Project Director

WSP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 134,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Project Director to lead complex energy and heavy industrial projects. This role requires 15+ years of project management experience, particularly in mining, along with strong governance and stakeholder engagement skills. The successful candidate will develop Project Management Plans, oversee budgets, and mentor engineering teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction. This position is a unique opportunity to shape the energy landscape in Canada.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• 15–20+ years of progressive project management experience in mining and heavy industrial sectors.
• Proven success managing EPCM projects and delivering on time and on budget.
• 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.
• Mentor and guide engineering managers and project teams.

Skills

Project management in mining

Governance skills

Stakeholder engagement

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

Engineering degree or technical diploma

PMP certification

Tools

MS Office

Project management tools

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

Your Impact Starts Here – Step into a leadership role where your expertise shapes Canada’s most complex energy and heavy industrial projects. As Senior Project Manager / Project Director, you’ll lead Area Managers, Engineering Managers, and project engineers—guiding stakeholders with confidence and clarity.

Location: Ideally based in the Greater Toronto Area or Sudbury, Ontario.

At WSP Canada, our ERI (Energy, Resources & Industry) sector delivers projects nationwide—from small installations to multi-phase megaprojects in oil & gas, mining, heavy industry, and renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro, and more). We provide design, engineering, and environmental services that drive climate adaptation, protect water and biodiversity, and help clients transition to low-carbon solutions.

You bring proven project management experience in energy and heavy industry, strong governance skills, and a talent for fostering new business opportunities. Reporting to the Vice President of Major Projects, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our ERI portfolio and advancing client success.

Your Impact

• 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.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 15–20+ 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.

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 recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $147,500 – $195,400
MB & ON: $134,600 – $184,600
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $133,200 – $176,900

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 in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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.