Senior Engineer, Bridges

Socket.dev; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to lead the design and delivery of transportation infrastructure. You'll work on bridges, culverts and retaining walls, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure safe, sustainable outcomes.

Applicants should have a Civil Engineering degree and P.Eng. licence in BC, 10+ years in bridge design, and strong leadership to guide project teams and client relationships across Canada. Proficiency in CAN/CSA-S6 and CSIBridge/MIDAS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on bridge structures.
• Eligible for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in British Columbia.
• 10+ years of experience in detailed bridge design and project management.
• Proven ability to support transportation and bridge projects in various jurisdictions across Canada and working within geographically dispersed project teams.
• Advanced knowledge of CAN/CSA-S6 design codes and standards.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as CSIBridge and MIDAS.
• Expertise in planning, design, and construction of bridges with standard and complex geometry.
• Strong leadership capabilities to guide teams and manage client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs for bridges, culverts, and retaining walls.
• Lead inspections, assessments, and rehabilitation strategies for existing structures.
• Provide project coordination and management for standard and major bridge projects.
• Prepare specifications, tender documents, and cost estimates that guide successful delivery.
• Review shop drawings and provide technical support during construction phases.
• Mentor and inspire technical teams to achieve excellence in project delivery.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to proposal development for future projects.

Skills

Bridge design

P.Eng licence BC

Project management

CAN/CSA-S6

CSIBridge/MIDAS

Leadership

Client relationships

Bridge geometry

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CSIBridge

MIDAS

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

Innovate and Lead – Join our Bridge Group and take the lead on designing and delivering transportation projects that shape communities. From highway and pedestrian bridges to retaining walls and unique structures, your expertise will help create safe, sustainable infrastructure for generations to come.

Your Impact

• Deliver conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs for bridges, culverts, and retaining walls.
• Lead inspections, assessments, and rehabilitation strategies for existing structures.
• Provide project coordination and management for standard and major bridge projects.
• Prepare specifications, tender documents, and cost estimates that guide successful delivery.
• Review shop drawings and provide technical support during construction phases.
• Mentor and inspire technical teams to achieve excellence in project delivery.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to proposal development for future projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on bridge structures.
• Eligible for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in British Columbia.
• 10+ years of experience in detailed bridge design and project management.
• Proven ability to support transportation and bridge projects in various jurisdictions across Canada and working within geographically dispersed project teams.
• Advanced knowledge of CAN/CSA-S6 design codes and standards.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as CSIBridge and MIDAS.
• Expertise in planning, design, and construction of bridges with standard and complex geometry.
• Strong leadership capabilities to guide teams and manage client relationships effectively.

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’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognise the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritise the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $114,600 – $151,800
MB & ON: $104,500 – $143,900
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $103,500 – $137,400

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 organisational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

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.

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