Manager, Structural Engineering

WSP in Canada; Outaouais; On-site; CAD 192,872 - 283,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Structural Engineering Team Leader in Gatineau, Canada. This role involves managing a structures team, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables, and enhancing client relationships. With at least 10 years of experience required, the ideal candidate will have strong communication and decision-making skills, a relevant degree, and membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). Consideration for flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant structural engineering experience across multiple project types.
• Experience in infrastructure and/or industrial projects is an asset.
• Strong technical credibility and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Structures team in Gatineau and maintain high performance.
• Oversee resource planning, team needs, and risk management.
• Serve as hands-on technical leader and represent the firm in client discussions.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Credibility

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Creative Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)

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

Build the Future with Us – This is your chance to provide leadership for our Building Structures team in Gatineau while contributing to the continued growth and consolidation of building activities across the region. In this role, reporting to the Regional Director, you will act as a team manager, technical leader, and client‑facing project lead, driving structural solutions for public and municipal clients throughout Quebec.

Your Impact

• Lead and manage the Structures team in Gatineau, fostering a high‑performance environment built on collaboration, quality, and continuous development.
• Oversee daily leadership, mentoring, resource planning, and forecasting future team needs.
• Actively contribute to talent attraction, engagement, and retention.
• Serve as a hands‑on technical leader, recognized for rigor, credibility, and sound engineering judgment.
• Oversee structural engineering deliverables and ensure alignment with WSP standards, quality expectations, and client requirements.
• Ensure effective resource planning, interdisciplinary coordination, risk management, and compliance with budget and schedule targets.
• Maintain strong client relationships and represent WSP in strategic discussions, technical presentations, and project meetings.
• Support key performance indicators including utilization, financial performance, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Participate in business development by identifying opportunities, contributing to pursuit strategies, and preparing proposals for professional services.
• Define growth objectives for the Gatineau structures team in collaboration with leadership.
• Promote inclusion, belonging, and integration of digital tools, automation, and advanced modeling practices.
• Collaborate closely with WSP teams across Quebec and Canada to ensure national alignment.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and undertake related responsibilities as needed.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• 10+ years of relevant structural engineering experience across multiple project types (institutional, municipal, health care, transportation, industrial, commercial or residential).
• Experience in infrastructure and/or industrial projects (asset).
• Strong technical credibility, rigor, and decision‑making skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or strong interest in a team lead/manager role.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and client‑engagement skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team spirit, proactivity, and accountability.
• Excellent organizational and technical writing abilities.
• Creative mindset; comfortable proposing innovative or unconventional solutions.
• Experience with building science projects.
• Active listening, constructive expression of ideas, and openness to differing viewpoints.
• Curiosity and interest in innovation, engineering advancement, and continuous improvement.

Why Choose WSP?

• 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 begin here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we help 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 yours. #WeAreWSP

Compensation

MB & ON: £112,100 – £154,400

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: £105,000 – £145,000

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 with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and ready to shape the future of our built environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step toward a meaningful, impactful career with WSP.

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.

Health & Safety & Employment Equity Policy

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.