Senior Project Manager — Sustainable Land Development Leader

WSP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Engineer for Site Development in Edmonton to lead civil on-site multi-family, commercial, institutional and industrial projects from concept through construction and handover. You will manage private developments, budgets, schedules and client relations across Alberta.

You bring 10+ years in private development civil design and project management, Alberta licensure, and proficiency in Civil 3D/AutoCAD, with PMP as a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology diploma.
• 10+ years of progressive onsite private development civil design and project management experience, ideally within Alberta.
• Registered (or eligible for registration) with APEGA or ASET as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Professional Licensee (Engineering) (P.L. (Eng)), or Professional Technologist P.Tech.(Eng.) in Alberta.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Proficiency in civil design tools such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, modelling software, and project coordination platforms.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for project related travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project management lifecycle for the civil on site development, from concept and detailed design through construction and post construction acceptance.
• Deliver engineering solutions for private site developments; stormwater management systems, sanitary and water servicing, roadway geometry, site grading, and utility coordination.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams of engineers, designers, technologists, and subconsultants, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with municipal, provincial, and regulatory standards.
• Serve as the primary client partner for architects, builders, developers, municipalities, and agencies—building long term relationships rooted in trust, responsiveness, and strategic insight.
• Oversee approval packages including technical reports and engineering drawings.
• Lead financial stewardship of projects, including forecasting, budgeting, invoicing, contract administration, and negotiating consultant and contractor agreements.
• Strengthen construction phase delivery by providing RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, progress certifications, field reviews, and on site technical problem-solving.
• Mentor and elevate developing professionals, supporting technical growth, project management maturity, and client focused thinking.
• Champion innovation and resilience—integrating LID features, green infrastructure, and sustainable design approaches across all development projects.
• Engage with industry networks, local governments, and development associations to strengthen WSP’s market presence and advance best practices.
• Support business development, proposal writing, fee development, and client presentations to expand WSP's presence in land development across Alberta.
• Participate in our growth in the market by developing relationships with the various project stakeholders in the land development industry.

Skills

Leadership

Client coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering Technology diploma

PMP certification (asset)

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Modelling software

Project coordination platforms

Job description

WSP is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Engineer for Site Development in Edmonton to lead civil on-site multi-family, commercial, institutional and industrial projects from concept through construction and handover. You will manage private developments, budgets, schedules and client relations across Alberta.

You bring 10+ years in private development civil design and project management, Alberta licensure, and proficiency in Civil 3D/AutoCAD, with PMP as a plus.