03 Oct
|
WSP in Canada
|
Quebec
03 Oct
WSP in Canada
Quebec
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. Lead the Projects that Define Canada's Resource Future Bring strategic vision, commercial insight, and delivery leadership to complex mining and resource developments that create lasting value for clients, communities, and industry. Based from an available WSP office in Ontario or Québec, you will contribute as Director, Major Projects - Resources within our Resources business line and report to the Vice President, Major Projects / Mining & Resources Leadership Team.
You will lead the pursuit, planning, governance, and delivery of significant multidisciplinary assignments across Canada, guiding projects from early development through execution while strengthening client relationships and expanding WSP's Major Projects practice. #Lead a portfolio of major mining and resources projects, setting execution strategies that advance safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client outcomes. Strengthen project governance, reporting, controls, risk management, and decision-making while providing strategic direction to Project Directors and Project Managers. Build executive-level client relationships and shape major pursuits through capture planning, proposals, interviews, negotiations, and sponsorship.
Drive commercial performance by overseeing revenue, profitability, forecasts, contracts, and risk exposure across consulting, EPCM, PMC, and owner-representative assignments. Develop geographically dispersed teams and future major-project leaders through workforce planning, mentorship, accountability, and a collaborative One WSP approach. Shape long-term growth.
A bachelor's degree in engineering, geoscience, construction management, or a related discipline; 15+ years of progressive experience delivering mining, resources, major infrastructure, or industrial projects,
including leadership of large multidisciplinary programs with significant complexity and risk. ~ Advanced knowledge of project governance, project controls, contract management, commercial execution, financial forecasting, and enterprise risk management. ~ Experience working across owner, EPCM, consulting, contractor, PMC, and owner-representative environments throughout the full project lifecycle. ~ Demonstrated success building senior client relationships, leading strategic pursuits, negotiating major assignments, and expanding repeat business. ~ Proven ability to lead large, geographically dispersed teams and align operational leaders, technical specialists, project teams, and corporate functions around shared outcomes. ~ Experience engaging clients, contractors, regulators, and Indigenous communities with sound judgement, respect, and a commitment to meaningful collaboration. ~ Executive-level communication, negotiation, and stakeholder leadership capabilities; bilingual French and English proficiency is a strong asset, particularly for candidates based in Québec. We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
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. #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. Bring together strategy, people, and disciplined delivery to guide resource projects whose impact extends well beyond their milestones.
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. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, workplace, 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. 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.
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.
📌 Project Resource Manager (Project Management Specialist) (Quebec)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Quebec