Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development

WSP in Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead end-to-end land development projects in the Edmonton area. You will guide residential, commercial, and industrial subdivisions from concept design through construction and municipal acceptance, ensuring resilience and sustainability.

You will supervise technical design for stormwater, drainage, water and sanitary servicing, and roadway layouts while coordinating with municipalities and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a Civil Engineering Technology diploma.
• Professional licensure in Alberta or eligibility (P.Eng., P.L. Eng., or P.Tech Eng.).
• 10+ years of progressive land development design experience, preferably in Alberta municipalities.
• Strong design software proficiency (Civil 3D, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, WaterCAD, EPANET).
• Deep understanding of municipal standards, permitting, servicing strategies, and grading design.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of land development projects from concept design through construction and municipal acceptance.
• Guide technical design for stormwater management, grading, drainage, water and sanitary servicing, and roadway design.
• Oversee and review drawings, reports, models, and submissions for compliance with municipal/provincial standards.
• Champion sustainable design including LID and climate-resilient infrastructure.
• Build relationships with municipalities, developers, and regulatory bodies to align client and community outcomes.
• Provide construction-phase leadership including field reviews and RFI responses.
• Mentor intermediate engineers, technologists, and EITs to support technical growth.
• Support business development, proposals, and client presentations to expand WSP’s land development presence in Alberta.
• Engage with stakeholders to monitor industry trends and contribute to improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering Technology diploma

Tools

Civil 3D

PCSWMM

HEC-RAS

WaterCAD

EPANET

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want

Job DescriptionWhat 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 Build the Future with Us – As a Senior Civil Engineer in our Edmonton Land Developmentteam, you’ll help shape the next generation of communities across Edmonton and beyond. You’ll lead transformational residential, industrial, and mixed‑use projects, ensuring they are resilient, sustainable, and built for long‑term success. At WSP, we boast a seasoned, multidisciplinary team ready to support your land development career growth trajectory. We provide an all‑encompassing approach and comprehensive suite of services to ensure seamless project delivery. From orchestrating urban residential and industrial subdivisions to fueling multi‑family development success, we are committed to uncovering optimum solutions and delivering trusted partnership at every stage. Armed with a wealth of project experience and an in‑depth understanding of municipal approvals, our team brings clarity, confidence, and momentum to complex development processes.

Your Impact

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of land development projects, from concept design through construction and municipal acceptance. These include residential, commercial, industrial subdivisions, onsite private developments, mixed use, residential and commercial developments, collector and arterial roadways, and municipal reserve and park developments.
• Guide technical design for stormwater management, grading, drainage, water and sanitary servicing, roadway and access design, and utility coordination.
• Oversee and review engineering drawings, reports, models, and submissions to ensure alignment with municipal and provincial standards.
• Champion sustainable design by integrating Low Impact Development (LID), green stormwater systems, and climate‑resilient infrastructure principles.
• Build trusted relationships with municipalities, developers, and regulatory bodies, ensuring client needs and community outcomes are aligned.
• Provide construction‑phase leadership including field reviews, shop drawing approvals, RFI responses, technical issue resolution, and certification documentation.
• Mentor intermediate engineers, technologists, and EITs, contributing to technical growth and project delivery excellence within the team.
• Support business development, proposal writing, fee development, and client presentations to expand WSP's presence in land development across Alberta.
• Participate in our growth in the market by developing relationships with the various project stakeholders in the land development industry. Collaboration and monitoring the industry regarding trends and changes, and providing participating in industry improvement implementation.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a Civil Engineering Technology diploma.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in land development design, preferably within Alberta municipalities.
• Registered (or eligible for registration) with APEGA or ASET as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Professional Licensee (Engineering) (P.L. (Eng)), or Professional Technologist P.Tech.(Eng.) in Alberta.
• Strong technical capabilities with Civil 3D and other design modeling tools (e.g., PCSWMM, HEC‑RAS, WaterCAD, EPANET).
• Deep understanding of the land development process, municipal standards, permitting processes, servicing strategies, and grading design best practices.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to apply creative engineering solutions to real‑world challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively as a team.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for project‑related travel.

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 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: $104,100 - $138,000
• MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

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 may be subject to change for business purposes.

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. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .