Consultant Structural Engineer - Buildings
About the job
- A Master’s or PhD degree in Structural Engineering.
- Three to five years of relevant post-education experience in structural engineering.
- Proficiency in structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and applying them to project work-related issues.
- Experience with design and construction management, including active involvement in rehabilitation and new design projects.
- Working knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Ability to make technical computations and calculations using engineering principles, understand plans and specifications, and compare facts with applicable regulations.
- Project management experience with small- to mid-level projects, including tracking project hours and expenses.
- Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations related to construction and design of buildings, facilities, or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members while adhering to quality assurance and quality control requirements.
- Proficiency in technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software such as RAM Concept and ETABS, technology, mathematics, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge, interpret testing results, collate data, perform statistical analysis, and reach effective, economical, and logical solutions.
- Ability to direct subcontractors and others in the field to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
- A track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with workplace health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- Determine methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
- Perform structural engineering work and research and inspect proposed and existing site conditions, resources, buildings, and infrastructure to assess compliance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Develop construction plans and specifications.
- Develop or incorporate advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies that support end-user safety and functionality, account for transportation vehicles and systems, and incorporate future-ready solutions in accordance with structural engineering design standards.
- Execute work on multiple concurrent projects individually or with cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals; assist with laying out installations, establishing reference points, elevations, and grades, selecting durable materials, calculating costs and quantities of materials, equipment, and labor, and ensuring work conforms to specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memoranda.
- Verify site characteristics and provide technical guidance on securing structural soundness against loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence.
- Prepare data visualizations and materials, including tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations, to interpret or present data, findings, or analyses.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
- Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects.
- Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations explaining research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design or construction issues or opportunities.
- Assist in analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting site investigation data and contribute to action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.
- Comply with regulatory requirements concerning data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention.
- Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a professional manner.
- Remain current in structural engineering techniques and practices.
- Collaborate with engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on federally, state-, regionally, locally, and privately funded improvement and development projects.
- Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with the company’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- A Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering.
- Essential professional licensure or certification.
- Experience managing small- to mid-size projects.
About the company
WSP is a global engineering consulting firm that provides technical and strategic advisory services across transportation, buildings, environment, energy, and resources. It helps governments, private firms, and nonprofits plan, design, manage, and engineer infrastructure projects that support communities. The company works through multidisciplinary teams delivering project-based contracts and long-term advisory engagements, with services spanning planning, design, management, and engineering. It differentiates itself through its worldwide footprint, breadth of expertise across multiple sectors, and ability to provide end-to-end solutions from initial planning to implementation and operations. WSP’s goal is to enable sustainable, resilient infrastructure that helps communities thrive by delivering reliable and efficient systems.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Oslo, Norway
Founded
1959
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What believers are saying
- On October 1, 2026, WSP signed GCM Corpo, adding 600 energy specialists.
- WSP also won King Fahd International Airport design, targeting 32 million passengers.
- The September 24, 2026 U.S. leadership transition kept Joe Sczurko advising through year-end.
What critics are saying
- WSP withdrew its Arcadis offer on September 22, 2026 after regulatory friction.
- The TRC deal added billions of debt and integration strain in 2026.
- If project wins slow, TRC leverage can choke cash and force divestitures.
What makes WSP unique
- WSP spans 50-plus countries, serving transportation, buildings, energy, water, mining, and metals.
- Its acquisition engine adds specialist boutiques like TRC, Hulley Kirkwood, and GCM Corpo.
- WSP wins complex public infrastructure work, like MTA Hudson Line resilience and KFIA expansion.
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↑ 11%WSP Global buying Canadian engineering consulting firm GCM Corpo. Published: October 01, 2026 at 12:49p.m. EDT MONTREAL - WSP Global Inc. says it has signed a deal to buy GCM Corpo Inc., a Canadian engineering consulting firm focused on the energy and industrial sectors. Financial terms of the agreement were not immediately available, though WSP says part of the payment to the sellers, including Fonds de solidarité FTQ, will be made in WSP shares. GCM Corpo has about 600 professionals and serves clients in a broad range of markets, including energy, industrial, and mining and metals. WSP says the acquisition will grow its core engineering consulting business in Canada and broaden access to clients in the energy and industrial sectors. WSP CEO Alexandre L'Heureux says GCM Corpo is highly complementary to WSP and a strong strategic fit. The deal, which is expected to close in the fourth quarter of this year, is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 1, 2026.
