Project Manager - Hydropower and Dams

WSP Global Inc.

Atlantic

On-site

CAD 111,000 - 162,800

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements
Proudly Canadian – Top 100 Employer
Growth opportunities available

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is looking for a Project Manager in Canada to lead hydropower and dam projects. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams, developing client relationships, and ensuring project success across various Ontario and Atlantic locations. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in project management, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor's in civil engineering. This opportunity offers competitive salary ranging from $112,100 to $162,800 based on location and experience. Join WSP to shape the future of energy infrastructure in Canada.

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in Project Management in hydropower and dams sector.
  • Strong leadership skills in multidisciplinary projects.
  • Knowledge of planning software is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multidisciplinary hydropower and dams projects.
  • Develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
  • Monitor project costs and schedules using EVM.

Skills

Project Management
Civil Engineering
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

MS Project
Primavera P6

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.

The Opportunity

As a Project Manager supporting Hydropower and Dams projects, you will play a key role in delivering complex projects in hydroelectric infrastructure across Ontario and Atlantic. Your work will support the reliability, modernization, and resiliency of critical power infrastructure that millions of people depend on. You will work closely with the hydropower and dams design teams and our market managers to lead and manage projects and business opportunities with our various clients. This position will be located out of one of our Ontario or Atlantic provinces. You’ll collaborate with diverse technical teams, utilities partners, contractors, and stakeholders — contributing to the planning and execution of meaningful, high‑impact infrastructure investments that strengthen communities and shape the province’s energy future.

Your Impact
  • Manage multidisciplinary hydropower and dams projects;
  • Develop, maintain, and strengthen long‑term client relationships;
  • Continuously demonstrate leadership skills;
  • Attend conferences and training courses to promote WSP and maintain client relationships;
  • Travel occasionally for project meetings, site assessments, training, and other related purposes;
  • Support WSP’s project management processes across the opportunity, initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and close‑out phases;
  • Monitor project costs and schedules using appropriate tools and techniques, including Earned Value Management (EVM).
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (structural engineering background desired);
  • Experience acting as Senior Reviewer on Hydropower and Dams projects;
  • At least 12+ years experience in Project Management and a strong network within the hydropower and dams sector, ideally in Ontario and/or Atlantic Canada;
  • Strong experience in a project management role managing complex multidisciplinary projects;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work, and to work effectively as part of a team;
  • Initiative, proactivity, autonomy, and strong attention to detail;
  • Ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple tasks in parallel;
  • Knowledge of planning software such as MS Project or Primavera P6 (an asset);
  • Member in good standing of the Professional Engineer of Ontario, or eligible to obtain registration (an asset);
  • MBA or PMP certification (an asset);
  • Proactive approach to problem‑solving and strong decision‑making skills.
Why Choose WSP
  • 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.
Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 to $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 to $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $111,000 to $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 Shape the Future?

Be part of a team driving progress across Canada’s essential energy infrastructure. Your impact starts here — join us in building what’s next.

Important Information

Health and safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Compliance with our HSE policy at all times is required. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

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