Regional Lead – Hydropower and Dams (North & Western Canada)

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 148,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Regional Lead – Hydropower and Dams to drive growth across Western Canada. You will shape strategy, strengthen client partnerships, and oversee major hydropower and dam projects as Project Director or Program Manager.

The role requires 15+ years in hydropower/dam engineering, a professional engineering designation, and proven success in business development and leadership. Occasional travel within the region is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years of hydropower/dam engineering experience.
• Registered or eligible for P.Eng.
• Strong leadership and business development track record.
• Established network with utilities and dam owners in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional growth by guiding strategic BD across Western Canada.
• Strengthen client relationships with utilities and dam owners.
• Coordinate winning pursuit strategies and client presentations.
• Direct major hydropower/dam projects as Project Director or PM.
• Provide technical leadership aligned with your engineering expertise.
• Collaborate with national leaders to implement growth plans.
• Support recruitment and build a high-performing regional team.
• Foster engagement and professional development.

Skills

Hydropower Eng

Business development

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Client relationships

Travel 10-20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

P.Eng. registration

Job description

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.

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us.

Lead the growth of one of Canada’s most critical infrastructure sectors. As Regional Lead – Hydropower and Dams (North-Western Canada), you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, strengthening client partnerships, and delivering impactful projects that support resilient, sustainable energy systems across North-Western Canada.

This is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise fuels business growth, guides complex project delivery, and contributes to a national vision for the future of hydropower and dam infrastructure.

This position will be based out of one of our west or north Canadian offices, ideally, Greater Vancouver, Greater Calgary, Greater Edmonton areas.

Your Impact

• Drive regional growth by leading strategic business development initiatives across Western Canada
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key clients, utilities, and dam owners to position WSP as a trusted partner
• Lead and coordinate winning pursuit strategies, proposals, and client presentations across multidisciplinary teams
• Direct and oversee major hydropower and dams projects, acting as Project Director or Program Manager
• Provide technical leadership and guidance aligned with your area of engineering expertise
• Collaborate with national sector leaders to implement and execute strategic growth plans
• Identify resource needs, support recruitment efforts, and help build a high-performing regional team
• Foster a strong team culture by promoting engagement, collaboration, and professional development

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
• At least 15 years of strong technical expertise in hydropower or dams (hydrotechnical, civil, structural, geotechnical, dam safety, mechanical, electrical, or related discipline)
• Demonstrated success in business development and strategic growth within the Canadian hydropower and dams sector
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a P.Eng.
• Established network and relationships with power utilities and dam owners in north or western Canada
• Proven ability to lead client engagement and develop long-term partnerships
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to travel within North and Western Canada (10–20%)

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: $147,500 – $195,400
• MB & ON: $134,600 – $184,600
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $133,200 – $176,900

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?

Step into a leadership role where your expertise drives meaningful impact across Canada’s energy infrastructure. Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team and help deliver innovative solutions that power communities and protect critical assets.

About Us

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 .

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.

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