Senior Project Manager in Toronto

WSP is currently seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Aviation team within the Transportation Systems business line. This is a unique leadership opportunity for an established industry professional to play a strategic role in delivering transformative airport infrastructure projects across Canada and internationally.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will bring a deep understanding of the aviation industry, a network of relationships within the Canadian aviation sector, and a strong record of successfully pursuing, winning, and delivering complex airside and airport development projects. You will have the opportunity to lead high-profile work at both large and small airports, including runway and taxiway rehabilitations, apron expansions, de-icing facilities, navigational aid infrastructure, and new greenfield developments.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about shaping the future of airport infrastructure, while also mentoring and inspiring a talented team of engineers, designers, and support staff. You will be a role model who leads by example—responsive, collaborative, technically sound, and commercially savvy.

What you can expect to do here:

• Take full ownership of all construction project management activities, ensuring deliverables are executed with quality, efficiency, and on budget.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams through all project phases—conceptual, functional, and detailed design—while overseeing technical specifications, quantities, and cost estimates.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality assurance and control procedures across all project stages.
• Act as the primary point of contact with clients and internal teams, managing expectations, maintaining relationships, and ensuring effective communication.
• Provide leadership in issue resolution, ensuring rapid response and mitigation strategies are applied to project challenges.
• Oversee and review project schedules, focusing on critical path activities and major milestones to ensure timely project delivery.
• Participate in and lead proposal development, cost estimation, and budgeting for pursuits and ongoing projects.
• Review and approve technical drawings, specifications, and presentation materials.
• Manage project budgets and scope, including change management, risk tracking, and contract compliance.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure project close-out activities are completed efficiently, with proper documentation and lessons learned captured.
• Apply commercial acumen to manage project profitability, reduce risk exposure, and improve delivery margins.
• Support internal initiatives, mentoring junior staff and contributing to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil preferred) from an accredited institution.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in a Canadian province or territory.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in Canada or abroad, with 8+ years in project management roles.
• Proven expertise in airside infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, and apron designs—experience in both rehabilitation and greenfield projects is highly valued.
• Familiarity with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), TP312 5th Edition, and international standards (ICAO, FAA).
• Knowledge of navigational aid system design and planning is a strong asset.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Skilled in developing and managing complex project schedules and programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a collaborative leadership style and the ability to mentor and motivate others.
• A strategic thinker with excellent decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated adaptability, able to manage deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project and client sites across Canada as needed.
• Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written—along with strong presentation and report-writing abilities.
• A self-starter who thrives when working on multiple complex projects with minimal supervision.