Senior Civil Engineer, Land Development - WSP, Edmonton

About this opportunity

Explore rewarding WSP jobs and advance your WSP careers in Edmonton. As a global leader in engineering and professional services, WSP is dedicated to shaping communities and advancing humanity. We are seeking a passionate Senior Civil Engineer to join our dynamic Land Development team in Edmonton, AB. This is a prime opportunity for engineering jobs in Edmonton, offering significant impact on local infrastructure and urban development.

This Senior Civil Engineer role is pivotal in shaping the next generation of communities across Edmonton and beyond. You will lead transformative residential, industrial, and mixed-use development projects, ensuring they are resilient, sustainable, and built for long-term success. Our seasoned, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive support for your land development career growth trajectory, offering an all-encompassing approach to seamless project delivery.

What you'll do

As a Senior Civil Engineer specializing in land development, your impact will be broad and significant. You will be instrumental in guiding projects from initial concept through to completion, leveraging your expertise in civil engineering design and project leadership.

• 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.

Qualifications

To excel in this Senior Civil Engineer role, you will bring a robust background in civil engineering and land development, coupled with strong leadership and technical skills. Your ability to manage complex projects and collaborate effectively will be key to your success.

• 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.

Perks and benefits

Choosing WSP means joining a global community where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is actively supported. We are committed to fostering an environment where brilliant minds can thrive and shape a better future.

• 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 – whether 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.