Lead Professional, Project Management

WSP USA; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm located in Toronto seeks an experienced Project Manager in the mining sector. In this pivotal role, you will manage consulting projects from inception to delivery while ensuring adherence to budget and timelines. Candidates should possess a strong project management background with at least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in the consulting space. Commitment to ethical practices and teamwork is essential in creating sustainable outcomes that make a positive impact on the industry.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Opportunities for career growth

Culture of inclusion and belonging

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in consulting.
• Mining industry experience is an asset.
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage consulting projects for mining operations, including engineering design.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and scopes while ensuring client satisfaction.
• Apply project management best practices to deliver aligned outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Risk management

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Environmental, Business, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

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.

We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Shape the future of mining projects with a role that truly matters. As part of our Project Management team, you’ll collaborate with experts across disciplines—from wildlife specialists to hydrogeologists and geotechnical engineers—on projects that make a real impact. You’ll lead initiatives across all stages of the project life cycle, from planning and execution to monitoring and closure, ensuring delivery that meets both budget and schedule expectations.

Preferred Location: Toronto (Mississauga Office)

Your Impact

• Manage consulting projects for mining operations, including engineering design, environmental permitting, feasibility studies, and field investigations.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and scopes while ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
• Apply project management best practices to deliver outcomes that align with stakeholder expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and technical leads to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Champion ethical, transparent communication in all client interactions.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Environmental, Business, or related field (Mining-related engineering preferred).
• 10+ years of project management experience, including at least 3 years in consulting; mining industry experience is an asset.
• Proven ability to manage project financials, risk registers, and change management processes.
• Expertise in planning and analysis tools (MS Excel required; MS Project or Primavera P6 an asset).
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
• Skilled at leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing subcontractor relationships.
• Organized, adaptable, and calm under pressure with a focus on delivering results.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what’s possible. Apply today and let’s create lasting change together!

Why Choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Flexible Work Policy to support balance in your life.
• A Canadian success story with global reach—help us showcase what Canada can offer.
• Opportunities to enhance the world around you, from infrastructure to environmental solutions.
• Outstanding career growth and a collaborative culture filled with genuinely good people.

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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.

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