Engineer/Senior Engineer, Project Manager - Road Design

Tatham Engineering; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

Flexible work arrangements

Career development

Job summary

Tatham Engineering in Ontario is seeking an Engineer, Project Manager or Senior Engineer, Project Manager in the Transportation group, to work from Barrie or Guelph, with Ottawa or Collingwood considered. Hybrid arrangements may be considered for an experienced candidate.

The role focuses on planning, coordination, design and delivery of road design and reconstruction projects across Ontario, leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients, utilities and subconsultants.

Qualifications

• P.Eng. in Ontario or eligible for licensure.
• 5–10 years progressive engineering experience in transportation.
• Experience coordinating with municipalities, utilities and subconsultants.
• Strong communication and client-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate road design and reconstruction projects from proposal through design and tender.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget and client communications.
• Review deliverables and provide technical direction to staff.
• Coordinate with internal teams, subconsultants and approvals agencies.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communicatie

Project management

Mentoring/training

Education

Professional Engineer Ontario (P.Eng.)

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Are you an experienced engineering professional eager to advance your career with a dedicated, community-focused, award-winning company? Tatham Engineering offers the opportunity to join a supportive team that values mentorship and provides challenging, rewarding work. Put your knowledge and experience to meaningful use in an environment where collaboration and growth are encouraged.

We are seeking an Engineer, Project Manager or Senior Engineer, Project Manager to work in the Transportation group based out of either our Barrie or Guelph office (preferred). Our Ottawa or Collingwood offices will also be considered. Hybrid arrangements may be considered for an experienced candidate. This role will focus on the planning, coordination, design, and delivery of road design and reconstruction projects throughout Ontario.

This is a senior project delivery role for someone who knows how to get municipal road projects designed and delivered in Ontario. The work is focused on road design, road reconstruction, roadway geometry, grading, drainage, roadside safety, utility coordination, subconsultant management, proposal support, budgets and schedules, deliverable review, and client communication. It is not a pure transportation-planning, traffic-modelling, traffic-operations, or transit role.

The ideal candidate will have a background in road, highway and intersection design and municipal infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary road design and reconstruction projects from proposal through design and tender preparation.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and client communication.
• Assign, coordinate, and review work prepared by project team members, including drawings, cross sections, cost estimates, staging plans, tender documents, and technical submissions.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, utilities, approval agencies, clients, and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare and review proposals, work plans, budgets, schedules, fee estimates, technical correspondence, reports, and design submissions.
• Conduct quality and constructability reviews.
• Provide technical direction, training, mentoring, and support to junior and intermediate staff.
• Assist with workload planning, project resourcing, and continued growth of the Transportation group.

Key Position Requirements

• Registered with Professional Engineers Ontario (P.Eng.).
• A minimum of 5 or 10 years of progressive experience.
• Experience with TAC, OPS, OTM, and other applicable Ontario municipal standards.
• Strong understanding of the process required to advance a road project from initial proposal writing through design, approvals, and tender preparation.
• Experience coordinating with utility companies, subconsultants, municipalities, approval agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound technical judgment and a commitment to high‑quality deliverables

Nice To Have

• Experience with roundabouts, active transportation, traffic signals, roadway lighting, traffic calming, and contract administration.
• Experience with Civil 3D or coordinating Civil 3D design teams.
• Experience with Municipal Class Environmental Assessments.

We are open to candidates with experience in any of the following areas.

• Municipal engineering
• Road reconstruction
• Transportation design
• Linear infrastructure
• Land development road design
• Public sector capital project delivery

We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tatham Engineering does not use artificial intelligence in the hiring process. All applications are reviewed by Human Resources and the appropriate hiring managers.

Why Tatham?

At Tatham, our key values are reflected in everything we do. We aim to be the engineering consulting firm of choice by upholding our core values: Service, Communication, Teamwork, Relationships & Community. Our company has experienced significant growth by putting these values into action.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, benefits, health spending account, RRSP matching and profit sharing
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
• Paid volunteer opportunities
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks minimum for all positions – prorated in the first year
• Challenging and rewarding work on notable projects
• Professional development, training, mentorship program and career progression opportunities
• Reimbursement for annual professional dues
• Collaborative and engaging workplace environment
• Regular office/team socials and recreational outings, including an activity allowance for approved events
• Shareholder opportunities

Company Information

Tatham Engineering is a Canadian employee-owned, consulting engineering firm that specializes in Coastal, Land Development, Municipal, Structural (Buildings and Bridges), Transportation, Water Resources, Water & Wastewater, Electrical and Mechanical engineering, and provides specialized services in Air & Noise, Climate Resilience and Hydrogeology. The firm was founded in Collingwood, Ontario, in 1988 and currently employs over 200 staff with branch offices in Barrie, Bracebridge, Guelph, Orillia and Ottawa.

Tatham is proud to be recognized as one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers of 2026 and Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers of 2026!

Diversity, Inclusion, and Accommodations

Tatham Engineering is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to ensuring the selection process is inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] and the request will be addressed confidentially.

Expected Hiring Range for This Position

$85,000 to $135,000 - Engineer, Project Manager

$115,000 to $165,000 - Senior Engineer, Project Manager

Compensation will reflect the unique skills and experience each candidate brings to the role. The posted range serves as a general guideline, and final offers may vary.