Senior Civil Engineer, Rail and Transit

About the Role

Join a team delivering transformative transit and rail infrastructure across the Greater Toronto Area, applying civil engineering expertise to complex, multidisciplinary projects that shape the future of mobility and improve Ontario communities. In this role you will design civil infrastructure for major transit programs, develop engineering calculations, reports, specifications and cost estimates, and review the work of other engineers to ensure accuracy, constructability and compliance. You will collaborate with Track, Structural, Buildings, Systems and Environmental teams, conduct field reviews, and support construction with technical expertise while identifying risks and mitigation strategies. • Design civil infrastructure for major transit programs, including roadways, utilities, stormwater and grading. • Produce engineering designs, calculations, reports, specifications and cost estimates. • Review and guide the work of engineers and designers to ensure accuracy and constructability. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams such as Track, Structural, Buildings, Systems and Environmental. • Conduct field reviews of civil works and provide technical support during construction. • Identify design risks and support mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost impacts. • Apply Metrolinx, City of Toronto and other authority requirements to deliver compliant infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸civil design
• ▸cost estimates
• ▸design review
• ▸field reviews
• ▸risk mitigation
• ▸compliance

What You Bring

The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of hands‑on experience delivering civil designs for rail, transit or complex urban projects, deep knowledge of municipal and rail standards such as Metrolinx DRM and City of Toronto guidelines, and a P.Eng. licence in Ontario. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office is required, with MicroStation or InRoads considered an asset, and the ability to thrive in multidisciplinary environments. At WSP we value our people and reputation, operate locally with international scale, focus on the future, foster collaboration, and maintain an empowering, accountable culture. Health, Safety & Environment policies are paramount, and field‑work positions require the ability to perform key physical tasks safely. • Bring 10+ years of civil design experience for rail, transit or complex urban infrastructure projects. • Hold a P.Eng. licence in Ontario and have experience working with Metrolinx and the City of Toronto. • Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office; MicroStation or InRoads is a plus. • Thrive in multidisciplinary environments and deliver high‑quality work that improves communities.

Requirements

• ▸p.eng.
• ▸autocad
• ▸civil 3d
• ▸microstation
• ▸inroads
• ▸10+ years

Benefits

WSP offers a purpose‑driven culture that values people, collaboration and innovation, flexible work arrangements, and limitless career opportunities across Canada and globally. As a Top 100 Canadian employer, we provide a supportive environment where mentors, ideas and new paths are always within reach. Compensation varies by province, ranging from $122,100 to $179,100, with final salary based on education, experience, certifications, seniority, location and business needs. WSP welcomes applications from people with disabilities, offers accommodations throughout the selection process, and is committed to employment equity. Only selected candidates will be contacted. • Benefit from flexible work arrangements, national and global career opportunities, and a Top 100 Canadian employer reputation.

Work Environment

Hybrid