Senior Project Manager, Utilities - Rail and Transit
WSP•Markham, ON
•CA$94,100 - CA$138,000
About The Position
Build the Future with Us Step into a role where your expertise in utilities will shape some of the most impactful rail and transit infrastructure projects in the Greater Toronto Area. As a Senior Project Manager – Utilities, you will guide complex projects from planning through execution, ensuring critical utility coordination is delivered efficiently, safely, and with lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Requirements
- University degree or college diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
- Minimum 8 years of experience in utilities investigation, coordination, or design on large infrastructure projects
- Proven experience managing utilities during the construction phase of projects
- Strong knowledge of Ontario regulations, codes, and frameworks for utilities and civil infrastructure
- Experience working with agencies such as MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, and municipal stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and review complex design drawings across disciplines
- Experience developing Utility Conflict Plans, matrices, and relocation strategies
- Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills within complex project environments
Responsibilities
- Manage utility investigations, relocations, and protection strategies from concept through construction
- Coordinate closely with utility owners and third‑party agencies (hydro, gas, telecom, municipalities) to align project delivery
- Identify and mitigate risks related to utility conflicts, ensuring minimal disruption to project scope, schedule, and cost
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate utilities solutions into broader project designs
- Review utility designs and ensure alignment with client standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
- Develop strategies for utility relocations, including contract packaging and delivery approaches
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to building strong internal capability in utilities management
Benefits
- Flexible work, real balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
