Market Leader, Energy (Eastern Canada)

WSP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto is looking for a Technical Market Leader for Energy to oversee the growth of the Energy practice in Eastern Canada. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of leadership experience in the Energy sector, a strong background in project delivery, and the ability to mentor staff. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is required. This role offers competitive pay, flexible work options, and a commitment to a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• More than 10 years’ experience in a leadership role in the Energy sector.
• Hands-on experience with Project Delivery.
• Strong understanding of energy sector trends and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Energy practice in Eastern Canada.
• Make decisions on complex project components.
• Anticipate business needs and lead change initiatives.
• Mentor and coach other Energy staff.

Skills

Leadership in Energy

Project Delivery

Business Development

Client Negotiation

Financial Acumen

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Engineering degree or technical diploma

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity:

OurEnergysubsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. From small installations to multi-phase integrated megaprojects, we support your upstream, midstream, or downstream oil and gas activities and energy transition markets at all stages of the project lifecycle, anywhere in the world. We are focused on providing design, engineering and environmental services that contribute to climate adaptation and mitigation, sustain the use and protection of water and marine resources, protect and restore biodiversity, and support our clients as they transition to low carbon solutions. Our experts work together to offer our clients services that live up to our vision: to meet the highest standards in the industry and innovate to exceed them.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging
• OurFlexibleWork Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygoodpeoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

What you can expect to do here:

• You will be the TechnicalMarket Leader for Energy, reporting to Vice-President-Energy
• You will be responsible for leading and growing the Energypractice in Eastern Canada
• You will act as a thoughtleader, applying advanced in-depth and broad knowledge and be externally recognized as a top “go-to”resource in their field
• You will make decisions on highly complex issues regarding work approach for project components and completion of team tasks and responsibilities
• You will anticipate business needs, secure required resources, and lead initiatives to implement change in the organization
• You will make recommendations and be involved with important decision-making on highly technical and complex aspects of WSP projects
• You will be accountable to lead certain client accounts and engagements within the Energy Group
• You will support the growth of technical disciplines required for Energy
• You will ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards and provide oversight and governance on the various major project ongoing within the Energy team
• You will provide governance on Energy jobs including quality, and provide leadership on Energy proposals
• You will collaborate with other internal departments and stakeholders to improve quality and project delivery, including management of subconsultants
• You will mentor and coach other Energy staff as required.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• More than 10years’ experience in a leadership role, and must have experience in the Energy sector;
• MUST have hands-on experience with Project Delivery;
• Engineering degree in a related discipline or technical diploma from post-secondary institution is required;
• Proven experience in business development with an existing network in the Energy market;
• Strong financial and business acumen- experience with managing business operations and/or a P&L is an asset;
• Strong understanding of the energy sector, including industry trends and emerging technologies related to the energy transformation and decarbonization;
• Ability to negotiate and build relationships with clients;
• P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation is an asset;
• Bilingual in both French and English is required.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 72576
• Posting Date 08/29/2025, 01:30 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

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.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.