WSP in Africa

Senior Water Resources Stormwater Management Engineer

WSP in Africa  •  $85k - $124k/yr  •  Canada (Onsite)  •  2 months 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

Build the Future With Us.
As a Senior Water Resources / Stormwater Management Engineer (Project Manager), you’ll lead high‑impact stormwater, watershed, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering projects that shape resilient communities across Ontario and Canada. You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, mentor talent, and bring forward technical solutions that help clients solve complex water challenges.

Your Impact

  • Coordinate and manage water resources and stormwater management projects for diverse clients and sectors.
  • Lead all aspects of project management, including scope, schedule, budget, invoicing, deliverables, and subconsultant coordination.
  • Mentor junior and intermediate engineers and technicians, supporting their technical and professional growth.
  • Serve as subject matter expert and, where appropriate, Engineer of Record on designated assignments.
  • Prepare, compile, review, and present technical studies, analyses, memoranda, and engineering reports.
  • Support design development of stormwater management facilities, channel rehabilitations, hydraulic structures, and related water resources infrastructure.
  • Prepare and review tender documentation including technical specifications and bid packages.
  • Convey project findings clearly in written reports, stakeholder meetings, interviews, and presentations.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • 8+ years of water resources and stormwater management relevant engineering experience, ideally within consulting.

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.

  • Demonstrated project management experience overseeing varied water resources projects; PMP certification is an asset.

  • Strong technical writing skills and experience presenting at public meetings or stakeholder sessions.

  • Knowledge of Master Plans and Municipal Class Environmental Assessments.

  • Experience with stormwater quantity and quality control design across transportation, rail, private development, and municipal infrastructure.

  • Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modelling tools including HEC‑RAS, PCSWMM, and Visual OTTHYMO; experience with InfoWorks ICM is an asset.

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.
#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:
$93,700 – $124,200

MB & ON:
$85,500 – $117,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC:
$84,700 – $112,400

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 ready to lead meaningful water resources work that strengthens climate resilience and shapes sustainable communities, we’d love to connect. Apply today and take the next step in redefining what’s possible.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP

  • We value our people and our reputation
  • We are locally dedicated with international scale
  • We are future focused and challenge the status quo
  • We foster collaboration in everything we do
  • We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable


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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

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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