Project Manager Sustainable Transportation

City Of Guelph; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Project Manager in Guelph, Ontario, to oversee the implementation of various transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in sustainable transportation policy. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, ensuring adherence to regulations, and engaging with stakeholders. This role offers hybrid work arrangements and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Paid vacation days

Paid personal days

Flexible work arrangements

Defined benefit pension plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave top-up

Learning and development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Knowledge of engineering design resources for active transportation.
• Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Project manage the Transportation Demand Management Action Plan.
• Lead procurement and project management of cycling studies.
• Advise on development application reviews.

Skills

Project management

Sustainable transportation policy

Community engagement

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Planning, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geography

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Service Area: Infrastructure, Development, and Environment

Department: Engineering and Transportation Services

Work Location: City Hall, 1 Carden Street

Work Mode: Hybrid

Job Type and Duration: Temporary, Full time Vacancy

Number of Open Positions: 1

Salary Range: $47.50- $59.38 per hour

Affiliation: Non-Union

Posting Period: January 31, 2026 to February 22, 2026 11:59 p.m.

Why Join the City of Guelph?

When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph’s vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialities within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph: Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

What We Offer

We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to meet the needs of our diverse employees. Many of our positions offer:

• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid personal days;
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements;
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100-per-cent employer matching;
• Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Parental leave top up program;
• Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
• Employee recognition programs.

Position Overview

Join a highly motivated team working on transforming Guelph’s transportation network to be future-ready. This temporary position is required to project manage and provide direction on the implementation of the Transportation Master Plan, the Cycling Master Plan, the Active Transportation Network Study, and the Sidewalk Needs Assessment. Reporting to the Manager, Transportation Planning, the position will be guided by the goals and objectives of the City’s Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning. The candidate will aid in the achievement of the Vision for an inclusive, connected and prosperous city.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Project manage the completion of the Transportation Demand Management Action Plan and Developer Toolkit, including project QA/QC, project close-out reporting and any reporting requirements of external funding agencies.
• Complete the procurement of the cycling Corridor Review Study and serve as project manager on the consulting assignment.
• Lead and support the project management of planning and design projects including supporting preliminary 30% design of the College Avenue protected bike lanes, and supporting the environmental assessment for the Gordon Street protected cycling facilities to ensure the City is adhering to industry regulatory requirements, standards, guidelines and best practices.
• Provide advice related to development application reviews to ensure the implementation of the City’s sustainable transportation policies and goals.
• Perform or procure data collection to monitor and report on sustainable transportation key performance indicators.
• Work with consultants and internal staff to communicate and engage with various stakeholders, develop recommendations, prepare reports and give presentations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and provincial regulations, legislation and City by-laws.
• Regularly update the City’s sidewalk network and cycling network GIS databases
• Recommend continuous improvement of internal processes and procedures to improve coordination and alignment within and across departments and service areas.
• Maintain professional knowledge in job-related rules, statutes, laws and new business trends; read and interpret professional literature; attend training programs, workshops and seminars as appropriate.
• Act as a technical resource to other departments.
• Support collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities, agencies, utilities, adjacent municipalities, residents, property owners, consultants, engineers, developers and contractors on matters relating to the Transportation Planning division.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Planning, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geography or closely related field. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Considerable experience in sustainable transportation policy and infrastructure planning.
• Project management experience delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the application and interpretation of national and provincial engineering design resources for active transportation (e.g. OTM Books, TAC manuals) and other relevant legislations, policies, and guidelines related to sustainable transportation.
• Experience with reviewing and interpreting relevant regulations, acts and policies including the Ontario A Place to Grow Act, Official Plans, Zoning Bylaws and engineering plans.
• Ability to coordinate the efforts of multi-disciplinary project teams and consultants.
• Ability to lead teams and influence, negotiate and mediate conflict and resolve issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Experience planning and leading community engagement.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a multi-faceted team with both internal and external interests.
• Skilled in providing a solution-oriented customer service approach using good judgement, creativity and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders, the media, Council and the public.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Projects and Outlook).
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Synchro, TES, and/or equivalent software is an asset.

Hours of Work

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m and 4:30 p.m. This position is eligible for hybrid and flexible work arrangement options (as per current corporate policy).

How To Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by February 22, 2026. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.

Hiring Process Transparency

The City of Guelph is committed to fair and transparent recruitment practices. Candidates who participate in an interview for this position will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their interview. Notifications will be provided in writing, or through technology.

Commitment to Diversity & Accessibility

The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

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