Municipal Design Engineer

WSP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Calgary is seeking a Municipal Design Engineer to help design a wide range of land development and municipal infrastructure projects. You’ll work on site servicing, stormwater, water resources, wastewater, and roadway design to enhance communities and infrastructure.

You will prepare analyses, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports, while providing technical advisory support and mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in municipal infrastructure or land development projects for public and private sectors.
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in civil engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional designation in Alberta: P.Eng., P.L. Eng., or P.Tech.
• Strong knowledge of local and environmental standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver land development and municipal infrastructure projects (site servicing, stormwater, water, wastewater, roadways).
• Prepare analyses, designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Provide technical advisory services and mentor junior team members.
• Support field staff during contract administration and conduct field reviews.
• Liaise with municipal, utility, and approval agencies to ensure compliance and success.
• Assist in preparing RFPs, bids, and proposal documents.

Skills

Land development design

Municipal infrastructure

Team mentorship

Regulatory knowledge - Alberta

Education

Civil engineering degree

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

Ready to Make an Impact? This is your opportunity to collaborate on some of the most impactful projects in the world. You’ll work alongside visionary professionals to deliver projects that shape the future of our cities, industries, and environment.

Join our Calgary Land Development & Municipal Engineering (LDME) team as a Municipal Design Engineer. In this role, you’ll contribute to designing a wide variety of projects that enhance communities and infrastructure. From residential subdivisions to municipal water and wastewater systems, your expertise will help shape sustainable solutions for public, private, and First Nation clients.

Join our team and work with and learn from the best.

Your Impact

• Design and deliver land development and municipal infrastructure projects, including site servicing, stormwater management, water resources, water distribution, sewage collection, and roadway design.
• Prepare detailed analyses, designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Provide technical advisory services and mentor junior team members to foster growth and excellence.
• Support field staff during contract administration and conduct field reviews for projects under construction.
• Liaise with municipal, utility, and approval agencies to ensure compliance and project success.
• Assist in preparing RFPs, bids, and proposal documents to secure new opportunities.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 5 -10 years of experience in municipal infrastructure or land development projects for public and private sectors.
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in civil engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional designation in Alberta: P.Eng., P.L. Eng., or P.Tech.
• Strong knowledge of local and environmental standards and guidelines.
• Proven design experience in sewer, watermain, and road projects, with familiarity in planning and approval processes.
• Experience working with Alberta municipalities and First Nations is an asset.

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’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognise the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritise the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $89,800 – $118,900
MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $81,100 – $107,700

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.