Senior Project Manager – Roads & Highways

• Act as a project manager or team lead for relevant projects, tasks, and other assignments for municipal, provincial & transit clients in Ontario.
• Prepare project management plans and manage scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proactively manage scope creep and negotiate change orders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing concerns and updates proactively.
• Maintain a close and efficient working relationship with all discipline leads, department heads, other project managers, project controls staff, and construction personnel.
• Maintain a high level of technical quality on the projects.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation for future reference, audits, and compliance checks.
• Prepare project progress reports to clients and internal senior management.
• Mentor project staff and participate in hiring processes.
• Provide effective and efficient management of day-to-day operations within the roads and highways team.
• Seek opportunities for process improvement, proposing initiatives that could enhance project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Participate in the company’s strategic planning, providing insights on how project outcomes align with business objectives.
• Assist in business development efforts by identifying new project opportunities and leading proposal preparation.
• Required Education | Experience:
• 1+ years of related project experience on municipal roadway / highway projects in Ontario and the Toronto area.
• P.Eng. designation required.
• A university degree in civil engineering or related degree.
• Familiarity with roadway design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Inroads, ORD).
• Technical excellence in roadway / highway design.
• Experience in BRT, LRT including intermodal transit facilities is an asset.
• Familiarity and experience with various delivery models and P3 projects is an asset.
• A thorough understanding of the requirements and complexities of the design and management of multi-disciplinary projects, such as utility coordination, construction staging, traffic management, public consultation, external agency approvals, communication and liaison, coordination of sub-consultants and design groups, schedule and budget control, quality control, construction administration and claims resolution.
• At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred retirement plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

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