Senior Project Manager, Utilities - Rail and Transit
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
Step into a role where your expertise in utilities will shape some of the most impactful rail and transit infrastructure projects in the Greater Toronto Area. As a Senior Project Manager – Utilities, you will guide complex projects from planning through execution, ensuring critical utility coordination is delivered efficiently, safely, and with lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Your Impact
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Manage utility investigations, relocations, and protection strategies from concept through construction
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Coordinate closely with utility owners and third‑party agencies (hydro, gas, telecom, municipalities) to align project delivery
-
Identify and mitigate risks related to utility conflicts, ensuring minimal disruption to project scope, schedule, and cost
-
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate utilities solutions into broader project designs
-
Review utility designs and ensure alignment with client standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
-
Develop strategies for utility relocations, including contract packaging and delivery approaches
-
Mentor junior team members and contribute to building strong internal capability in utilities management
The Skills That Set You Apart
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University degree or college diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
-
Minimum 8 years of experience in utilities investigation, coordination, or design on large infrastructure projects
-
Proven experience managing utilities during the construction phase of projects
-
Strong knowledge of Ontario regulations, codes, and frameworks for utilities and civil infrastructure
-
Experience working with agencies such as MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, and municipal stakeholders
-
Demonstrated ability to interpret and review complex design drawings across disciplines
-
Experience developing Utility Conflict Plans, matrices, and relocation strategies
-
Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills within complex project environments
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 #2026rail
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000 MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 – $124,900
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 Shape the Future?
Join WSP and play a key role in delivering transformative rail and transit infrastructure across the GTA. Bring your technical expertise, leadership, and passion for collaboration — and help us build smarter, more connected communities.
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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Senior Project Manager, Utilities - Rail and Transit
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
Step into a role where your expertise in utilities will shape some of the most impactful rail and transit infrastructure projects in the Greater Toronto Area. As a Senior Project Manager – Utilities, you will guide complex projects from planning through execution, ensuring critical utility coordination is delivered efficiently, safely, and with lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Your Impact
-
Manage utility investigations, relocations, and protection strategies from concept through construction
-
Coordinate closely with utility owners and third‑party agencies (hydro, gas, telecom, municipalities) to align project delivery
-
Identify and mitigate risks related to utility conflicts, ensuring minimal disruption to project scope, schedule, and cost
-
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate utilities solutions into broader project designs
-
Review utility designs and ensure alignment with client standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
-
Develop strategies for utility relocations, including contract packaging and delivery approaches
-
Mentor junior team members and contribute to building strong internal capability in utilities management
The Skills That Set You Apart
-
University degree or college diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
-
Minimum 8 years of experience in utilities investigation, coordination, or design on large infrastructure projects
-
Proven experience managing utilities during the construction phase of projects
-
Strong knowledge of Ontario regulations, codes, and frameworks for utilities and civil infrastructure
-
Experience working with agencies such as MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, and municipal stakeholders
-
Demonstrated ability to interpret and review complex design drawings across disciplines
-
Experience developing Utility Conflict Plans, matrices, and relocation strategies
-
Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills within complex project environments
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 #2026rail
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000 MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 – $124,900
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 Shape the Future?
Join WSP and play a key role in delivering transformative rail and transit infrastructure across the GTA. Bring your technical expertise, leadership, and passion for collaboration — and help us build smarter, more connected communities.
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].