Senior Highway Designer, Engineer

Senior Highway Designer, Engineer – WSP Canada

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Step into a role where your expertise shapes the future of transportation. At WSP, we’re trusted to deliver some of Ontario’s most significant infrastructure projects. As a Senior Highway Designer/Engineer, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, influence strategic decisions, and ensure excellence on projects that define mobility for generations.

This is more than a job—it’s your opportunity to leave a legacy by joining our Ontario Highway Design Team in one of our offices (Mississauga, Ottawa or Thornhill).

• Strategic Leadership:
  Be the trusted advisor for clients and internal teams, guiding projects from concept to completion.
• High-Impact Projects:
  Work on major infrastructure initiatives—from multi-lane freeways to advanced transportation systems that define the future of Canadian highways.
• Innovation Champion:
  Introduce cutting‑edge design methodologies and digital solutions to keep WSP at the forefront of the industry.
• Mentorship & Influence:
  Shape the next generation of engineers while collaborating with senior leaders across disciplines.

• Lead technical delivery of highway and drainage designs using advanced tools (Open Roads, AutoCAD, Micro Station, Civil 3D, Microsoft Project).
• Oversee design schedules, budgets, and quality standards to ensure flawless execution.
• Act as a liaison with clients, providing strategic input and building long-term relationships.
• Drive proposal development and contribute to WSP’s “Future Ready” initiatives.
• Review and validate designs, ensuring compliance and excellence.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 10–20+ years of experience in highway/roadway design (MTO projects preferred).
• P.Eng or Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist designation.
• Proven experience with Design‑Build/P3 projects.
• Deep knowledge of Ontario environmental standards and design manuals.
• Familiarity with Open Roads, MTO CPS/HICO, and BIM (assets).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

WSP is one of the world’s largest professional services firms. Our mission is to ensure the sustainability of our cities and environments.

We value inclusion and belonging, support flexible work policies, and are committed to innovation across disciplines.

WSP welcomes a diverse workforce and supports accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

WSP is an equal opportunity employer. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Health and safety are essential to WSP. You must comply with our health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policy at all times and the client’s HSE policies when applicable.