Principal , Aviation Civil Engineer

Posted 2 days ago

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Shape the Future of Aviation with WSP!

At WSP, we're passionate about aviation and committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions for airports across Canada and around the world. Our Aviation Civil Engineering Team is seeking a Principal, Aviation Civil Engineer to guide a talented team of engineers and drive the successful delivery of complex airfield projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of high-profile projects, mentor emerging talent, and make a lasting impact on aviation infrastructure.

Why choose WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect do here:

Lead and manage the design and delivery of airfield and airport civil engineering projects in Canada and internationally.
Mentor and support the professional growth of intermediate and junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
Provide technical leadership in the design of airfield pavements, site grading, drainage, and airside infrastructure using Civil 3D and AviPlan.
Oversee engineering investigations, technical analyses, and the preparation of comprehensive reports and recommendations.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.
Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets while maintaining strong communication with clients and stakeholders.
Develop specifications, Plan of Construction Operations (PCOs), and preliminary cost estimates.
Support business development by preparing proposals, engaging in client presentations, and contributing to strategic pursuits.
Conduct field inspections during construction phases, including travel to project sites (some in remote locations).

What you'll bring to WSP:

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada (or the ability to obtain this designation within a reasonable timeframe).
10+ years of experience in airfield, municipal, or civil engineering design, with significant experience in airport infrastructure projects.
Proven ability to lead and mentor intermediate and junior staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, AviPlan, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong technical expertise in airfield pavement design, grading, and drainage.
Demonstrated experience managing projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to travel to project sites, including remote locations, as required.
Secret clearance on federal Canadian projects is an asset.

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.

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.