Transportation Planning Engineer/Project Manager

WSP in Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Paid vacation

Relocation assistance

Flexible work environment

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a dedicated Transportation Planning Engineer for a Project Manager role located on-site in Winnipeg. This position involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver impactful transportation projects across the nation.

Ideal candidates will have 5–8+ years in transportation engineering, relevant educational background, and strong proficiency in transportation software. The role offers relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in transportation engineering and planning.
• Experience with impact assessments and active transportation infrastructure design.
• Strong technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on projects from data collection to analysis.
• Conduct engineering analyses for multi-modal transportation projects.
• Prepare and oversee technical reports for project decisions.

Skills

Transportation engineering experience

Project management

Technical writing

Collaboration

Proficiency in transportation software

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Transportation Engineering

P.Eng license

Tools

Synchro/SimTraffic

HCS

Sidra

VISSIM

VISTRO

Aimsun

Job description

Job Description

WSP is a global community of engineers, advisors, and scientists dedicated to shaping communities and advancing humanity. We bring passionate, innovative world‑shapers together to create impactful solutions in transportation, infrastructure, and sustainability.

The Opportunity

As a Transportation Planning Engineer with a Project Manager role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across Canada to develop and deliver high‑profile transportation planning and engineering projects. The position is on‑site in Winnipeg and offers relocation assistance for candidates across Canada and the United States.

Your Impact

• Collaborate on projects from data collection and analysis to reporting, supporting both in‑field and in‑office technical tasks.
• Apply best practices, identify innovative solutions in active transportation master planning and design, and conduct engineering analyses for multi‑modal transportation, transit, and traffic projects.
• Develop progressive project management and coordination experience, preparing you for future leadership opportunities.
• Work with transportation/traffic engineers, planners, designers, and landscape architects.
• Prepare and oversee technical memos and reports that communicate results and recommendations influencing project decisions.
• Engage with clients and communities through meetings and public consultations.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A passion for transportation and designing multi‑modal solutions that improve safety and connectivity.
• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Transportation Engineering and a P.Eng license.
• 5–8+ years of experience in transportation engineering and planning, including impact assessments, active transportation infrastructure design, and project management.
• Proficiency in transportation software such as Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, Sidra, VISSIM, VISTRO, Aimsun and strong technical writing skills.
• Experience in traffic operations and site analysis, delivering data‑driven solutions.
• A collaborative mindset and leadership skills to manage projects and client relationships effectively.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds offering worldwide opportunities.
• Limitless possibilities to tailor your role to match your ambition.
• Flexible work to support a healthy work‑life balance.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $104,100 – $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

WSP Benefits

WSP Canada offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings.

Make Your Mark with WSP

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

About Us

WSP partners with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining, and metals, combining local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions that leave a lasting, positive impact.

Health and Safety Policy

Health and Safety is a core value at WSP. All employees and interns must comply with the HSE policy at all times and with client HSE policies when working at client sites. Some safety‑sensitive positions involve field work under varying environmental conditions.

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

Agency Submissions

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Only selected candidates will be contacted.