75 Highway Design jobs in Canada

Job Description

* Opportunity to build a road & highway design practice within a successful and growing company. * Opportunity to work on major, multibillion-dollar projects. * Chance to have an impact and lead a small, rapidly growing team. * Flexible hours, located downtown Toronto.   Design is powerful. The work we do as engineers, architects, planners and construction professionals reshapes environments, reinvents spaces, and strengthens communities for a better, more sustainable world. None of this happens if we stand still, are complacent, or resign ourselves to accepting the status quo.   At Gannett Fleming ( , we are looking for talented professionals that will join us as we deliver innovation, leadership, and results to our clients. Since our inception, over 100 years ago, we’ve remained agile, and offer a client-centric focus, that most larger firms simply cannot provide.   We want to do great things; we need your help   As our new Senior Road & Highway Engineer (Design Lead), your main objective is to establish and grow our roads & highway design practice within our Toronto office. Under your leadership, we will reinforce and expand our presence in the Greater Toronto Area, establish a strategic market position, and align with client needs. You’ll serve as a project manager and technical expert, as you oversee a small, growing team to deliver critical projects.   We are currently engaged in exciting, transformative projects in the GTA with major clients including Metrolinx and the TTC. Your work will contribute directly to the success of these, and other projects.     When you’re not engaged in design work, technical review and evaluation, and project management, you’ll serve as a main point of contact for our clients. A large part of your role will be to serve as a representative of our company, build our business, and win new projects. Your big-picture understanding of our business, and ability to build strong client relationships based on trust and mutual benefit will be critical.   You’re a natural leader, entrepreneurial and tenacious by nature. You have a drive to build and develop teams, and relish the opportunity to deliver guidance and expertise to junior team members. As a people-oriented person, with a keen ability to communicate and engage a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, you’re well equipped for success in this role.   You will: * Perform engineering design tasks for roadway and highway projects from preliminary to final design. * Perform geometric design and 3D modeling, develop alignment plans, profiles, cross-sections, super-elevation and grading design and construction staging. * Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare permit documents and construction bid packages. * Establish working relationships and contact with client technical staff and project managers. * Provide engineering design services for traditional design-bid-build projects and design-build road and highway projects. * Mentor and assist junior engineers in developing their skills and project deliverables * Coordinate design activities and meetings between design staff, subconsultants, and client managers. * Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost and scheduling performance. * Identify schedule and cost variances and develop and implement recommendations for corrective action. * Participate in projects by completing tasks within schedule and budget with teams comprised of different disciplines.   Working with Gannett Fleming   With 40 offices across North America, and a team comprised of 2500 employees globally, Gannett Fleming has a far-reaching impact in the industry. All of our achievements would have been impossible without our exceptional staff. We continue to invest in in hiring, training, and developing our team because we understand the value of retaining top talent. You’ll be joining an exceptional group of engineers who are invested in their work and are committed to delivering quality.    Our Canadian operations continue to evolve, with 50 plus employees, across multiple disciplines, with two offices in the greater Toronto area. You won’t feel like a number at Gannett Fleming. Our leadership team will know your name, know your work, and appreciate everything you contribute to the business.    * Competitive benefits package. * 3+ weeks’ vacation (negotiable depending on experience) * RRSP matching. * Paid attendance at one conference/professional development event per year.   This position entails 40 hours per week, and generally requires availability between 9am and 3pm with flexibility. During peak activity, there will be some overtime required, and meeting with clients will not strictly happen 9-5.   We have many international offices, and while you won’t be required to travel, there will be opportunities to collaborate with our other teams, including with our new office in Vancouver.   Qualifications   * Degree in Civil Engineering (post-graduate degree is an asset) * Registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), licensed in Ontario. * 10+ years of engineering experience in Ontario roadway and highway design. * Experience in managing a team of engineering professionals, leading design teams, and mentoring junior engineers is an asset. * Experience with project management (building project teams, managing project staffing, forecasting and managing budget/cost/project schedule) * Experience in client relations, business development and generating business leads. * Experience building project teams and managing project staffing. * Full and in-depth familiarity with AutoCAD design software is required. * Experience with MicroStation, InRoads, and Civil3D is desirable. * MTO experience is desirable.   How to Apply   Please submit your application online, via the Fitzii platform.   We strive to build diverse teams that reflect the community, and encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities.  If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us using the “Help” button.   We will review all applications, and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Principal, Senior Associates & Associates (P & A) fulfil key leadership roles at Entuitive. You are a team player who internally and externally socialize what it means to be Entuitive and who positively contribute to the betterment of this firm. The degree to which an individual contributes to, leads, or proactively drives a portion of the business defines the role of a Leader at Entuitive.

