Civil Lead Rail and Transit

GHD; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer for its Canadian operations, specializing in Civil Transit Design. Ideal candidates will have 15+ years of experience in large-scale transit infrastructure projects, strong communication skills, and proficiency in design software. The role involves leading design teams and ensuring project deliverables meet the highest standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in design and engineering of transportation infrastructure.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary environment, mentoring junior staff.
• Detailed understanding of local Agency Codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for track grading and roadway projects.
• Coordinate preparation of civil deliverables and drawings.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines for high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering

Ontario P.Eng designation

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microstation

BIM Collaboration tools

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Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Our pledge to you.

Join GHD.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a Senior Civil Engineer – Civil Transit Design Lead to join our growing Canadian Operations. To be successful, you must have a minimum of 15+ years of experience in civil engineering, design and design coordination on large scale transit infrastructure projects including civil works pertaining to Rail Corridors, Roadways, and Multi-Modal Corridors (LRT/BRT), and Site Development/Linear Infrastructure. The Senior Civil Engineer will cooperate and work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, regional team leads across Ontario, Canada, North America and GHD’s global network.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Leading and developing civil engineering design for track grading, roadway, and multi-modal corridors including median LRT/BRT as well as site development and associated linear infrastructure
• Coordinating the preparation of civil deliverables, drawings and details from conception to final design in a 3D modelling environment such as Civil 3D, according to established standards and procedures for a wide variety of projects.
• Being able to lead a small team of engineers and/or designers to drive design phases and implement design standards on civil infrastructure projects of high complexity.
• Mentoring and supervising junior and developing EIT’s and Technicians, fostering a team approach
• Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of models and drawings and working together with other Engineers and Designers to develop detailed drawings, quantities and various supporting documents including technical memos, specifications, contract documents etc. completing assignments with minimal guidance
• Working closely with Business Group Leaders, Project Managers, and Project Directors with a focus on civil design for transit infrastructure
• Collaborating with other engineering disciplines and design staff in the production of high-quality project deliverables
• Coordination of all aspects of the civil design including being responsible for the design following the budget and schedule
• Communicating with other discipline leads, designers, and project team members on a regular basis to ensure effective and timely flow of project information to meet scheduled deadlines. Ensuring that project design solutions are delivered to the highest standards and meet program and budgetary constraints
• Maintaining contact with sub-consultants, municipalities, utility companies and clients
• Overseeing the preparation of reports, and contract documents for review agencies, clients, and the public
• Working in various procurement environments such as Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects
• Adhering to GHD BIM and Quality standards and procedures and implementing compliance on project level
• Participating, when required, in advancement of GHD Standard Civil Details including the promotion of changes and updates to tools and methods, assisting with training development and lessons learned exercises.
• Various opportunities for career development in either a design lead, design management, or project management role as well as potential future opportunities for direct supervision of staff
  
  

What you will bring to the team:

• Post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering
• 15+ years’ experience in design and engineering of transportation infrastructure projects
• Ontario P.Eng designation required (or eligible) (Mandatory)
• Positive attitude, good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven record of successful delivery of Transit Infrastructure projects
• Detailed understanding of local Agency (or equivalent) Codes and standards
• Experience working in an integrated 3D design environment
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Microstation
• Superior attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Performs complex design tasks on projects with understanding of multidisciplinary environment by collaborating with team members from other disciplines for necessary inputs
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Good understanding of level of effort required to complete the work to assist with project resourcing/timelines
• Competency/expertise in BIM Collaboration tools e.g. (ProjectWise, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud) (Preferred but not required).
• Strong communication skills for team-based working environment.
• Ability to work in multiple parallel projects and within a team environment.
• Ability to work under and meet tight deadlines
  
  

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

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