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Technical Director, Instrumentation and Monitoring EngineeringWSP in Canada • Markham, York Region, CA
Technical Director, Instrumentation and Monitoring Engineering

Technical Director, Instrumentation and Monitoring Engineering

WSP in Canada • Markham, York Region, CA
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Opportunity

Lead with Vision – As Technical Director, you’ll set the strategic direction for monitoring and instrumentation across WSP, driving innovation and technical excellence on complex, multidisciplinary projects. This is a leadership role where you’ll shape the vision, mentor high‑performing teams, and represent WSP as a thought leader in the industry.

Your Impact

  • Define and implement the strategic vision for monitoring and instrumentation, aligning with organizational goals and industry trends.
  • Oversee design, deployment, and management of advanced instrumentation systems for large‑scale projects.
  • Establish technical standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes.
  • Provide expert guidance on complex challenges, risk management, and troubleshooting.
  • Foster innovation by integrating emerging technologies and methodologies.
  • Build, mentor, and lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring succession planning and professional development.
  • Represent WSP in high‑level client engagements, industry forums, and technical conferences.
  • Oversee major proposals, project plans, and technical reports to ensure excellence and compliance.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in instrumentation and monitoring, with significant leadership responsibilities.
  • Recognized expertise in complex monitoring systems and technical innovation.
  • Proven ability to lead large teams and manage multiple concurrent projects.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or equivalent.
  • Strong business acumen with experience in budgeting, resource planning, and client relationship management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • 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
  • Transform Your Future

    Ready to lead innovation and shape the future of monitoring and instrumentation? Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career with WSP.

    Compensation

    BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT : $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.

    About Us

    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.

  • 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.

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