Project Manager, Municipal Engineering & Land Development

WSP USA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Project Manager in British Columbia to lead municipal infrastructure and land development projects from concept through construction in Langley or Vancouver. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive design, approvals, and delivery for communities across the Lower Mainland.

The role requires 8+ years in municipal engineering, a P.Eng. designation, and proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk while mentoring junior staff and growing client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• P.Eng. designation with EGBC required.
• 8+ years in municipal infrastructure/land development engineering.
• Experience with water, wastewater, drainage, and land development projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal infrastructure and land development projects from concept through construction.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, and resources to meet client objectives.
• Plan and design civil roadworks, water distribution, sanitary sewers, and stormwater facilities.
• Build client relationships with municipalities and approving authorities to drive approvals.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

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.

Build the Future with Us

The Opportunity

Join our Land Development & Municipal Engineering team in Langley or Vancouver, BC , and play a key role in delivering complex infrastructure and community development projects across the Lower Mainland. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help shape thriving communities through the planning, design, approval, and delivery of municipal infrastructure and land development projects.

Our team is known for its long-standing relationships with developers, municipalities, townships, and cities, built on trust, technical excellence, and collaboration. As a Project Manager , you’ll lead projects through the full lifecycle while helping drive business growth, client success, and the development of future talent.

Your Impact

• Lead the successful delivery of municipal infrastructure and land development projects from concept through construction.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources to meet client expectations and business objectives.
• Guide the planning and design of civil roadworks, water distribution systems, sanitary sewers, stormwater systems, and stormwater management facilities.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, municipal stakeholders, and approving authorities to advance project approvals and outcomes.
• Drive business growth through proposal preparation, client engagement, and business development initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Mentor and support the growth of junior professionals, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to building resilient communities through the delivery of impactful infrastructure projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure and land development engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in the design and delivery of water, wastewater, drainage, and land development projects.
• Strong project management experience with a proven ability to manage financial performance and project risks.
• Experience working with municipal approval processes and coordinating with regulatory authorities.
• Established client relationship management skills with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Passion for mentoring team members and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

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.

#WeAreWSP

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

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 Communities of Tomorrow?

If you're passionate about delivering meaningful infrastructure projects, building trusted client relationships, and helping communities thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Join WSP and be part of a team where your expertise, leadership, and ambition can create a lasting impact across British Columbia and beyond.

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

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. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .