Designer, Land Development
WSP · Thornhill
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The Opportunity
Shape Something Different — You're not just looking for another job – you want to shape something. This is your chance to make an impact as a Civil Designer with a team that thrives on curiosity, connection, and collaboration.
Based in one of our Greater Toronto Area offices and reporting to the Land Development Manager, you'll contribute to preliminary and detailed civil design and project coordination for greenfield, brownfield, and infill land development projects across Ontario, with a particular focus on the Greater Toronto Area. This opportunity offers broad design exposure and a strong foundation for continued career growth within WSP's Land Development team.
Your Impact
Contribute civil design solutions within collaborative, multidisciplinary teams delivering complex land development projects.
Produce concept, preliminary, detailed, tender, construction, and as-constructed drawings, including plans and profiles, sections, and details.
Design practical infrastructure solutions that support resilient, connected, and sustainable communities across Ontario.
Prepare clear technical reports, contract documents, and project records that support informed decisions and quality delivery.
Collaborate in project planning and coordination to help teams meet client commitments, schedules, and project objectives.
Develop presentation materials and proposals, and contribute field observations that connect design intent with real-world conditions.
The Skills That Set You Apart
A degree in civil engineering from an accredited university or college, supported by coursework in urban water systems, municipal infrastructure, construction engineering, hydrology, and transportation or transit.
Ideally, 1–3 years of relevant experience supporting civil engineering design or land development projects.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, with the ability to contribute to accurate engineering drawings and design packages, is an asset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Project is an asset.
Ability to interpret technical information, coordinate details, and communicate design considerations clearly in a multidisciplinary project environment.
Readiness to complete field assignments as required; a valid Ontario driver's licence is an asset.
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'll 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.
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Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 - $102,500
MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $69,900 - $92,900
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.
Turn Plans into Places People Call Home
Bring your civil design perspective to land development projects that shape how communities grow across Ontario. Help transform thoughtful plans into future-ready neighbourhoods.
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. Redefine what’s possible.