Senior Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager for their Highway Design Group in Ontario. The role involves leading complex, high-value projects and supervising staff, requiring a minimum of 15 years of project management experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Candidates should possess strong communication and leadership skills. This full-time position supports a culture of inclusion and employee ownership, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about impactful transportation design.

Benefits

Employee ownership

Inclusive work environment

Health and safety programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in project management.
• PMP Certification is preferred.
• Requires professional engineering license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and monitor large multidiscipline projects.
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently.
• Manage financial success of projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Microstation

Bentley InRoads / OpenRoads

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Senior Project Manager in our Highway Design Group, we’ll count on you to:

• Support and help lead the growth of our highway and road design group
• Lead, plan, direct and monitor all aspects of large multidiscipline projects with high degree of technical complexity, typically in excess of $5 million and involving a large project staff
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
• E stablish client relations and support marketing efforts, including leading pursuits
• Lead schematic, design development and contract document preparation in conjunction with Project Managers, engineers, and other technical professionals across all applicable disciplines
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project development to meet milestone deadlines
• Manage the financial success of projects in conjunction with the Project staff, Project Accountant, Accounting Manager, and Department Manager
• Implement QA/QC procedures
• Support and execute training for personnel
• Supervise staff, as assigned, and support the growth and development of highway engineers, EITs, and designers

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in project management including management of MTO detail design assignments
• Extensive knowledge of Ministry of Transportation design practices and requirements, including application of design standards, CDED, and preparing contracts
• Eligible to be qualified in MTO RAQS under Detail Design – High Complexity
• Strong communication, leadership, planning and mentoring skills
• Experience with alternate delivery models on owner and delivery sides.
• PMP Certification
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil3D, Microstation, and Bentley InRoads / OpenRoads
• Experience with municipal projects and utility coordination

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum 5 years project management experience

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location

Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Other Locations

Canada-Barrie

Industry

Transit

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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