As a Leader in Transportation, you will have an aptitude for business development and maintaining, as well as building new client relationships. The successful individual is expected to be an independent leader and entrepreneurial, a subject matter expert of transportation structures, bridge structures, and/or temporary works required for construction. Experience with the design of temporary components i.e., shoring and construction sequencing, to facilitate the construction of permanent structures on transportation related projects is considered an asset.

All leaders act as subject matter experts in engineering technologies, methods, and practices by keeping current with emerging trends and market shifts in order to recommend and implement best practices and client-centric solutions. This role will typically oversee and manage a team either on a project or within a department by taking a hands-on approach and by providing guidance to ensure a high level of project delivery and service. The role will actively promote Entuitive services across all networks within the industry and communities in which we work. The Leader will ensure all work is carried out in full support of our Vision, Mission, Values and One Company culture.

What will you do?

Business Development & Client Relations

• Actively leverage existing client relationships and develop new client relationships, to grow the project portfolio.
• Actively coordinate with other individuals and groups in Entuitive for marketing and business development efforts, cross selling between disciplines, work sharing, sharing of expertise, development of technical standards etc.
• Lead as the pursuit champion, providing creative and technical input into proposal development and working closely with the marketing and proposal team to clearly demonstrate Entuitive’s capabilities.
• Maintain existing client relations by ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner and services offered exceed our clients’ expectations in terms of quality.
• Expand and strengthen Entuitive’s brand and profile by participating in industry related committees, events, programs and presentations at conferences and events. Prepare and execute presentations at applicable events and trade shows.

Technical Delivery

• Provides technical expertise to other engineers ensuring a high level of engineering by conducting technical reviews and instilling adherence to Quality Assurance through established standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Engage and implement Quality Control measures and activities supporting a continuous improvement mind set and a commitment to delivering quality work.
• Investigate and promote the use of advanced methods, techniques, technology, or processes within project teams and throughout the firm.
• Delivers designs as required and oversees mark-ups and the coordination of specifications, complying with relevant codes and standards.
• Responsible for signing and sealing drawings as needed ensuring a high level of professional integrity and a commitment to high quality standards.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Participates in corporate leadership by contributing to the structural engineering service strategy and internal committees (Technical, BD + Marketing, Production Management, quality control (QC), etc.)
• Responsible for developing staff through mentoring and providing ongoing feedback along with conducting the annual review process to grow the future leaders of the firm.
• Provides day-to-day guidance to teams ensuring a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared, and creative solutions are supported.
• Foster ‘One Company’ approach by actively collaborating with discipline leaders across services, sectors, and regions.
  
  

