Municipal Infrastructure Lead

ZipRecruiter; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Municipal Infrastructure Engineering Group Leader to guide a growing team and deliver essential infrastructure projects across Ontario. This dynamic leadership role blends technical excellence with strategic vision, making a tangible difference in community infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a management role.
• Strong background in project delivery, technical design, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead project reviews, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage team resourcing, project timelines, costs, and risks.
• Contribute to long-term departmental strategy and planning.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Ontario

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity:

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Municipal Infrastructure Engineering Group Leader to guide a growing team and deliver essential infrastructure projects across Ontario. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity that blends technical excellence with strategic vision and mentorship. As the Group Leader, you’ll shape not only the future of the department but also make a tangible difference in the communities we serve through the design and execution of innovative municipal infrastructure solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Quality Assurance & Technical Leadership
• Provide technical direction and mentorship on municipal infrastructure projects.
• Integrate emerging technologies and maintain compliance with current regulations.
• Lead project reviews, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Project Procurement & Business Development
• Lead proposal development and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry stakeholders.
• Represent the firm at conferences, networking events, and strategic meetings.
• Staff Development & Team Management
• Mentor, manage, and develop engineering staff to foster career growth.
• Support recruitment, training, and performance evaluation processes.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performing team culture and a strong health & safety mindset.
• Project Management & Delivery
• Oversee the successful execution of municipal infrastructure projects from planning to close-out.
• Manage team resourcing, project timelines, costs, and risks.
• Ensure projects align with regulatory standards and client expectations.
• Strategic Leadership & Department Collaboration
• Contribute to long-term departmental strategy and planning.
• Collaborate across departments to promote shared goals and service excellence.
• Align departmental initiatives with company mission, vision, and values.
• Financial Oversight
• Monitor group and project budgets to meet profitability and performance targets.
• Ensure staff are meeting project milestones and financial goals.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Ontario.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience, including:
• At least 2 years in a management or leadership role.
• Strong background in project delivery, technical design, and risk management.
• Knowledge of engineering standards, municipal planning, environmental guidelines, and construction practices.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, proposals, and client communications effectively.
• In-depth understanding of applicable legislation (e.g., Ontario Health and Safety Act).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Committed to client service and timely, effective communication.