• Job Description

  Req#: 69018

  The Opportunity:

  WSP is currently seeking a Co-op Student, Transportation Planning to join our Transportation Planning department in our offices across the GTA. This position will be involved in a broad range of transportation planning and traffic engineering projects. Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for working on projects for municipal and provincial government focusing on a range of environmental assessment studies, transportation master plans, preliminary design, functional design/feasibility studies, traffic analyses, as well as multi-modal planning projects including transit and active transportation.

  Why choose WSP?

  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
  • Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
  • Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
  • Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
  • A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

  We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

  #WeAreWSP

  What you can expect to do here:

  • Working with a team of transportation engineers, planners and designers to assess transportation conditions and needs;
  • Analyzing and reviewing transportation data, land use information, relevant planning policies, and background planning documents;
  • Applying best practice engineering principles and undertaking engineering calculations, analyses and studies as required for the design and implementation of transportation and transit projects;
  • Preparation of roadway and other drawing details using AutoCAD;
  • Liaising with project team members (multi-disciplinary team), clients, stakeholders, and the public;
  • Preparing for, attending and participating in client meetings;
  • Preparing for and participating in public and stakeholder consultation and engagement activities;
  • Preparation of graphics, technical memos, and reports to communicate technical results and recommendations;
  • Preparing transportation infrastructure inventories including occasional site visits;
  • Other duties as assigned/required.

  What you’ll bring to WSP:

  • Studying for an Undergraduate Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or Planning from an accredited university;
  • Ability to work in a team environment and perform duties with minimal supervision;
  • Previous experience in transportation planning is desirable;
  • Experience in the use of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD is desirable;
  • Knowledge of transportation planning principles;
  • Knowledge of the Planning Act, Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process, MTO, TAC, and OTM design procedures/ guidelines and standards;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the ability to prepare and present technical reports, research, and analysis;
  • Valid Ontario driver’s license as asset.

• About the company

  WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

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