Heritage Group Manager — Lead a 15-Person Team

WSP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 121,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Group Manager to lead the Lower Mainland Heritage team in BC, reporting to the Heritage Director. You will manage a ~15-person team and provide senior-level project management and direction across a variety of projects.

The role is based in Vancouver with offices in Burnaby and Langley, focused on growing heritage services and client relationships. You will mentor archaeologists, oversee financial performance, and drive business development while aligning with WSP guiding

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities in a consulting environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Track record of developing client relationships and driving growth.
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety leadership.
• Experience in strategic and financial planning within projects.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and positive environment for colleagues.
• Demonstrate unwavering health and safety commitment.
• Support project managers and lead team activities, including cost review and DOA adherence.
• Assist in prioritizing work to meet utilization targets and project commitments.
• Participate in HR activities: performance reviews, hiring, onboarding, offboarding.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Business development

Health & safety leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Indigenous engagement

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

WSP is seeking a Group Manager to lead the Lower Mainland Heritage team in BC, reporting to the Heritage Director. You will manage a ~15-person team and provide senior-level project management and direction across a variety of projects.

The role is based in Vancouver with offices in Burnaby and Langley, focused on growing heritage services and client relationships. You will mentor archaeologists, oversee financial performance, and drive business development while aligning with WSP guiding