Project Director, Hydro & Dams in Vancouver

Build the Future with Us. Lead the growth of one of Canada’s most critical infrastructure sectors. As Project Director – Hydropower and Dams (Western Canada), you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, strengthening client partnerships, and delivering impactful projects that support resilient, sustainable energy systems across Western Canada. This is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise fuels business growth, guides complex project delivery, and contributes to a national vision for the future of hydropower and dam infrastructure. This position will, ideally, be based out of one of our Western offices, ideally, Calgary or Vancouver.

Your Impact

• Be the Project Director on infrastructure dams and hydropower projects.
• Establish project vision, objectives, execution strategies, and success criteria.
• Ensure effective coordination among engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, and stakeholder teams.
• Act as the senior point of contact for clients and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain client relationships at the project level.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and strategic growth.
• Manage high-level commercial and contractual discussions.
• Be accountable for project profitability, revenue, cash flow, and financial performance.
• Approve significant project expenditures and change orders.
• Ensure effective risk and opportunity management.
• Oversee winning pursuit strategies, proposals, and client presentations across multidisciplinary teams.
• Foster a strong team culture by promoting engagement, collaboration, and professional development.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• At least 20 years of strong project management/project direction with strong experience in hydropower or dams.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a P.Eng. in at least one province in Western Canada desired.
• Established network and relationships with power utilities and dam owners in Western Canada.
• Proven ability to lead client engagement and develop long-term partnerships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel within Western Canada (10–20%).

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.

Compensation:

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $177,000 – $234,400
• MB & ON: $161,500 – $222,300
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $159,900 – $212,300

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.

Ready to Shape the Future? Step into a leadership role where your expertise drives meaningful impact across Canada’s energy infrastructure. Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team and help deliver innovative solutions that power communities and protect critical assets.