WSP in Africa

Project Management & Performance Director

WSP in Africa  •  $160k - $234k/yr  •  Canada (Hybrid)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

You want Purpose Growth Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers We are WSP

The Opportunity

WSPis looking for a Project Management & Performance Director to join the Global Operational Performance team. The role will report to the Director – Global Operational Performance and plays a key part in supporting Project Delivery Excellence (PDE) across the organization.

The incumbent will primarily support project controls and project management practices by contributing to the preparation of guidelines, procedures, and materials supporting global working groups across regions. Acting as a trusted advisor to project delivery teams, the role brings practical expertise in project controls, and management, supporting the consistent adoption of global framework.

In a secondary capacity, the incumbent will provide analytical support to the global operational performance function, including project performance reporting, data validation, consolidation, and executive-level insights. The role requires strong analytical skills as well as the ability to support alignment across regions.

This is a collaborative, highvisibility role offering exposure to global operations and finance leadership and opportunities for professional growth.

Where Your Ideas Matter – If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this role offers the chance to work on projects that push boundaries and impact communities worldwide. Be part of a team that values your ideas, expertise, and growth.

Your Impact

Project Delivery Excellence (PDE):

  • Support PDE initiatives such as the development of Global Guidelines and tools

  • Provide specific Project Management and Project Controls expertise in support to the development of PDE tools, processes and procedures

  • Assist with the preparation of working group materials and analytical inputs

  • Support collaboration with project delivery community, helping consolidate input and facilitate alignment

  • Contribute to defined analytical components or small workstreams supporting PDE initiatives

  • Promote continuous improvement and support change management initiatives

Project Performance Support:

  • Contribute to the development, enhancement and use of performance dashboards and reporting, in collaboration with BI teams.

  • Support Global Project Performance Review meetings with regions, including meeting preparation, coordination, and quarterly performance reporting.

  • Provide ad hoc analytical support to management to support decisionmaking, performance insights, and issue resolution.

The skills that set you apart

  • University degree in accounting, engineering, or related field

  • 10-15 years of experience in a similar position;

  • Experience in Project Management or Project Control roles

  • Strong analytical and technical skills, with the ability to summarize and interpret complex data;

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft tools, particularly Excel (pivot tables, advanced analysis)

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities;

  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and communicate insights clearly

  • Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and critical thinking

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (English required; French an asset)

  • Knowledge of Power BI an asset

  • Bilingualism (English-French) because the individual will frequently be involved with English-speaking partners internationally.

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’ll 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.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $177,000 – $234,400
MB & ON: $161,500 - $222,300
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $159,900 – $212,300

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

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At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here

WSP in Africa

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.​

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.​

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

#WeAreWSP

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1885
Website
wsp.com
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