Project Management

• Responsible for effective project management including managing project budgets and schedules using appropriate project control methods and resourcing plans to meet the needs of project deliverables.
• Fulfill the role of a project engineer or project principal on multiple projects depending on the size and complexity of the project
• As the Project Principal, lead as Prime Consultant, Design Manager, or Discipline Project Manager, depending on the procurement model, retaining accountability for the performance of the Entuitive team throughout project delivery.
• Responsible for the review, negotiation, and adherence of the projects contract terms in collaboration with the Project Executive and Director of Operations.
• Responsible for effective project management including managing project budgets and schedules using appropriate project control methods and resourcing plans to meet the needs of project deliverables.
• Active involvement in bid support of contractors including quantity calculations, cost estimating, construction sequencing, and scheduling.
• Review and optimization of project and construction schedules.
• Design and construction administration coordination for multi-disciplinary teams.
• Responsible for client correspondence and communication including fee letters and status reports, ensuring the client and stakeholders are kept abreast of issues and resolutions are timely and well managed.
• Ensuring client requirements are monitored and satisfied throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering specializing in structural/construction engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in delivering transportation or heavy civil design and construction projects.
• P.Eng. and licensed to practice in British Columbia, licenses in other locations are considered an asset.
• Registered as a Struct. Eng., or actively working towards certification is considered an asset
• Knowledgeable of local market conditions, emerging trends, and opportunities.
• Strong business acumen, contract negotiation skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Track record of business development and bringing in new client relationships while leveraging existing accounts.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to manage complex situations with multiple stakeholders utilizing conflict resolution skills.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget within a large project team.
• Strong interpersonal and team management skills with evidence of mentorship and team development.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven client service capability along with the experience to effectively manage multiple teams simultaneously.
• The ability to effectively work remotely with teams of people who may not be at your location.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment while juggling competing priorities.
• Available for occasional travel to other Entuitive offices in Canada, and the United States.

Benefits

Why Entuitive?

• Flexible working hours, 37.5 hour work week.
• Minimum 3 days a week in office. Building strong relationships and collaborating internally is important to us!
• Commitment to staff growth through mentoring and training.
• Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and their dependents.
• Generous parental leave policy.
• RRSP matching up to 5%.
• Participation in our discretionary profit-sharing plan.

The range for this position is between $105,000 to $180,000 annually and based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the British Columbia Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful British Columbia applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in British Columbia or perform the position from British Columbia.

About Entuitive

We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued, respected, and supported. Entuitive will ensure that reasonable accommodations are made to persons with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes.

If you are excited about this opportunity and are interested in learning more about Entuitive, please check out our About Us page.

At Entuitive, we prioritize human-centric evaluation methods and do not utilize AI for screening or recruitment processes.

We’re looking for a technically strong and creative transportation engineer to support software development projects. You’ll bridge the gap between engineering and product development — helping define strategy, understand market needs, and guide the technical direction of our solutions.
️ What You’ll Do
Research market needs and support product roadmap planning
Lead technical research and analyze competitor products
Work with developers and stakeholders to translate engineering needs into product features
Create technical documentation (e.g., use cases, specs, test feedback)
Support marketing with white papers, presentations, and blog content
Assist the sales team with technical questions and client interactions
Represent the company at events, client meetings, and conferences

What You Bring
~ Bachelor’s in Transportation Engineering
~ Professional Engineer (P.Eng in Canada or PE in the US)
~3+ years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering post-license
~ Expertise in traffic signal timing, capacity studies, traffic modeling, signage
~ Strong understanding of highway design and traffic operations
~ Proficiency in Synchro, SIDRA, VISSIM, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation
~ Great communication skills and attention to detail

Bonus If You Have:
Experience taking designs from concept to final
Knowledge of modern transportation tech and industry trends
Experience presenting at conferences or writing technical content

Thanks to all the applicants in advance!

We’re looking for a technically strong and creative transportation engineer to support software development projects. You’ll bridge the gap between engineering and product development — helping define strategy, understand market needs, and guide the technical direction of our solutions.

We’re looking for a technically strong and creative transportation engineer to support software development projects. You’ll bridge the gap between engineering and product development — helping define strategy, understand market needs, and guide the technical direction of our solutions.

We’re looking for a technically strong and creative transportation engineer to support software development projects. You’ll bridge the gap between engineering and product development — helping define strategy, understand market needs, and guide the technical direction of our solutions.

We’re looking for a technically strong and creative transportation engineer to support software development projects. You’ll bridge the gap between engineering and product development — helping define strategy, understand market needs, and guide the technical direction of our solutions.