WSP Canadas Aviation team is growing and has an opportunity for an experienced Design Manager Aviation with a strong civil engineering backgroundeither a Senior Civil Engineering Technologist or a Civil Engineer experienced in airport and airfield infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone who excels in handson civil design, enjoys guiding multidisciplinary design teams, and is passionate about mentoring junior and intermediate staff. In this position, you will lead civil design for airport projects while coordinating with specialists in airfield electrical, pavements, and airport planning. You will play a key role in developing integrated, constructible, and compliant solutions that support the safe and efficient operation of airports across Canada and internationally. Why choose WSP? - ACanadiansuccess story - were proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer. - Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada. - Outstandingcareer opportunities - were growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - were open to your ideas and trying new things. - A phenomenalcollaborativeculture. Come find out for yourself what its like to be a part of our journey. We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employeefocused 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 to do here: - Lead and produce civil design for airfield and airport infrastructure, including grading, drainage, airside geometry, utilities, and site development. - Coordinate closely with design leads from other disciplinesairfield electrical, pavements, airport planningto ensure cohesive and technically integrated project delivery. - Review design work and technical documents to ensure compliance with applicable aviation standards (e.g., TP312, FAA, ICAO) and WSP quality expectations. - Support project managers by contributing to design schedules, work plans, technical reviews, risk management, and quality assurance processes. - Provide handson technical design support, helping solve complex design issues and advancing project deliverables. - Mentor, train, and support junior and intermediate civil designers, fostering skill development and highquality production within the team. - Participate in internal and external design reviews, client meetings, and coordination workshops. - Contribute to proposals, design briefs, reports, and presentations as needed. What youll bring to WSP: You may be a Senior Civil Engineering Technologist, a Civil Engineer, or a hybrid of bothwhat matters most is your aviation design experience and leadership capability. - Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering. - 10+ years of experience in civil design, preferably with significant exposure to airport or airfield engineering. - Strong technical skills in grading, drainage, utilities, and site development; experience with airfield layouts and geometric design is a strong asset. - Experience coordinating work with multiple design disciplines. - Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior and intermediate staff. - Proficiency with civil design software (e.g., Civil 3D, AviPLAN Pro) and strong understanding of CAD/BIM production workflows. - Familiarity with aviation standards such as Transport Canada TP312, FAA, and ICAO. - For engineers: P.Eng. licensure in Canada; For technologists: Canadian C.E.T. or A.Sc.T. designation (or eligibility) is an asset. Health and Safety 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 safetysensitive 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Design Manager - Aviation