Civil Engineer, Land Development or Municipal Engineering

WSP in Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer Canada 2026

Global career opportunities

Flexible work arrangement

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Civil Engineer with land development and municipal experience to join our Edmonton team. You will deliver urban development and infrastructure projects from concept to construction while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across Alberta.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree with P.Eng. registration or eligibility and have 4+ years of relevant experience, with strong CAD tools and knowledge of provincial processes.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA (or eligibility).
• 4+ years of experience in land development or municipal engineering design.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; familiarity with ProjectWise, BIM360, Procore, or SharePoint is considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of Alberta’s municipal processes, design standards, and approvals frameworks.
• Creative problem solver who approaches challenges with curiosity, collaboration, and adaptability.
• Ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle for project-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver land development and municipal servicing projects from concept through construction and acceptance, including subdivisions, site plans, grading, stormwater management, sanitary/water systems, and roadway design.
• Prepare engineering reports, drawings, and technical documentation that align with municipal, provincial, and regulatory standards.
• Apply expertise in hydrology, stormwater management, grading and drainage, water distribution, sanitary collection, and utility coordination.
• Collaborate with engineers, technologists, environmental specialists, and subconsultants to provide integrated project solutions.
• Support construction services including field reviews, RFIs, progress certifications, and technical resolution during implementation.
• Contribute to project financial planning including budgeting, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Strengthen client relationships with developers, municipalities, contractors, and regulatory agencies through clear communication and reliable technical guidance.
• Integrate sustainable, resilient design practices—including LID and green infrastructure approaches—into engineering solutions.
• Maintain high standards of quality control, ensuring constructability, cost‑effectiveness, and regulatory compliance across all deliverables.

Skills

P.Eng. registration

4+ years land development

Alberta municipal processes

Creative problem solving

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ProjectWise

BIM360

Procore

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible?With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

Job Description 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 Build the future with us. Your impact starts here. As a Civil Engineer, Land Development or Municipal Engineering, based in Edmonton, you’ll help shape sustainable communities, resilient municipal infrastructure, and forward‑thinking land development across Alberta. Embedded within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you’ll contribute to projects that strengthen cities, support growth, and improve quality of life across the region. Your work will help bring purpose-driven infrastructure to life through practical solutions grounded in innovation and sustainability.

Your Impact

• Design and deliver land development and municipal servicing projects from concept through construction and acceptance, including subdivisions, site plans, grading, stormwater management, sanitary/water systems, and roadway design.
• Prepare engineering reports, drawings, and technical documentation that align with municipal, provincial, and regulatory standards.
• Apply expertise in hydrology, stormwater management, grading and drainage, water distribution, sanitary collection, and utility coordination.
• Collaborate with engineers, technologists, environmental specialists, and subconsultants to provide integrated project solutions.
• Support construction services including field reviews, RFIs, progress certifications, and technical resolution during implementation.
• Contribute to project financial planning including budgeting, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Strengthen client relationships with developers, municipalities, contractors, and regulatory agencies through clear communication and reliable technical guidance.
• Integrate sustainable, resilient design practices—including LID and green infrastructure approaches—into engineering solutions.
• Maintain high standards of quality control, ensuring constructability, cost‑effectiveness, and regulatory compliance across all deliverables.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A degree in Civil Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA (or eligibility).
• 4+ years of experience in land development or municipal engineering design.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; familiarity with ProjectWise, BIM360, Procore, or SharePoint is considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of Alberta’s municipal processes, design standards, and approvals frameworks.
• Creative problem solver who approaches challenges with curiosity, collaboration, and adaptability.
• Ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle for project‑related travel.

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 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

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

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP If you’re ready to shape thriving communities and contribute to sustainable growth across Alberta, your next adventure starts here.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

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. Full details here.

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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. Full details here.