Highway Manager, Senior

Hatch; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Long term career development

Think globally, work locally

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Senior Highway Manager in Vancouver, BC to lead the North-West Highways and Civil practice. You will drive client engagement, proposals, and fee estimates while overseeing major bridge/road projects and ensuring quality, schedule and budget compliance.

The role demands 15+ years in transportation/civil engineering, P.Eng eligibility in BC, and strong leadership, communication, and business development skills to grow the practice and mentor teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in transportation and civil engineering with highway design focus.
• P.Eng registered with EGBC, or eligible for BC registration; other provinces an asset.
• Experience with municipal and highway design standards and deliverables.
• Business development experience and ability to build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership of Hatch’s Highways and Civil practice in the North-West region.
• Lead business development activities, prepare proposals, and estimate fees.
• Oversee a portfolio of civil/highway/structural projects ensuring quality, schedule and budget.
• Manage team performance, planning, and resource allocation.

Skills

Highway design

Project leadership

Client relationship

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Highway design software

Job description

Requisition ID: 100367

Job Category: Infrastructure

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

We are actively seeking to hire a motivated and experienced Senior Highway Manager based in Vancouver, BC responsible for providing technical leadership and managing a variety of small to large-scale high-profile public structural engineering projects, focusing on the design and delivery of bridges, overpasses, and related infrastructure.

The role would be client-facing and require coordination and management of both business development and project specific activities. The successful candidate will lead the Practice in the North-West region and share our vision of growing the business and be able to develop and articulate a plan to shape a team suitable to our target markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership of Hatch’s Highways and Civil practice in the region, driving business growth and strategic initiatives.
• Lead business development activities, including client engagement, networking, partnerships, and preparation of proposals, presentations, and fee estimates.
• Oversee a portfolio of civil and highway/structural/rail projects, ensuring delivery on quality, schedule, budget, risk management, and client satisfaction.
• Manage team performance, including resource planning, workload management, financial oversight, and development of high-performing staff.
• Collaborate with internal practice leads and external partners to support integrated, multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of transportation and infrastructure projects (roadways, bridges, rail, retaining walls, culverts, and related assets).
• Provide technical leadership as Engineer of Record, including review and approval of designs, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and fostering a safe, inclusive work environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized and accredited University in Civil Engineering.
• P.Eng. registered with EGBC, or eligible for professional registration in BC. Registration in other provinces is considered an additional asset.
• Minimum 15 years of proven experience in transportation and civil engineering and design software, with a focus on highway design and project management.
• Experience with municipal and highway design standards, specifications, and deliverable requirements for bridge and roadway projects.
• Well-versed on business development and market sector trends and strategies.
• Experience in various delivery models is preferable but not mandatory including Alternative Project Delivery (e.g. DB, PDB, DBF).
• Strong technical expertise in highway and road design, including utilities analysis, material selection, and construction techniques.
• Excellent communicator and skilled problem solver with a commitment to thrive in a proactive organization where client service is paramount.
• Well-organized and ability to meet client, budget and schedule requirements;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information to clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Demonstrated ability to support and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Business development experience and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.

Base salary range: $123,000.00 - $165,000.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package May Include Performance-based Incentives, Comprehensive Benefits, And Other Programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

We are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. We don't need to meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. We are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.