Lead Designer, Design Support

Job Description What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP The Opportunity Shape the World Around You As a Senior Civil Design Technician, you will play a critical role in transforming complex civil and environmental concepts into constructible realities. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will help design infrastructure that supports resilient communities across British Columbia (Vancouver, Kelowna, Victoria), Alberta (Calgary, Edmonton), or Ontario (GTA)—bringing purpose, precision, and impact to every project. Your Impact Interpret topographic survey data, field notes, and engineering inputs to produce accurate, high‑quality civil design drawings. Develop and manage advanced Civil 3D models that support design analysis and infrastructure layouts. Lead drafting and design components on large, multidisciplinary projects while ensuring compliance with WSP CAD standards and quality processes. Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to deliver complete, coordinated design packages. Mentor junior and intermediate designers, strengthening technical capability and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Integrate WSP’s Life‑Saving Rules into daily work, prioritizing safety in both office and field environments. The Skills That Set You Apart Diploma or CAD certificate with 8+ years of civil, environmental, or related drafting/design experience. Minimum 8 years of hands‑on Civil 3D experience, with a strong commitment to CAD standards and quality control. Proven ability to prepare complete drawing packages using survey data, client information, and field notes with minimal supervision. Strong analytical skills, including advanced calculations and data manipulation in Excel to support engineering workflows. Experience with additional tools such as Plant 3D, Revit, ReCap, Vulcan, MinePlan, Global Mapper, Surfer, gINT, OpenGround, MicroStation, Autodesk Construction Cloud is considered an asset. Fluency in French is an asset. Why Choose WSP? Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours. Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP Compensation: AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000 MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 – $124,900 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Ready to Shape the Future? Join WSP and help redefine what’s possible—for communities, clients, and your career. About Us At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose. Join us. 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. Full details here . Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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. Full details here .

Transform complex civil and environmental concepts into constructible realities by producing high-quality design drawings and advanced Civil 3D models. Lead drafting components on multidisciplinary projects and mentor junior designers to strengthen technical capabilities.

Requires a diploma or CAD certificate with at least 8 years of civil drafting experience and 8 years of hands-on Civil 3D expertise. Candidates should be proficient in preparing complete drawing packages and utilizing Excel for engineering workflows.

• Flexible work • Work-life balance

• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Civil 3D
• Civil Design
• Drafting
• Topographic Survey Data Interpretation
• CAD Standards
• Excel
• Project Coordination
• Mentoring
• Plant 3D
• Revit
• ReCap
• Vulcan
• MinePlan
• Global Mapper
• Surfer
• MicroStation

• Engineering
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Consulting
• Art & Design

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Aug 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level