Civil Lead, Rail & Transit

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Overview

WSP is seeking a Civil Lead for our Rail & Transit Team located in Greater Toronto (GTA). The role leads multidisciplinary municipal design projects, providing technical expertise, guidance, and leadership to ensure successful execution of civil engineering tasks that meet industry standards, regulations, and project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert in civil engineering, leading and guiding the project team.
• Oversee the comprehensive scope and design management for roadway, drainage, utilities, and traffic.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and other Discipline Leads to develop detailed plans for civil engineering execution.
• Lead the development, review, and approval of engineering designs, drawings, calculations, and specifications for rail and transit projects.
• Ensure alignment with best practices, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Track progress and ensure timely delivery of high‑quality outputs.
• Implement rigorous quality control measures to meet established standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage resource allocation and budget for civil engineering tasks, identifying needs and justifying additional support.
• Identify potential risks and challenges, developing mitigation strategies to prevent delays and cost overruns.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, providing progress updates and addressing technical concerns.
• Prepare technical analyses, designs, reports, and construction cost estimates; review shop drawings.
• Coordinate field inspections, liaise with clients and agencies.
• Oversee the development of Basis of Design documents, BIM LOD documentation, combined services drawings, and specifications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including work outside normal hours when necessary.

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications

Benefits

Location

Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario, Canada

Employment Type

Full‑time, Mid‑Senior Level

EEO Statement

WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome, and encourage, people with mobility impairments and other disabilities, and accommodations are available on request during the application process. WSP subscribes to the principles of equitable employment. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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