MONTREAL, Oct. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) (“WSP”), one of the world’s leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms,…
WSP acquires 73-year-old Glasgow consultancy with 120 staff. By Scott Reid Published 29th Sep 2026, 11:26 BST Updated 29th Sep 2026, 11:26 BST "Hulley & Kirkwood has built its reputation over many decades on technical competence, practical delivery and trusted client relationships" - Colin Lindsay, financial director. Global engineering and infrastructure consultancy WSP has bolstered its Scottish presence after acquiring Glasgow-based practice Hulley & Kirkwood. Founded in Glasgow in 1953, Hulley & Kirkwood employs about 120 people across the UK and has a particularly strong presence in Scotland, where it operates from offices in its home city and Edinburgh. The business specialises in mechanical, electrical and public health building services, with expertise across the healthcare, defence, commercial, education and government sectors. Bosses said the acquisition, on undisclosed terms, would bring together Hulley & Kirkwood's specialist building services expertise with WSP's broader multidisciplinary offer, strengthening WSP's healthcare and defence capabilities while enhancing its UK regional presence, particularly in Scotland. You May Like Canadian giant WSP has more than 12,000 staff in the UK and Ireland and a global workforce in the region of 83,000, across 50-plus countries. Paul Reilly, president and managing director for the UK & Ireland at WSP, said: "Completing the acquisition of Hulley & Kirkwood is an important step in strengthening our building services expertise in the UK. Hulley & Kirkwood brings a strong technical reputation, deep sector expertise and an established regional presence, particularly in Scotland. "I'm pleased to welcome our new colleagues to WSP and look forward to the opportunities we will create together for our clients and our people." Andy Temple, executive managing director for property and buildings in the UK & Ireland, WSP, said: "Hulley & Kirkwood is a strong strategic fit for our property and buildings business. Its expertise in mechanical, electrical and public health engineering, combined with a strong track record in sectors including healthcare, education, commercial and government, will enhance our ability to deliver high-quality, integrated solutions for clients across the UK. "The acquisition also strengthens our presence in key regional markets and supports our continued growth in building services." Michael O'Donnell, director at Hulley & Kirkwood, said: "We have amazingly talented and many long-serving engineers at Hulley & Kirkwood because we put staff first when it comes to personal development and career progression. "We believe this acquisition by WSP will provide incredible new opportunities for everyone in the business to fulfil their potential and realise their ambitions within a global organisation that, like Hulley & Kirkwood, has always valued excellent service and local delivery for all clients." Colin Lindsay, financial director at Hulley & Kirkwood, added: "Hulley & Kirkwood has built its reputation over many decades on technical competence, practical delivery and trusted client relationships. Joining WSP will bring together complementary expertise and create new opportunities for our people and clients, while maintaining the hands-on, pragmatic approach that has always been central to how we work." Hulley & Kirkwood can trace its roots back to April 1953, when electrical engineer John "Jack" Hulley and mechanical engineer Ian Kirkwood formed a partnership to start a practice of electrical, heating and ventilation consultants with offices in Elmbank Crescent, Glasgow. With the growing number of major projects in Edinburgh the first Hulley & Kirkwood regional office was opened in 1986 giving a local presence in the Scottish capital. Notable projects completed during the 1980s included St John's Hospital in Livingston, IBM Spango Valley manufacturing and office facilities in Greenock, the Sauchiehall Street shopping centre and the Scottish Event & Conference Centre (SECC) in Glasgow. In 1991, the firm was incorporated and registered as a limited company.
UPDATE: WSP to host Power & Energy-focused investor event virtually only. MONTREAL, Sept. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - WSP Global Inc., one of the world's leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms, announces that its Power & Energy event, originally planned to be held in New York City, will instead be conducted entirely virtually due to anticipated weather conditions. The event is still scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026, and may be accessed via live webcast at 9:00 a.m. ET. Registration is open through https://www.wsp.com/en-gl/investors. A replay will be available after the event in the Investors section of wsp.com. About WSP WSP is one of the world's leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms, uniting its multidisciplinary expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, WSP operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 83,000 professionals, known as Visioneers. Together, they pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, mining, and metals sectors. WSP is publicly listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: WSP). | For more information, please contact: | | Quentin Weber Global Head, Investor Relations +1 438-843-7519 [email protected] |
WSP U.S. Leadership announcement. MONTREAL, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) ("WSP" or the "Corporation"), one of the world's leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms, today announces that Joseph (Joe) Sczurko will be retiring from WSP at the end of 2026 following a distinguished career spanning 40 years in the engineering and professional services industry. He joined WSP through the acquisition of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business while serving as its CEO, bringing deep industry experience and a strong leadership track record. "Joe's leadership has been instrumental in strengthening WSP's position as one of the leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms in the United States," said Alexandre L'Heureux, President and CEO of WSP. "Throughout his career, he has championed a people-first culture, fostered strong client relationships, and guided the business through a period of significant growth and transformation. We are deeply grateful for his contributions and wish him every success in his retirement." During Joe Sczurko's tenure, the U.S. business has continued to build momentum across key sectors and regions, anchored by WSP's commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration. "It has been a privilege to lead this remarkable part of the organization and work alongside such talented professionals," said Joe Sczurko. "I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and am confident the business is well positioned for continued success. I thank the executive leadership of WSP and the great people that have supported me." To ensure a seamless leadership transition, Katus Watson, Chief Operating Officer for WSP in the U.S., has been appointed interim WSP U.S. Region President, effective October 1, 2026. Joe Sczurko will continue to serve as an advisor until December 31st, 2026, and will support the transition. As an accomplished engineering executive with 30 years of leadership experience, Katus Watson has a track record of driving performance, supporting complex project delivery, and building high-performing teams. He currently oversees operational performance and advances strategic priorities across the WSP U.S. business. Katus Watson will continue to work closely with WSP's executive leadership team to advance the firm's strategic priorities and maintain its focus on client service, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. WSP is one of the world's leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms, uniting its multidisciplinary expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, WSP operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 83,000 professionals known as Visioneers. Together they pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, and mining and metals sectors. WSP is publicly listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: WSP) Alain Michaud Chief Financial Officer WSP Global Inc. [email protected] Phone: 438-843-7317