Job Description
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.

The Opportunity
As a Team Lead – Senior Cost Controller, you will strengthen project controls practices and ensure robust cost monitoring and performance management. You will oversee cost control across multiple mandates while leading a team of professionals, directly contributing to impactful projects for our clients and the communities we serve.

Your Impact
As a Cost Controller

Manage budgets and forecasts to ensure the financial health of projects

Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions to optimize performance

Apply Earned Value Management EVM principles to support decision-making

Ensure rigorous tracking of project performance in collaboration with stakeholders

Manage changes and their financial impacts throughout the project lifecycle

Ensure compliance with processes, policies and contractual requirements

As a Team Lead

Lead, engage and develop a cost control team

Allocate resources across projects

Ensure the quality of deliverables

Review and approve outputs

Participate in recruitment

Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

The Skills That Set You Apart

University degree, bachelor’s in engineering, finance, project management or a related field

Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in cost control within complex engineering project environments

Proven expertise in Earned Value Management EVM and project financial control

Demonstrated experience in team management and development





Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills in dynamic environments

Knowledge of AACE and PMI frameworks and certifications strong asset

Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills

Bilingualism is required as the individual will frequently be involved in projects with English‑speaking clients and partners outside Quebec

Benefits

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.

Adaptable 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: $122,900 – 162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 – 154,400
NB, NL, NS, PEI & 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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.

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📌 Team Lead, Senior Cost Controller (Ontario)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Ontario