Tunnel Design Lead
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, C6A, Canada
Listed on 2026-06-18
Listing for:
WSP in Canada
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Tunnel Design Lead will guide the technical delivery of tunnelling and underground infrastructure projects across mining, hydropower, and transportation sectors, while also offering strategic influence and leading business development initiatives.
Responsibilities- Lead the technical delivery of tunnelling and underground design projects from concept through construction support.
- Serve as the primary client interface and trusted technical advisor, strengthening long‑term partnerships.
- Drive business growth by contributing to proposals, pursuits, and strategic client engagements.
- Provide expert oversight on tunnel alignment, excavation methods, ground support, and geo‑structural design.
- Champion safety, quality, constructability, and risk management across all project phases.
- Mentor and develop multidisciplinary teams, building technical depth and succession within the practice.
- Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, integrated underground solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical, or geological engineering with a focus on tunnelling (Master’s preferred).
- 15+ years of experience in tunnelling and underground infrastructure design.
- 5+ years leading or managing underground design projects.
- Proven experience as a Tunnel Design Lead on complex, multidisciplinary projects.
- Active membership with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
- Strong technical communication skills with the ability to influence clients and stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required and legally authorized to work in Canada.
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $132,700 – $175,800
- MB & ON: $121,100 – $166,700
- NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $119,900 – $159,200
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.
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