Lead, Digital Advisory

What if you could redefine what's possible? 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 Build the future with us. As a Digital Advisory Lead, you will drive transformative digital strategies across advisory engineering, planning, and infrastructure portfolios. This role shapes client and helps these clients thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Your Impact Lead the development and rollout of digital advisory strategies across planning, advisory, asset management, and infrastructure projects. Bridge technical and business leadership by shaping a cohesive digital advisory go-to-market strategy, engaging directly with clients and driving growth of the service offering. Guide the integration of digital solutions and technologies into planning, advisory, design, and operations workflows. Collaborate with executive and senior leadership to align digital strategy with business needs and client outcomes. Oversee execution of digital initiatives, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and budget. Develop and mentor a team of digital specialists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Build strong client relationships and provide trusted strategic guidance on digital transformation. Monitor emerging technologies and advise on future‑ready digital solutions that drive sustainability and performance. Lead the preparation of digital proposals, pursuits, and presentations showcasing WSP’s digital leadership. The Skills That Set You Apart Bachelor's or Master’s degree in management, planning, GIS, engineering, computer science, or related discipline (Master’s preferred). 10+ years in digital transformation, engineering consulting, or advisory environments. Strong combination of technical expertise and commercial acumen, with experience supporting the growth and positionin of digital or technnology-enabled service offerings. Proven experience working with clients on digital initiatives, managing large multidisciplinary teams, and delivering innovative digital solutions. Expertise in BIM, AI, IoT, cloud platforms, digital twins, automation, PMIS, and analytics tools. Strong ability to lead organizational change, build alignment across functions, and empower digital teams. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex digital concepts into compelling value for executive, technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to align digital strategy with real‑world project, business outcomes, and market needs. 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 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: $122,900 – $162,800 MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $104,500 – $140,700 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. 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.

The Lead, Digital Advisory will drive transformative digital strategies across engineering, planning, and infrastructure portfolios, guiding the integration of technologies like BIM, AI, and IoT into various workflows. This role involves overseeing digital initiatives, mentoring specialists, building client relationships, and leading the preparation of digital proposals.

Candidates must possess 10+ years of experience in digital transformation, engineering consulting, or advisory roles, holding at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. Essential skills include proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams, expertise in technologies like BIM and AI, and the ability to lead organizational change and align digital strategy with business outcomes.

• Asset ManagementPreferred
• Client Relationship ManagementPreferred

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• Digital Strategy
• BIM
• AI
• IoT
• Data Analytics
• Cloud Platforms
• Asset Management
• Executive Collaboration
• Project Execution
• Team Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Digital Transformation
• Digital Twins
• Automation
• PMIS
• Change Leadership

• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Engineering
• Data & Analytics
• Technology

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week