Lead Project Engineer, Energy

WSP Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 123,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a senior energy & process engineering leader based in Canada to take charge of complex EPCM energy projects from concept through detailed design. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, interface with clients, and guide project engineering to deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Based in Calgary or Edmonton, you’ll help advance sustainable energy solutions and manage scope, schedule, and cost while mentoring engineers and shaping project

Qualifications

• Post-Graduate in Engineering.
• P.Eng or P.Tech designation.
• 10–15 years of EPCM experience in the energy industry with 7–10 years of direct project engineering experience in natural gas transmission and compression projects.
• At least 2 years experience as a technical Project Lead dealing directly with clients and other project stakeholders.
• Experience creating mechanical drawings (PFDs, P&IDs, Isometrics), line designation tables, Shutdown Key and Control Narratives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, acting as main contact with the client and stakeholders.
• Experience with Risk Management and Management of Change.
• Experience coordinating meetings with clients and multiple groups, stakeholders and disciplines.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work under competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities from concept to construction-ready drawings and specifications.
• Drive project success by identifying risks early and ensuring quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and provide technical direction across deliverables.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory standards and client procedures while aligning with project goals.
• Oversee and approve engineering designs and maintain QA across documents.
• Act as the primary technical interface with clients, providing guidance on complex challenges.
• Support project execution through cost estimating, risk assessment, change management and documentation.
• Mentor engineers and foster technical growth within the team.

Education

Post-Graduate in Engineering

P.Eng or P.Tech designation

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 Energy & Process team-part of our ERI sector-supporting projects across Canada and globally, from conventional energy to low-carbon transition solutions.

In this role, you'll lead complex energy projects from concept through detailed engineering, working in a client-facing capacity and collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality outcomes. Based in one of our Canadian offices (with preference for Calgary, or Edmonton), you'll contribute to impactful work that advances sustainable energy solutions and meets evolving industry demands.

Your Impact

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities, guiding projects from initial concept through to the issuance of construction-ready drawings and specifications
• Drive project success by developing strategies that identify key risks early and ensure delivery against quality, schedule, and cost objectives
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing technical direction and ensuring alignment across all project deliverables
• Interpret project scope and specifications, ensuring designs meet technical requirements, regulatory standards, and WSP engineering best practices
• Oversee and approve engineering designs, maintaining quality assurance and ensuring consistency with project goals and company standards
• Act as the primary technical interface with clients, providing expert guidance and recommendations on complex engineering challenges
• Support project execution through cost estimating, risk assessment, change management, and the preparation of engineering control documentation
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering technical growth, supporting professional development, and strengthening overall team capability

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Post-Graduate in Engineering;
• P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation;
• At least 10 to 15 years of previous experience in an EPCM environment in the energy industry with 7-10 years direct project engineering experience specifically in Natural Gas transmission and compression projects;
• At least 2 years experience as a technical Project Lead dealing directly with clients and other project stakeholders;
• Experience creating mechanical drawings (PFDs, P&IDs, Isometrics), line designation tables, Shutdown Key and Control Narratives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, act as main contact with the client and various stakeholders;
• Experience with Risk Management and Management of Change;
• Experience directly dealing with clients coordinating meetings, creating project status reports and dealing with different groups, stakeholders and disciplines;
• Proven ability to produce high quality work while facing competing priorities and strict deadlines;
• Proven independent project leader;
• Ability to prioritize activities, adapt to change, and stay focused in a dynamic environment;
• Demonstrated skills on concept and developed design optimization programs to guide sound technical guidance for decision making;
• Knows, understands, and complies with all client and corporate procedures;
• Demonstrate sensitivity and discretion when working with confidential information.

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.
• WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 - $162,800

MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 - $147,400

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 Lead What's Next in Energy?

Bring your leadership, expertise, and ambition to projects that matter. At WSP, you won't just deliver engineering solutions-you'll help shape the future of energy and sustainability.

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.