Senior Highway Design Project Manager, PEng

AECOM; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Senior Highway Design Project Manager based in Markham, Ontario. You will oversee highway and roadway design projects to align with MTO standards, leading engineers and technicians, including remote team members.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, client liaison, and pursuing new opportunities as a project manager. AECOM emphasizes growth, collaboration, and delivering resilient infrastructure.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering + 8 years of relevant experience in highway transportation projects.
• P.Eng. designation in Ontario (or eligibility) or PMP designation.
• Project management experience with MTO and Ontario municipal transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and delivery of highway/roadway projects per MTO standards.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, including remote members.
• Set project priorities aligned with leadership and client objectives.
• Act as liaison between AECOM and client; enforce policies.
• Provide technical leadership in highway engineering and coordinate specialists.
• Oversee project phases from feasibility to detailed design and pursuit captures.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

P.Eng. designation

PMP designation

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Highway Design Project Manager to be based in Markham, Ontario.

This is a newly created position.

As a Project Manager, you will oversee all aspects of highway and roadway design projects in accordance with MTO (Ministry of Transportation, Ontario) standards and procedures.

• Manage the design and delivery of projects, ensuring compliance with MTO specifications, guidelines, and standards.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians, including remote team members.
• Set project priorities based on general direction from leadership, ensuring alignment with client and business objectives.
• Provide management and guidance to subordinate managers, enforce company and project policies, and act as the primary liaison between AECOM and client
• Provide technical leadership in specialized areas of highway engineering, coordinating the work of other professionals.
• Lead one or more teams in the execution of complex transportation infrastructure projects.
• Actively participate in all project phases, including client meetings, feasibility studies, preliminary and detail design development.
• Serve as Capture or Project Manager for key pursuits, identifying and securing new project opportunities.
• Responsible for administering the project from budgeting/schedule stage through procurement and contract closeout.
• Obtain AECOM Project Manager certification.

Other Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall project management and administration, supporting the establishment of project-specific objectives and policies.
• Provide strategic guidance to project teams, enforce company and client policies, and serve as the primary liaison between AECOM and MTO.
• Ensure all design, budget, and scheduling aspects of the project are met through effective oversight of subordinate managers and supervisors.
• Manage the project lifecycle from budgeting and scheduling to procurement and contract closeout.
• Provide risk management, quality assurance, and compliance with MTO and industry regulations.
• Assume profit and loss responsibility for assigned projects, ensuring financial and operational success.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering + 8 years of relevant experience in highway transportation projects, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario (or eligibility for licensing) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.
• Project management experience with MTO and Ontario municipal transportation projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Ideally 15+ years of experience in highway/roadway design, including preliminary and detail design for transportation projects, preferably with preferably with MTO and/or Ontario Municipal Transportation Projects
• Experience designing highways, interchanges, and roadway systems.
• Familiarity with design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with MTO Design Standards, TAC Guidelines, and Highway Safety Design principles.
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project) for project communications and reporting.
• Strong background in business development and client relations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $140000 to $180000.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

We are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.