WSP

Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development

WSP$104K — $138K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or diploma in Civil Engineering Technology.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in land development design, preferably within Alberta municipalities.
  • Registered (or eligible for registration) with APEGA or ASET as a Professional Engineer, Professional Licensee, or Professional Technologist in Alberta.
  • Strong technical capabilities with Civil 3D and design modeling tools (e.g., PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, WaterCAD, EPANET).
  • Deep understanding of land development processes, municipal standards, permitting, servicing strategies, and best practices in grading design.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and creativity in engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of land development projects from concept design through construction and municipal acceptance.
  • Guide technical design for stormwater management, grading, drainage, water and sanitary servicing, and roadway design.
  • Oversee and review engineering drawings, reports, and submissions for compliance with standards.
  • Champion sustainable design principles including Low Impact Development (LID) and climate-resilient infrastructure.
  • Build trusted relationships with municipalities, developers, and regulatory bodies to align client needs with community outcomes.
  • Provide construction-phase leadership including field reviews, technical issue resolution, and certification documentation.
  • Mentor intermediate engineers and technologists to support their professional growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive suite of services for seamless project delivery.
  • Support for career growth within a multidisciplinary and seasoned team.
  • Collaborative environment to influence sustainable community planning and development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us - As a Senior Civil Engineer in our Edmonton Land Developmentteam, you'll help shape the next generation of communities across Edmonton and beyond. You'll lead transformational residential, industrial, and mixed-use projects, ensuring they are resilient, sustainable, and built for long-term success.

At WSP, we boast a seasoned, multidisciplinary team ready to support your land development career growth trajectory. We provide an all-encompassing approach and comprehensive suite of services to ensure seamless project delivery. From orchestrating urban residential and industrial subdivisions to fueling multi-family development success, we are committed to uncovering optimal solutions and delivering trusted partnership at every stage.

Armed with a wealth of project experience and an in-depth understanding of municipal approvals, our team brings clarity, confidence, and momentum to complex development processes.

Your Impact

As a Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development, you will:
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of land development projects, from concept design through construction and municipal acceptance. These include residential, commercial, industrial subdivisions, onsite private developments, mixed use, residential and commercial developments, collector and arterial roadways, and municipal reserve and park developments.
  • Guide technical design for stormwater management, grading, drainage, water and sanitary servicing, roadway and access design, and utility coordination.
  • Oversee and review engineering drawings, reports, models, and submissions to ensure alignment with municipal and provincial standards.
  • Champion sustainable design by integrating Low Impact Development (LID), green stormwater systems, and climate-resilient infrastructure principles.
  • Build trusted relationships with municipalities, developers, and regulatory bodies, ensuring client needs and community outcomes are aligned.
  • Provide construction-phase leadership including field reviews, shop drawing approvals, RFI responses, technical issue resolution, and certification documentation.
  • Mentor intermediate engineers, technologists, and EITs, contributing to technical growth and project delivery excellence within the team.
  • Support business development, proposal writing, fee development, and client presentations to expand WSP's presence in land development across Alberta.
  • Participate in our growth in the market by developing relationships with the various project stakeholders in the land development industry. Collaboration and monitoring the industry regarding trends and changes, and providing participating in industry improvement implementation.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a Civil Engineering Technology diploma.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in land development design, preferably within Alberta municipalities.
  • Registered (or eligible for registration) with APEGA or ASET as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Professional Licensee (Engineering) (P.L. (Eng)), or Professional Technologist P.Tech.(Eng.) in Alberta.
  • Strong technical capabilities with Civil 3D and other design modeling tools (e.g., PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, WaterCAD, EPANET).
  • Deep understanding of the land development process, municipal standards, permitting processes, servicing strategies, and grading design best practices.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply creative engineering solutions to real-world challenges.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively as a team.
  • Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for project-related travel.

Compensation
  • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000
  • MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
  • NB, NL, NS, PEI & 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 may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what's possible. Apply today and let's create lasting change together!

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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