Senior Project Director – Mining & Heavy Industry

WSP in Canada; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 162,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead multi-phase mining and heavy industrial projects across Canada. You will guide project managers and engineers, shape the ERI portfolio, and drive client success through strong governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Ideal location is within the Greater Toronto Area or Sudbury, Ontario. This role offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities for growth and impact across the country.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive project management experience in mining and heavy industrial sectors.
• Proven success managing EPCM projects and delivering on time and on budget.
• Engineering degree (P.Eng. designation preferred) or technical diploma; PMP certification an asset.
• Expertise in project governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools; bilingual (English/French) is an asset.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in complex, multidisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of multi-phase, complex mining and heavy industrial projects across Canada.
• Develop and implement Project Management Plans, including risk, safety, quality, and communication strategies.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and governance to ensure delivery on time and within scope.
• Mentor and guide engineering managers and project teams to achieve technical excellence and client satisfaction.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

Skills

Project management experience

Mining industry experience

EPCM project delivery

Governance & risk management

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office

Education

Engineering degree or technical diploma

PMP certification (asset)

Tools

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

WSP is seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead multi-phase mining and heavy industrial projects across Canada. You will guide project managers and engineers, shape the ERI portfolio, and drive client success through strong governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Ideal location is within the Greater Toronto Area or Sudbury, Ontario. This role offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities for growth and impact across the country.