Project Manager I - Transportation

Halton Region; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Halton Region, located in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a Project Manager I to lead multi-modal transportation studies and support growth across the Region. The role focuses on corridor planning, feasibility studies, and integration with environmental considerations to sustain a connected regional network.

You will work with staff and external partners, applying engineering knowledge while contributing to policy development and staff reports for Regional Council.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering and/or Environmental Studies/Sciences.
• 3–5 years experience planning municipal multi-modal transportation infrastructure.
• Experience with traffic analyses using Synchro, EMME/GTAv4, ARCADY.
• Familiarity with Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) process.
• Experience with corridor planning studies for road widenings, new corridors, transit infrastructure, active transportation.
• Ability to apply TAC/OTM guidelines and best practices; preliminary design experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and/or assist with Corridor Planning Studies, applying a multi-modal approach.
• Carry out and/or review area or corridor-specific technical transportation studies.
• Provide input and technical support on Regional projects and external collaborations.
• Build professional relationships with Halton Region staff and stakeholders.
• Assist in developing multi-modal transportation procedures and staff reports for Regional Council.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Multi-modal planning

Education

P.Eng. or CET certification

Tools

Synchro

EMME/GTAV4

ARCADY

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Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you. Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team!

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.

Posting ID: 5509
Department: Public Works
Division: Infrastructure & Environmental Services
Pay Range: $87,866 - $109,823
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
Employee Group: OCT
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy
Posting Date: September 28, 2026
Application Deadline: October 14, 2026

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Transportation Planning, the Project Manager I is responsible for undertaking and/or supporting Region-wide multi-modal transportation studies to support growth in the Region. Key undertakings include applying engineering knowledge and skills in undertaking and/or reviewing Corridor Planning Studies, feasibility studies, as well as other transportation-related studies to support a multi-modal Regional transportation network.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Undertake and/or assist with Corridor Planning Studies, applying a multi-modal and environmentally responsible lense as it relates to the environment, including but not limited to natural, socio-economic and cultural/archaeological environments.
• Carry out and/or review area or corridor-specific technical transportation network studies, feasibility studies or other transportation-related studies.
• Provide transportation-related input and technical support on Regional projects, as well as projects undertaken by others, such as the Local Municipalities, Metrolinx, Ministry of Transportation to support a seamless and connected multi-modal transportation network across the Region.
• Cultivate strong relationships with staff of Halton Region through developed and demonstrated professionalism, awareness, political acuity and responsive communications.
• Assist with the development of multi-modal transportation and mobility procedures/policies, preparation of staff reports and recommendations to Regional Council on matters dealing with transportation planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering and/or Environmental Studies/Sciences, along with Certification in Ontario as a Professional Engineers Ontario (P.Eng.) or a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.).
• Minimum three to five (3-5) years experience planning municipal multi-modal transportation infrastructure.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in traffic related analyses including for example, computer software and output for Synchro, EMME/GTAv4, ARCADY, including intersection and/or corridor-specific analysis.
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) process and recent changes related to requirements under the Environmental Assessment Act.
• Experience with Corridor Planning studies for road widenings, new corridors, transit infrastructure, active transportation, and/or localized improvements, including the impacts to the environment, including but not limited to the natural, socio-economic and cultural/archaeological environments.
• Experience in applying multi-modal transportation/mobility industry best practices, standards and guidelines (for example, TAC and OTM). Preliminary design experience an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and detailed-oriented.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Travel will be required; incumbent must provide their own transportation. The incumbent will be required to provide a copy of their driver’s license by their first day of employment.

Employment Conditions

• A valid driver's license.

Important information about your application:

• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high-quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused, and award-winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.