Experienced Construction Engineer

WSP; Burlington; On-site; CAD 87,360 - 120,224; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking an Experienced Construction Engineer in Ontario to lead multidisciplinary construction projects from planning through field execution. You’ll manage schedules, budgets, contracts, risks, and stakeholder expectations, while guiding design management and constructability reviews with engineering and field teams.

The role requires a Civil/Construction Engineering degree, P.Eng. eligibility in Ontario, and 5+ years of Canadian project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or eligibility to obtain registration in Ontario.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience delivering construction, infrastructure, environmental remediation, demolition, industrial, or heavy civil projects in Canada.
• Proven experience leading design management activities, coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, and advancing projects from concept through construction.
• Strong experience preparing technical specifications, construction packages, scopes of work, and contract documents for field execution.
• Demonstrated expertise in construction planning, constructability reviews, means and methods development, project phasing, and work sequencing.
• Experience in project management and contract administration, including managing schedules, budgets, procurement activities, and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of multidisciplinary construction and infrastructure projects throughout Ontario.
• Develop detailed engineering designs, technical specifications, construction methodologies, and work instruction plans that support safe and efficient project delivery.
• Drive constructability reviews by applying practical means-and-methods expertise and sequencing knowledge to optimize project execution.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, risks, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with field teams, contractors, and clients to resolve technical challenges and deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Support estimating and procurement activities through scope development, cost estimating, tender support, and contractor coordination.
• Champion a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across project teams and construction sites.
• Contribute to business growth by supporting proposal development, client relationship management, and identifying new project opportunities.

Skills

Project leadership

Construction planning

Coordination

Estimating

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. designation in Ontario

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

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

Build the Future with Us – Join WSP’s Applied Solutions team as an Experienced Construction Engineer supporting projects across Ontario and Canada. In this role, you’ll lead the delivery of multidisciplinary construction projects, providing engineering expertise from planning and design through to field execution.

Working closely with clients, contractors, and project teams, you’ll develop practical, constructible solutions for infrastructure, environmental remediation, demolition, decommissioning, ground improvement, and industrial projects. As part of Applied Solutions, you’ll help bridge the gap between engineering and construction to deliver safe, efficient, and successful project outcomes.

Your Impact

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of multidisciplinary construction and infrastructure projects throughout Ontario.
• Develop detailed engineering designs, technical specifications, construction methodologies, and work instruction plans that support safe and efficient project delivery.
• Drive constructability reviews by applying practical means-and-methods expertise and sequencing knowledge to optimize project execution.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, risks, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with field teams, contractors, and clients to resolve technical challenges and deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Support estimating and procurement activities through scope development, cost estimating, tender support, and contractor coordination.
• Champion a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across project teams and construction sites.
• Contribute to business growth by supporting proposal development, client relationship management, and identifying new project opportunities.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related discipline.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or eligibility to obtain registration in Ontario.

Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience delivering construction, infrastructure, environmental remediation, demolition, industrial, or heavy civil projects in Canada.

Proven experience leading design management activities, coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, and advancing projects from concept through construction.

Strong experience preparing technical specifications, construction packages, scopes of work, and contract documents for field execution.

Demonstrated expertise in construction planning, constructability reviews, means and methods development, project phasing, and work sequencing.

Experience in project management and contract administration, including managing schedules, budgets, procurement activities, and stakeholder coordination.

Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent, with the ability to support field teams and resolve construction-related technical challenges.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

Proudly Canadian – 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 to tailor your career and grow your impact

Flexible work and real balance – because your wellbeing matters

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:$46.00 to $61.00
• MB & ON: $42.00 to $57.80
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC:$41.60 to $55.20

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.

Ready to Build What Comes Next?

Bring your construction expertise, engineering judgment, and passion for solving complex engineering and construction challenges to a team that is redefining how projects are delivered. Join WSP’s Applied Solutions team and help transform concepts into constructible solutions that create lasting value for clients, communities, and the environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 91807
• Posting Date 07/24/2026, 05:43 PM

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 .