Senior Engineer Civil - Aviation

Role Summary :

WSP is currently seeking a talented and driven Senior Engineer to join our Aviation team within the Transportation Systems business line. Based in the Greater Toronto Region, this role offers a unique opportunity to work on some of Canada’s most important airport infrastructure projects—supporting the planning, design, and construction of airside and landside facilities. As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in multidisciplinary teams, helping deliver high-quality solutions across a range of projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, de-icing facilities, and more. You’ll gain exposure to every stage of project development, from concept through to construction, while contributing technical expertise, collaboration, and innovation. This is a great opportunity for a mid-career engineer looking to advance in the aviation industry while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

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 new things.

A phenomenal collaborative 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.

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What you can expect to do here :

Coordinate conceptual, functional, and detailed design phases for airport infrastructure projects

Develop and review technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates

Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings, design reports, and presentation materials

Collaborate closely with internal design teams, subconsultants, and project managers

Liaise with clients and project stakeholders, supporting communication and issue resolution

Support quality assurance and quality control processes across design deliverables

Contribute to proposal preparation, including scope definition, budgeting, and scheduling

Analyze project schedules to track milestones and critical path activities

Perform field reviews or attend project sites as required to support design or construction activities

Work on multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail, deadlines, and team coordination

Qualifications / Technical Experience (e.g. Areas, Software) :

Undergraduate degree in Engineering (Civil preferred) from an accredited institution

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration in Ontario Or IEng / CEng from Europe / AU

10+ years of engineering experience in Canada, ideally in aviation, transportation, or infrastructure projects

Experience working on airport-related projects is preferred

Familiarity with TP312 5th Edition, ICAO, or FAA standards is an asset

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience using project scheduling or modeling tools is an advantage

Strong analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Ability to manage deadlines, adapt to shifting priorities, and work both independently and in collaborative team settings

Willingness to travel to project / client sites as needed

Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning, problem-solving, and professional growth