Senior Project Management - Land Development

WSP; Canada; On-site; CAD 112,100 - 154,400; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Canada is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead land development and municipal engineering projects. This role involves managing the full project lifecycle while nurturing client relationships. Ideal candidates have 10+ years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of Ontario’s regulatory environment. The hybrid work model allows flexibility across various Ontario locations, promoting both professional growth and a positive work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in land development or municipal engineering.
• Experience managing complex infrastructure projects.
• P.Eng. designation in Ontario or eligibility to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary land development and municipal engineering projects.
• Act as the primary client liaison to ensure client satisfaction.
• Oversee project financial performance and risk management.
• Drive business development efforts through proposals.
• Guide teams through municipal approvals processes.

Skills

10+ years of experience in land development or municipal engineering

Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams

Deep understanding of Ontario’s land development processes

Strong leadership and communication skills

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

PMP certification

Education

Professional Engineer designation in Ontario

PMP certification

Tools

Project management tools

Financial tracking systems

Job description

Senior Project Management - Land Development

ON, Canada

Job Description

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

With us, 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

Are you a visionary leader driven to deliver complex projects and help shape thriving communities? As a Senior Project Manager – Land Development & Municipal Engineering (Grade 8, Tier 2), you will lead high‑impact projects across Ontario, overseeing the full project lifecycle while building trusted client relationships, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the strategic growth of WSP.

This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse land development initiatives—greenfield, infill, and beyond—while advancing your career within a collaborative, high‑performance environment. Home offices are available in the GTA, Thornhill, Whitby, Kitchener, Hamilton, and London, Ontario, with hybrid work flexibility.

Your Impact

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multidisciplinary land development and municipal engineering projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors
• Act as the primary client liaison, building strong, long‑term relationships and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgets, schedules, resources, and risk management
• Drive business development efforts through proposals, client engagement, and strategic growth initiatives
• Guide teams through municipal and agency approvals processes, leveraging WSP’s established stakeholder relationships
• Mentor and develop project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence
• Uphold quality, safety, and performance standards while delivering sustainable, community‑focused solutions

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 10+ years of experience in land development or municipal engineering, including 2+ years in a project management role
• Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex infrastructure projects
• Deep understanding of Ontario’s land development and municipal approvals processes
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with a client‑focused mindset
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or eligibility to obtain
• PMP certification considered a strong asset
• Proficiency with project management tools and financial tracking systems

Compensation

Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 – $147,400

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