Job Information
WSP USA Director, Enterprise Architecture in Montreal, Quebec
The Opportunity:
As part of the global cloud services team and Enterprise Architecture team, the global infrastructure solutions architect is responsible for overseeing and governing the technical design and implementation of global and regional deployment of computing, storage, backup and cloud solutions that are aligned with global standards.
In this role, the incumbent will work on several global and regional design and implementation projects. They will also work in close collaboration with third parties to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
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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:
Identify and propose specific IT standards, design strategies and initiatives to align solutions with client and corporate objectives, as well as with the industry’s best practices.
Review and analyze current core IT infrastructure technology and its ability to support the company’s strategic objectives.
Translate business issues/opportunities into technical solution requirements.
Liaise with third-party suppliers to coordinate and oversee deliverables and ensure compliance with global standards, architecture, processes and procedures.
Participate in the technical governance and strategic planning of global infrastructure and operations in collaboration with Enterprise Architecture.
Collaborate on global initiatives with geographically distributed team members.
Develop technical design documentation for new initiatives to support transition to operations
What you’ll bring to WSP:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related field. Equivalent relevant experience may be taken into consideration.
7+ years of relevant experience.
Experience in managing multiple suppliers.
Excellent written and spoken English skills.
Experience in private or public cloud computing (Azure), infrastructure, IT infrastructure automation, advanced services and service delivery, including extensive experience in several technology areas (storage/infrastructure/computing/virtualization/security/applications).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Organizational skills (prioritizing, meeting deadlines, managing multiple simultaneous projects) and excellent documentation skills.
Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide solutions to identified problems.
Ability to communicate issues in a simplified manner for end users at all levels.
Experience in applying best safety practices in the design and implementation of initiatives.
#LI-Hybrid
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At WSP :
We value our people and our reputation
We are locally dedicated with international scale
We are future focused and challenge the status quo
We foster collaboration in everything we do
We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
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.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)