Director, Rail & Transit - Western Canada
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
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We are Visioneers. We are WSP.The OpportunityInnovate and Lead - WSP's Rail & Transit - Western Canada practice is seeking a Director to lead a multidisciplinary group of approximately 35 professionals based in Alberta. This team spans Project Management, Digital Tools, Communications / SCADA, and Signalling, delivering transformative transit and rail solutions across the region. Reporting to the Rail & Transit West VP, this strategic leadership role blends Business Development and Operational Excellence, shaping the future of mobility in Western Canada.Your Impact
- Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team to deliver complex rail and transit projects that enhance connectivity and sustainability.
- Drive business development initiatives, cultivating client relationships and securing strategic opportunities that align with WSP's vision.
- Oversee operational performance, ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and financial targets while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
- Champion innovation, integrating digital tools and advanced technologies to optimise project delivery and client outcomes.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, contributing to strategic planning and positioning WSP as a market leader in Western Canada's rail and transit sector.
- Represent WSP at industry forums, reinforcing our reputation as a trusted advisor and thought leader in transit and rail.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in rail and transit, with a strong track record in leadership and project delivery.
- Significant experience winning work, including client engagement, capture planning, proposal leadership, and strategic growth planning.
- Proven ability to manage large and complex projects, or a portfolio of projects, within a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with development of digital tools and systems engineering (communications, signalling, SCADA) is preferred.
- Demonstrable passion for leveraging innovation in project delivery.
- Business acumen and experience in budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance management.
- Professional engineering designation or equivalent credentials preferred.
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