Lead Project Engineer, Energy
Top Benefits
About the role
What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.
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
Build the Future with Us
Join WSP’s Energy & Process team—part of our ERI sector—supporting projects across Canada and globally, from conventional energy to low carbon transition solutions.
As a Lead Project Engineer, you will guide complex energy projects from concept through detailed engineering, acting as a key client interface and driving multidisciplinary collaboration. Based in one of our Canadian offices (Calgary, Moncton, or Kitchener preferred), you will contribute to impactful work that advances sustainable energy solutions and meets evolving industry demands.
Your Impact
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Lead planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities from concept through construction-ready deliverables
-
Drive project success by identifying risks early and ensuring delivery across quality, schedule, and cost objectives
-
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing technical direction and aligning all deliverables
-
Interpret project scope and specifications to ensure compliance with technical, regulatory, and WSP standards
-
Oversee and approve engineering designs, maintaining quality assurance and consistency with project goals
-
Serve as the primary technical interface with clients, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges
-
Support execution through cost estimating, risk assessment, change management, and engineering documentation
-
Mentor and develop engineers, strengthening technical capability and team performance
The Skills That Set You Apart
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Post-graduate degree in Engineering
-
P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation
-
10–15 years of EPCM experience in the energy industry, including 7–10 years in project engineering roles
-
Proven experience leading projects and working directly with clients and stakeholders
-
Strong communication skills with the ability to act as a trusted client advisor
-
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
-
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and producing project reports
-
Strong understanding of design optimization, risk management, and engineering best practices
Why Choose WSP?
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 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. #WeAreWSP
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.
Ready to Lead What’s Next in Energy?
Bring your leadership, expertise, and ambition to projects that matter. At WSP, you won’t just deliver engineering solutions—you’ll help shape the future of energy and sustainability.
Apply today and power what’s possible.
At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
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. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety].
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies].
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Lead Project Engineer, Energy
Top Benefits
About the role
What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.
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
Build the Future with Us
Join WSP’s Energy & Process team—part of our ERI sector—supporting projects across Canada and globally, from conventional energy to low carbon transition solutions.
As a Lead Project Engineer, you will guide complex energy projects from concept through detailed engineering, acting as a key client interface and driving multidisciplinary collaboration. Based in one of our Canadian offices (Calgary, Moncton, or Kitchener preferred), you will contribute to impactful work that advances sustainable energy solutions and meets evolving industry demands.
Your Impact
-
Lead planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities from concept through construction-ready deliverables
-
Drive project success by identifying risks early and ensuring delivery across quality, schedule, and cost objectives
-
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing technical direction and aligning all deliverables
-
Interpret project scope and specifications to ensure compliance with technical, regulatory, and WSP standards
-
Oversee and approve engineering designs, maintaining quality assurance and consistency with project goals
-
Serve as the primary technical interface with clients, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges
-
Support execution through cost estimating, risk assessment, change management, and engineering documentation
-
Mentor and develop engineers, strengthening technical capability and team performance
The Skills That Set You Apart
-
Post-graduate degree in Engineering
-
P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation
-
10–15 years of EPCM experience in the energy industry, including 7–10 years in project engineering roles
-
Proven experience leading projects and working directly with clients and stakeholders
-
Strong communication skills with the ability to act as a trusted client advisor
-
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
-
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and producing project reports
-
Strong understanding of design optimization, risk management, and engineering best practices
Why Choose WSP?
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 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. #WeAreWSP
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.
Ready to Lead What’s Next in Energy?
Bring your leadership, expertise, and ambition to projects that matter. At WSP, you won’t just deliver engineering solutions—you’ll help shape the future of energy and sustainability.
Apply today and power what’s possible.
At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
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. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety].
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies].