Civil Project Engineer - Aviation

WSP in Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to lead design efforts for airport infrastructure in Canada, from concept through construction. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and liaise with clients and stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of Canadian experience in aviation or infrastructure, and are either P.Eng. licensed or eligible for registration in Ontario, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Office tools.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration in Ontario.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in Canada, ideally in aviation, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with TP312 5th Edition, ICAO, or FAA standards is an asset.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with project scheduling or modeling tools is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate conceptual, functional, and detailed design phases for airport infrastructure projects.
• Develop and review technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Prepare engineering drawings, design reports, and presentation materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subconsultants, and project managers to ensure seamless delivery.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, supporting communication and issue resolution.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes across design deliverables.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, including scope definition, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Analyze project schedules to track milestones and critical path activities.
• Perform field reviews and attend project sites to support design and construction activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

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.

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 – Join our Aviation team as a Civil Project Engineer and help deliver some of Canada’s most critical airport infrastructure projects. From runways and taxiways to airfield lighting and de-icing facilities, you'll contribute to every stage of project development—concept through construction—while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions.

Your Impact

• Coordinate conceptual, functional, and detailed design phases for airport infrastructure projects.
• Develop and review technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Prepare engineering drawings, design reports, and presentation materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subconsultants, and project managers to ensure seamless delivery.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, supporting communication and issue resolution.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes across design deliverables.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, including scope definition, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Analyze project schedules to track milestones and critical path activities.
• Perform field reviews and attend project sites to support design and construction activities.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration in Ontario.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in Canada, ideally in aviation, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with TP312 5th Edition, ICAO, or FAA standards is an asset.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with project scheduling or modeling tools is an advantage.
• Ability to manage deadlines, adapt to shifting priorities, and work collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel to project/client sites as needed.

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.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $89,800 – $118,900

MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $81,100 – $107,700

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.

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.

Full details here.