Senior Project Engineer

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer

Location: North York, Ontario

Work Mode: Hybrid

Employment Type: Contract (1 Year + Extension Option)

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Overview

We are seeking up to two experienced Senior Project Engineers to support the delivery of large-scale, multidisciplinary capital infrastructure and construction projects. The successful candidates will be responsible for managing projects through the complete lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project close-out.

This role requires strong project management capabilities, stakeholder engagement expertise, engineering leadership, and experience within complex transit or infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scope Development

• Define project scope, objectives, schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Develop project concepts and scope definition documentation.
• Coordinate stakeholder reviews, approvals, and sign-offs.
• Manage project requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Design Coordination

• Oversee projects from preliminary design through detailed design stages.
• Develop project work plans, packaging strategies, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate design reviews and monitor progress against milestones.
• Manage consultant procurement activities and design assignments.
• Review and approve engineering work plans.

Consultant & Design Management

• Manage consultant and in-house design teams.
• Monitor project performance against scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Lead constructability and maintainability reviews.
• Coordinate permits, regulatory approvals, and compliance requirements.
• Conduct progress reviews and performance evaluations.

Contract Documentation & Procurement

• Manage preparation of construction contract documents.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, and contract requirements.
• Support tendering activities, bidder inquiries, and site tours.
• Evaluate bids and provide technical recommendations for contract awards.

Construction Phase Support

• Provide engineering support during construction.
• Participate in kick-off, progress, and technical meetings.
• Review contract changes and technical submissions.
• Support construction managers with technical and contractual matters.
• Coordinate project close-out, handover documentation, and lessons learned.

Capital Planning & Budgeting

• Prepare project justification reports and budget submissions.
• Develop project estimates and funding requirements.
• Assist with management presentations and approval documentation.
• Support capital program planning initiatives.

Stakeholder & Public Engagement

• Support public consultation initiatives for capital projects.
• Participate in community meetings, public information sessions, and stakeholder briefings.
• Coordinate responses to public feedback and inquiries.
• Develop communication and presentation materials.

Qualifications

Required

• University degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline).
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a transit, transportation, or similar infrastructure environment.
• Strong experience managing large-scale construction and engineering projects.

Comprehensive knowledge of:

• Project Management methodologies
• Engineering design processes
• Construction administration
• Construction Act requirements
• Scope, schedule, and cost control
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex projects.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's License.
• Experience supporting major capital infrastructure programs.

Key Competencies

• Project Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Contract Administration
• Budget & Cost Control
• Risk Management
• Strategic Planning
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Relationship Building
• Time Management & Organization

Work Environment

• Hybrid work arrangement combining remote work and onsite project activities.
• Regular attendance at project sites, stakeholder meetings, and office locations within the GTA.
• Expected onsite presence approximately 2–3 days per week, subject to project requirements.
• Occasional short-notice attendance may be required.
• Personal protective equipment will be provided where applicable, with the exception of safety footwear.

Contract Details

• Initial term: 1 year
• Extension option: Up to 2 additional one-year extensions
• Full-time dedication required (37.5 hours/week)

Thank you for your interest in our position. Only those applicants that are selected for interviews will be contacted. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate’s request. This job post is for a recruitment campaign. No AI is used in screening process.