WSP , vous joindrez une communauté d'esprits brillants qui repoussent les limites chaque jour - grâce à leur expertise, leur créativité et leur volonté d'innover pour bâtir un avenir plus résilient et interconnecté. Ici, vos idées sont valorisées, votre développement est soutenu, et vous êtes encouragé•e à être pleinement vous-même. Nous donnons à notre personnel les moyens de collaborer entre disciplines, de remettre en question le statu quo et de façonner une carrière porteuse de sens.

Joignez-vous à nous.

Veuillez noter :

La santé et la sécurité sont des valeurs fondamentales et primordiales chez WSP. Compte tenu de l'importance de veiller les un•e•s sur les autres, il est attendu que vous respectiez en tout temps notre politique de Santé, sécurité et environnement (SSE), ainsi que les politiques SSE de la clientèle lorsque vous travaillez sur ses sites. Tous les détails ici .

Certaines fonctions critiques pour la sécurité comprennent du travail sur le terrain et peuvent impliquer des activités dans divers environnements, notamment dans des zones éloignées ou isolées, en travaillant seul•e ou par temps inclément (dans des conditions sécuritaires et raisonnables).

WSP accueille et encourage les candidatures de personnes en situation de handicap. Des mesures d'adaptation sont offertes sur demande pour toute personne participant à l'ensemble du processus de sélection.

WSP adhère aux principes d'équité en emploi. Seules les personnes retenues seront contactées.

WSP n'accepte pas les candidatures non sollicitées provenant d'agences de recrutement. Tous les détails ici .
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