Project Engineer - Land Development

WSP in Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 81,900 - 112,800; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer for Land Development and Municipal Engineering in Ottawa. The role focuses on delivering design solutions for multidisciplinary projects, including water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.

Qualifications include a P.Eng. designation in Ontario and experience with site servicing and stormwater management. The position offers a supportive environment with hybrid working flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in land development or municipal engineering.
• Strong expertise in site servicing, stormwater management, grading, and drainage design.
• Familiarity with Ontario and Ottawa Design Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver design solutions for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Prepare site servicing, grading, and drainage designs.
• Coordinate permits, approvals, and regulatory submissions.

Skills

Land development experience

Site servicing expertise

Stormwater management

Advanced AutoCAD proficiency

Communication skills

Education

P.Eng. designation in Ontario

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

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.

Opportunity – Build the Future with Us

Your Impact Starts Here. Are you a detail‑oriented engineer ready to take the next step in your career? As a Project Engineer, Land Development and Municipal Engineering, you will support a growing portfolio of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional site development projects across Ontario. This role empowers you to refine your technical expertise, collaborate with industry‑leading professionals, and help shape the communities where we live, work, and grow—while supporting municipal approvals and permits.

Your Impact

• Deliver design solutions for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems on multidisciplinary land development projects
• Prepare site servicing, grading, and drainage designs, including drawings (AutoCAD/Civil 3D) and technical reports
• Coordinate permits, approvals, and regulatory submissions with municipal authorities
• Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, contractors, clients, and internal teams to drive project success
• Support project coordination, documentation, and quality control processes
• Apply innovative problem‑solving approaches to improve project outcomes
• Contribute to building sustainable and resilient communities through impactful infrastructure design
• Grow your capabilities in a supportive, high‑performing, and self‑driven environment with hybrid flexibility from the Ottawa office

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 3–5 years of experience in land development or municipal engineering
• Strong expertise in site servicing, stormwater management, grading, and drainage design
• P.Eng. designation in Ontario
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Working knowledge of Ontario land development processes and approval pathways
• Familiarity with Ontario and Ottawa Design Guidelines
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative and proactive mindset
• Valid Ontario driver’s licence with ability to work in both office and field environments
• PSPC Security Clearance considered an asset

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900
• MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
• NB, NL, NS, PE & 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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Apply today and be part of a team that's designing the communities of tomorrow.

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.