Lead Project Engineer, Energy

WSP in Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 122,900 - 162,800; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to join its Energy & Process team. This role involves guiding complex energy projects from concept through to detailed engineering, ensuring collaboration among multidisciplinary teams while serving as the primary client interface.

The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of EPCM experience, along with strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of EPCM experience in the energy industry, including 7–10 years in project engineering roles.
• Proven experience leading projects and working directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities.
• Drive project success by identifying risks early and ensuring delivery across quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Mentor and develop engineers, strengthening technical capability and team performance.

Skills

Project Management

Client Interface

Team Coordination

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Post-graduate degree in Engineering

P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation

Job description

Lead Project Engineer – Energy & Process

Join WSP’s Energy & Process team within the ERI sector supporting projects across Canada and globally, from conventional energy to low‑carbon transition solutions. As a Lead Project Engineer you will guide complex energy projects from concept through detailed engineering, act as a key client interface, and drive multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities from concept through construction‑ready deliverables
• Drive project success by identifying risks early and ensuring delivery across quality, schedule, and cost objectives
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing technical direction and aligning all deliverables
• Interpret project scope and specifications to ensure compliance with technical, regulatory, and WSP standards
• Oversee and approve engineering designs, maintaining quality assurance and consistency with project goals
• Serve as the primary technical interface with clients, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges
• Support execution through cost estimating, risk assessment, change management, and engineering documentation
• Mentor and develop engineers, strengthening technical capability and team performance

Qualifications

• Post‑graduate degree in Engineering
• P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation
• 10–15 years of EPCM experience in the energy industry, including 7–10 years in project engineering roles
• Proven experience leading projects and working directly with clients and stakeholders
• Strong communication skills with the ability to act as a trusted client advisor
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality work under tight deadlines
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and producing project reports
• Strong understanding of design optimization, risk management, and engineering best practices

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

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. The company welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities; accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Health and safety is a core value. Given the importance of keeping one another safe, it is expected that applicants comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include working in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather within safe and reasonable limits.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.