Principal Civil Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald Canada is at the forefront of delivering transformative aviation and transit and municipal infrastructure across the country. As our portfolio of projects continues to grow, we are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to champion technical excellence, support the growth of a high-performing team, and play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering complex infrastructure solutions. This is a key leadership opportunity for an accomplished professional who is passionate about major infrastructure development, thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, and is motivated by making a lasting impact for our clients and the future of our communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in the delivery and design management of infrastructure projects and major infrastructure programs, ensuring alignment with client expectations, regulatory standards, and best practices.
• Engage as part of large multidisciplinary teams and review design documents for consistency and coordination.
• Deliver packages of work as Engineer‑of‑Record with the assistance of other technical and production staff.
• Provide oversight and mentorship to intermediate and junior staff undertaking technical design work.
• Assist in the proposal process as required.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders in the ongoing development of major program.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer registered with the PEO.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering design and project delivery in infrastructure sectors such as transportation, transit, conveyance, municipal, and highway.
• Experience mentoring and coaching junior and intermediate engineers.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Confident and positive attitude.
• Ability to build and harbour good working relationships with our business partners, suppliers, contractors, and clients.
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation, Inroads is ideal but not essential.

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.

Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate’s actual salary within the expected range.

The expected salary range for this position is from $160,000 - $200,000.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in‑office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face‑to‑face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• Location(s): Toronto, ON, CA
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Pattern: Full Time
• Market: Various
• Discipline: Civil
• Job Ref: 13251

Recruiter Contact: Katie Champoux

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