Highway Engineer (MTO Projects)

About the role

Egis is hiring a Highway Engineer in Toronto to lead multidisciplinary transportation infrastructure projects for the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO). The role covers planning, detailed design, coordination and delivery of highway and bridge assignments, working with engineers, technical specialists, regulatory agencies, utility stakeholders and construction partners. It sits in a consulting engineering environment and involves oversight of technical delivery, quality management, stakeholder coordination, project controls and proposal development.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Project Manager and Highway Engineer for detailed design projects for MTO, covering freeway widening, interchange improvements, roadway rehabilitation, bridge rehabilitation and replacement, intersection design and roundabouts.
• Mentor engineers and technical staff and lead project teams in design delivery.
• Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure compliance with corporate and client requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, approval agencies, utility providers, contractors and stakeholders to secure regulatory approvals.
• Develop proposals, work plans, schedules, resource forecasts and budgets, and monitor project performance and milestones.
• Foster relationships with consultants, industry partners and business stakeholders.

Required profile

• University degree in Civil Engineering and Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in highway design and project management, including exposure to MTO projects and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Experience delivering transportation infrastructure projects in a consulting engineering environment and coordinating with clients, regulators, utilities and contractors.
• Valid driver's license and access to a registered and insured vehicle.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Highway and Transportation Engineering principles, policies, regulations and guidelines.
• Experience with the MTO RAQS system and progression toward approval in applicable specialties.
• Previous involvement in freeway widening, interchange improvement, roadway or bridge rehabilitation/replacement projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, analytical and organizational abilities.

Applications are encouraged from people with disabilities, accommodations are available on request, and the role is eligible for a referral bonus. The advertised salary range may vary depending on qualifications, experience and location.