Roadway Operations Manager (Highways & Toll Roads)

Ferrovial Agroman SA; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a global leader in infrastructure, where innovation meets opportunity. As the Roadway Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing highway operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing a dedicated team. This exciting position offers the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of transportation. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive culture, with opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you're ready to tackle challenges and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Wellbeing Initiatives

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years in highway operations and maintenance, including planning and leadership.
• Knowledge of roadway maintenance practices, materials, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resources to operate a safe and efficient highway system.
• Manage daily maintenance to meet quality standards and asset lifespan.
• Develop maintenance and improvement plans for the roadway.

Skills

Highway Operations Management

Leadership

Planning and Organization

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory Tracking Software

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive impact on people's lives? At Ferrovial, we are more than just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on Nasdaq, Euronext Amsterdam, and IBEX 35, and a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good, we operate in over 15 countries with a workforce of more than 24,000 professionals worldwide.

Ferrovial’s activities are carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that celebrates cultural diversity and fosters creativity.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication, and take advantage of initiatives supporting your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Hwy 407 East Extensions

407 EDG and BBI entered into a Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain (DBFOM) agreement with Infrastructure Ontario and the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario for the Highway 407 East Extensions Phase 1 and 2. Responsible for all aspects of the highway’s design, finance, construction, operations, and rehabilitation, the projects include extensions of approximately 22 km each, with additional connectors and interchanges, starting from 2016 for Phase 1 and 2018 for Phase 2.

As the Roadway Operations Manager, you will oversee resources to operate a safe and efficient highway system, including planning, scheduling, and executing maintenance activities. You will report to the CEO and ensure compliance with project standards and agreements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all roadway operation agreements.
• Manage daily maintenance to meet quality standards and asset lifespan.
• Respond to incidents efficiently, ensuring safety for workers and motorists.
• Manage personnel including supervisors, foremen, mechanics, and road crews.
• Propose and oversee investments in equipment, personnel, and training.
• Prepare and control departmental budgets.
• Manage outsourced O&M contractors.
• Produce timely reports on maintenance operations.
• Develop maintenance and improvement plans for the roadway.
• Maintain policies and procedures for the department.
• Implement policies from Asset and Safety Managers and ensure compliance.
• Manage equipment specifications and procurement.
• Develop staff qualifications and ensure safety, environmental, and emergency response training.
• Supervise quality of work and propose improvements.
• Monitor inspection results and adjust processes accordingly.
• Promote safety, innovation, and efficiency within the department.
• Make staffing recommendations including hiring, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Manage maintenance activities, assets, and inventory tracking software.
• Monitor emergency response deployment and improve procedures.
• Maintain communication with MTO and emergency units.
• Ensure operational efficiency without compromising safety or other goals.
• Develop and update safety and emergency plans.
• Conduct safety audits and promote safety culture.
• Coordinate environmental compliance and incident reporting.
• Prepare winter maintenance plans and supervise winter operations.
• Track maintenance data for expenses and performance reporting.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college or associate’s degree preferred.
• 7-10+ years in highway operations and maintenance, including planning and leadership.
• Knowledge of roadway maintenance practices, materials, and equipment.
• Class “D” CDL with Air Brake Endorsement or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Knowledge of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act and OHSA.
• OSHA 10-hour construction outreach and First Aid/CPR training or ability to obtain.

Professional Qualities:

• Effective task and team management, with independence.
• Confident interaction with external parties and stakeholders.
• Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive attitude and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a 24/7 environment.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other PC-based software.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Moderate to high noise levels around heavy machinery.
• Roadway travel required.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! We are motivated by challenges and collaborate across units to move the world forward. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.

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