Electrical Projects Lead Engineer, Buildings

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada, based in Vancouver, seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive building electrical design from concept to delivery. You will lead projects, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performing building solutions.

You will mentor junior engineers, ensure compliance with Canadian electrical codes, and nurture strong client relationships to grow project opportunities in a sustainable, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with progressive experience in building systems design.
• Proven experience managing or supporting project delivery, including schedules, budgets, and stakeholder coordination.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia (or eligibility).
• Strong knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards applicable to buildings.
• Experience with design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and power system analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and influence outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering projects from concept through delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are achieved.
• Manage project scope, resources, and client expectations while proactively identifying risks and opportunities.
• Oversee design development for power distribution, lighting, life safety systems, and building systems integration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-performing building solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to repeat business and project growth.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development through knowledge sharing and technical guidance.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and sustainability objectives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in project delivery processes and technical excellence.

Skills

Project leadership

Power distribution design

Building systems knowledge

Revit / AutoCAD

Stakeholder coordination

Communication skills

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. designation in BC or eligibility

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Power system analysis software

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

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 – Lead Meaningful Projects That Shape Communities

Bring your technical expertise and project leadership together in a role where your decisions directly influence the built environment. Based in Vancouver, this opportunity within our Buildings team empowers you to lead electrical engineering projects while driving delivery excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Your Impact

• Lead electrical engineering projects from concept through delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are achieved
• Manage project scope, resources, and client expectations while proactively identifying risks and opportunities
• Oversee design development for power distribution, lighting, life safety systems, and building systems integration
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-performing building solutions
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to repeat business and project growth
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development through knowledge sharing and technical guidance
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and sustainability objectives
• Contribute to continuous improvement in project delivery processes and technical excellence

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with progressive experience in building systems design
• Proven experience managing or supporting project delivery, including schedules, budgets, and stakeholder coordination
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia (or eligibility)
• Strong knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards applicable to buildings
• Experience with design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and power system analysis software
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and influence outcomes
• Ability to obtain Enhanced Reliability Security clearance is required
• Commitment to quality, safety, and delivering client-focused solutions

Why Choose WSP?

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.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 – $130,800
• MB & ON: $90,100 – $124,100
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $89,200 – $118,500

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

Ready to take the lead on projects that shape the places where people live, work, and thrive? Bring your expertise, leadership, and ambition to a team that values impact, innovation, and growth.

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 .