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- Aviation role at WSP in Canada The Opportunity: WSP is currently seeking a dynamic and highly experienced

Job Description
The Opportunity: WSP is currently seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Aviation team within the Transportation Systems business line. This is a unique leadership opportunity for an established industry professional to play a strategic role in delivering transformative airport infrastructure projects across Canada and internationally.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will bring a deep understanding of the aviation industry, a network of relationships within the Canadian aviation sector, and a strong record of successfully pursuing, winning, and delivering complex airside and airport development projects. You will have the opportunity to lead high-profile work at both large and small airports, including runway and taxiway rehabilitations, apron expansions, de-icing facilities, navigational aid infrastructure, and new greenfield developments.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about shaping the future of airport infrastructure, while also mentoring and inspiring a talented team of engineers, designers, and support staff. You will be a role model who leads by example—responsive, collaborative, technically sound, and commercially savvy.
Why choose WSP? We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives. A Canadian success story




- we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer. Enhance the world around you
- from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada. Outstanding career opportunities
- we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday
- we're open to your ideas and trying recent things. A phenomenal cooperative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer
attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.#We Are WSP What you can expect to do here: Take full ownership of all construction project management activities, ensuring deliverables are executed with quality, efficiency, and on budget. Lead multidisciplinary teams through all project phases—conceptual, functional, and detailed design—while overseeing technical specifications, quantities, and cost estimates. Implement and maintain rigorous quality assurance and control procedures across all project stages. Act as the primary point of contact with clients and internal teams, managing expectations, maintaining relationships,



and ensuring effective communication. Provide leadership in issue resolution, ensuring rapid response and mitigation strategies are applied to project challenges. Oversee and review project schedules, focusing on critical path activities and major milestones to ensure timely project delivery. Participate in and lead proposal development, cost estimation, and budgeting for pursuits and ongoing projects. Review and approve technical drawings, specifications, and presentation materials. Manage project budgets and scope, including change management, risk tracking, and contract compliance. Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, consultants, and contractors. Ensure project close-out activities are completed efficiently, with proper documentation and lessons learned captured. Apply commercial acumen to manage project profitability, reduce risk exposure, and improve delivery margins. Support internal initiatives, mentoring junior staff and contributing to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. What you’ll bring to WSP: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil preferred) from an accredited institution. Registration as a Professional Engineer in a Canadian province or territory. 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in Canada or abroad, with 8+ years in project management roles. Proven expertise in airside infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, and apron designs—experience in both rehabilitation and greenfield projects is highly valued. Familiarity with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), TP312 5th Edition, and international standards (ICAO, FAA). Knowledge of navigational aid system design and planning is a strong asset. Proficient with Auto CAD, Civil 3 D, an

📌 Senior project manager (Toronto)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Toronto