WSP

Senior Project Manager, Utilities - Rail and Transit

WSP$95K — $130K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Manage utility investigations, relocations, and protection strategies from concept through construction
  • Coordinate closely with utility owners and third-party agencies 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

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape impactful rail and transit infrastructure projects
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and leading agencies
  • Mentorship opportunities to guide junior team members
  • Potential to influence community development positively
  • Engagement in complex and high-stakes projects in the Greater Toronto Area
Full Job Description
Job Description

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

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.

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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