Senior Electrical BIM Modeler

WSP in Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 81,900 - 112,800; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a senior Electrical and BIM designer to advance power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm system design for GTA and Southwestern Ontario projects. You will mentor Revit-based BIM teams, support ACC workflows, and collaborate with international teams to optimize multi-regional delivery.

You will stay current with BIM trends, contribute to standardization, and work under senior engineers to deliver high-quality digital design solutions across transportation infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on experience in Electrical and Lighting design in a consulting office.
• Strong Revit 3D modeling and ACC proficiency; BIM add-ins familiarity is a plus.
• Experience supporting BIM standards and driving design automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and 3D-model Power Distribution, Circuiting, Conduit Runs, Grounding, Lighting Systems, and Fire Alarm Systems.
• Support Engineers with calculations, equipment selection, and lighting-control integration.
• Follow GTA M&E Digital Standards and Automation Procedures for quality and consistency.

Skills

Electrical & Lighting design

3D BIM modeling

Revit proficiency

Digital delivery

BIM standards

Workflow automation

Navisworks

Dynamo scripting

Mentoring BIM teams

Self-driven

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

BIM add-ins

Navisworks

Dynamo

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation

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

Build the Future With Us - This is your chance to bring your BIM and Electrical design expertise to projects that shape the GTA and Southwestern Ontario's transportation infrastructure. In this role, you will contribute to future-focused solutions and support a major digital transformation initiative within our Mechanical & Electrical group.

Your Impact

• Design and 3D-model Power Distribution, Circuiting, Conduit Runs, Grounding, Lightning Protection, Lighting Systems, Fixture Selection, Lighting Controls, and Fire Alarm Systems.
• Support Electrical Engineers and Lightning Designers with system calculations, equipment selection, and lighting-control integration.
• Follow the GTA M&E Digital Standards and Automation Procedures to ensure quality and consistency.
• Mentor, guide, and support Revit-based BIM teams to elevate digital delivery capabilities.
• Support corporate BIM standards, workflows, and production through technology-driven methods.
• Assist with project setup and collaborate closely with the project setup team.
• Coordinate daily with WSP's offshore BIM/design team in India to optimize multi-regional workflow efficiency.
• Collaborate in the development of advanced digital tools enabling more automated and efficient modeling operations.
• Stay current with evolving BIM, Revit, ACC, Dynamo, and related digital delivery trends.
• Work independently or collaboratively under the direction of senior technical leads and engineers.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in Electrical and Lighting design using CAD and advanced BIM 3D Revit modeling in a consulting office.
• Superior proficiency in Revit 3D Modeling, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), and BIM add-ins; Autodesk Revit Certification is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting regional or national BIM standards and contributing to design automation initiatives.
• Strong ability to champion digital delivery technologies and help teams adopt smarter, automated workflows.
• Knowledge of Navisworks and Dynamo scripting for workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Bentley MicroStation.
• Organized, self-driven, methodical, and able to perform under project-delivery pressures.

Why Choose WSP?

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

• 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:

$89,800 - $118,900

MB & ON:

$81,900 - $112,800

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.

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.

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 .