Utilities Lead - Rail and Transit

WSP•Markham, ON

17h•CA$112,100 - CA$154,400•Hybrid

About The Position

Shape the future of transit infrastructure as a Utilities Lead with our award-winning Rail & Transit team in the Greater Toronto Area. In this role, you will lead utilities planning and execution across major transit projects, guiding complex relocations, influencing strategy, and mentoring emerging talent — all while delivering infrastructure that transforms how people move through our cities.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Architecture
10+ years of experience in utilities investigation and design for large-scale infrastructure projects
Proven experience delivering transit or transportation projects with agencies such as MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, or municipalities
Strong knowledge of Ontario’s legal and regulatory framework for utilities and civil infrastructure
Experience with alternative delivery models such as Design-Build or Progressive Design-Build
Demonstrated leadership ability with experience guiding teams in a consulting environment

Nice To Haves

PMP certification and familiarity with the TPAP process are considered strong assets

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of comprehensive Utilities Plans that reduce risk and ensure regulatory compliance
Oversee utility investigations, design coordination, and relocation activities across all project phases
Integrate utilities work seamlessly into multidisciplinary project schedules and delivery strategies
Engage stakeholders, negotiate solutions, and drive alignment to achieve efficient, cost-effective outcomes
Review and validate designs to ensure alignment with project objectives, standards, and regulatory frameworks
Mentor junior team members and foster technical excellence across project teams
Contribute to the successful delivery of transformative transit infrastructure connecting communities