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This role provides technical leadership, manages multidisciplinary project teams, oversees project scope, schedule, budget, and quality, and builds strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The Senior Highway Project Manager also mentors junior staff and contributes to business development and the continued growth of LEA's Highway sector.\nWhy join LEA?\nLEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a 72-year history. We provide multidisciplinary engineering services across Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.\nIn the Civil Division at LEA, we specialize in the preliminary and detailed design of civil infrastructure, including land development, transit, municipal infrastructure, drainage and hydrology, water resources, highways, and provincial roads. Our expertise has contributed to numerous landmark projects across these sectors.\nAt LEA, we are committed to producing high-quality, client-focused engineering solutions while supporting the professional growth and self-realization of our people. As an employee-owned company, every team member contributes directly to LEA’s continued success and growth.\nWe’re confident that by joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:\nHas been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employerand Canada’s Top Employer for Young Peoplefor 2025 & 2026, highlighting our commitment to fostering an outstanding workplace culture and supporting the next generation of professionals.\nRecruits high-performing, motivated individualswho strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.\nIs an Employee-owned company,and almost half of our employees are shareholders.\nOffers a competitive total rewards packageof salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.\nIs continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projectsthroughout Ontario and around the world.\nAllows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hoursto maintain a healthy work-life balance.\nCultivates teamwork and collaboration, offering a variety of social eventsaimed at fostering relationships across the company, including sports leagues, game nights, special events, and volunteer/charitable opportunities.\nIs an organization that is committed to achieving our Environmental, Social & Governanceobjectives through our various committees.\nPrioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignmentsfor knowledge advancement and career growth.\nHas an entrepreneurialspirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion, taking part in meaningful projects.\nIn this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:\nDesign and Technical Work\nLead the detailed design activities for complex highway projects in compliance with the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) and the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) manuals, design standards, and guidelines.\nManage and coordinate project deliverables with the design team and provide technical guidance to Project Designers on complex design issues and day-to-day project delivery.\nDevelop quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for highway projects.\nProject Coordination & Project Management\nManage the planning, coordination, and delivery of highway projects, including project scope, schedule, resources, and budgets, to achieve project objectives and client expectations.\nRepresent LEA in project coordination meetings with clients, stakeholders, utility companies, and internal teams to support the successful delivery of high-quality project outcomes.\nLead utility coordination meetings with utility companies, representatives, and owners, and manage utility conflicts to ensure compliance with applicable design standards and guidelines.\nLead project meetings, addressing design-related queries and providing technical leadership.\nLiaise with other project discipline team members and sub-consultants to ensure seamless coordination of technical aspects throughout the project.\nMonitor project progress, identify project risks and issues, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies to support successful project delivery.\nClient Relationship Management\nDevelop and maintain positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.\nSupport business development activities, including assisting with proposals, fee estimates, and the pursuit of new project opportunities.\nField Reviews & Investigations\nLead or perform in-field reviews/investigations of existing highway conditions and provide technical recommendations, as needed.\nLeadership & Mentorship\nMentor and coach junior team members and participate in their professional growth and development plans.\nQuality & Safety\nSupport and promote a culture of health and safety by ensuring compliance with policies and proactively identifying and mitigating workplace hazards to protect the well-being of team members.\nEnsure project deliverables meet applicable quality standards, client requirements, and regulatory requirements.\nProfessional Development\nContinuously grow professional skills and knowledge through training sessions, seminars, workshops, and involvement in professional associations to stay updated on the latest trends, software, and technology.\nPerform other duties and responsibilities within the scope of the Civil Division.\nThe qualifications you need:\nBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 15 years of experience managing highway projects, including planning, design, and delivery.\nLicensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).\nRegistered in the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) Registry, Appraisal and Qualification System (RAQS) for the following categories:Detail Design - Major Reconstruction and/or Widening;\nDetail Design - Multi-Lane Arterial & Expressway - Major Reconstruction and/or Widening;\nDetail Design - Multi-Lane Arterial & Expressway - Minor Reconstruction and Resurfacing.\nPreliminary Design - Functional Planning and Design Studies.\n\nProven experience managing highway projects, including scope, schedule, cost, and risk management.\nStrong knowledge of Transportation Engineering principles and Jurisdictional Design Guidelines (e.g., TAC, MTO, OPSD, AODA).\nDemonstrated expertise in highway design principles, including alignments, geometrics, staging, utilities, roadside safety, quantity takeoffs, pavement marking, signage, and constructability.\nExperience coordinating with MTO stakeholders, navigating project approvals, and managing consultant and contractor teams.\nProficiency in industry-relevant software: AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, InRoads/OpenRoads.\nStrong understanding of MTO procurement processes and contract types (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build), including risk management strategies.\nAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and work independently with minimal oversight.\nStrong communication skills, including stakeholder engagement, report preparation, and presentations.\nKnowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements in highway projects.\nTotal Rewards at LEA\nAt LEA, we offer a total rewards package designed to support your financial well-being, health, and work-life balance, along with unique opportunities for shareholding and long-term share value growth.\nAnnual Salary Range:$140,000 - $180,000. Compensation will be based on the successful candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capabilities.\nDiscretionary Profit Sharing: LEA offers opportunities to receive a bonus payment from the profit-sharing program.\nShareholding:Unique opportunity to become a shareholder in the firm, have a voice in governance, and benefit from long-term share value growth.\nGroup Health Benefits:Comprehensive coverage including prescription drugs, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life insurance, critical illness, wellness account, travel coverage, and virtual health services.\nRetirement & Savings Plans:RRSP with employer matching and TFSA options for tax-free growth.\nPersonal Days:7 days of flexible paid time off that can be used as needed, including for personal matters or vacation.\nHybrid & Flexible Work Model:LEA operates in a hybrid environment with flex hours to ensure flexibility, safety, and well-being. Periodic attendance at our Markham/Toronto office is expected for in-person learning and collaboration.\nSocial Club:LEA has a unique, employee-co-funded social club with an annual budget of approximately $50,000 to host social events and activities that bring employees together. Many events welcome guests, with the social club covering part or all of the guest costs.\nType of Position:\nFull-Time Permanent\nThe work arrangement:\nLEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone. Periodic attendance at our Markham office is expected to facilitate in-person learning of new tasks with experienced senior staff.\nLEA's Commitment to Inclusive Hiring and Equal Opportunity:\nLEA Consulting Ltd. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer, with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) embedded in all strategic planning and operational activities. As part of our commitment to fair representation and equitable access to opportunities, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, newcomers, neurodiverse individuals, persons with disabilities, racial and ethnic minorities, refugees, veterans, and women.\nWe evaluate all qualified candidates based on their skills and experiences, without regard to factors such as age, colour, conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted, disability, family status, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, marital/family status, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.\nAccessibility:\nLEA is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment or interview process, please contact . We remain committed to ensuring that accommodations are available and supported throughout employment.\nAI Disclosure:\nWe do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process for this position.\nVacancy Status:\nThis position is an existing vacancy.\nApply and stay connected with LEA:\nWe appreciate your interest in joining LEA! If this role aligns with your experience, we would love to hear from you. While we’ll only be reaching out to candidates selected for an interview, we encourage you to apply again when a suitable opportunity arises. 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