Senior Transportation Design Engineer

KGS Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KGS Group in Winnipeg is seeking a Senior Transportation Design Engineer to lead design and delivery of municipal and provincial transportation projects. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with clients, and ensure work is on time and within budget while mentoring staff.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical excellence, and active transportation expertise in Manitoba contexts. The candidate should bring licensure in Canada, strong communication skills, and a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level qualification in civil engineering or related technology with licensure.
• Professional Engineer designation or specified license with EGM (P.Eng. or Eng.L).
• 10+ years of Canadian urban/rural highway and roadway design experience.
• Strong knowledge of TAC, AASHTO standards and local requirements.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams and client-facing projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects (urban roads, highways, intersections, roundabouts, transit corridors, active transportation).
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams from concept to completion.
• Ensure projects meet budgets and timelines in collaboration with discipline leads.
• Serve as primary client contact and liaise with stakeholders/approvals.
• Prepare proposals, fee estimates and design work packages.
• Lead public engagement sessions and project presentations.
• Maintain and develop client relationships; pursue new business.
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff; promote safety culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Client relationship management

Public engagement

Written communication

Project budgeting & scheduling

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

P.Eng. or Eng.L license (EGM)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InfoWorks CS

AASHTO ME

ParkCAD

Nexus

Torus

RoadEng

InRoads

MicroStation

Job description

Job Title: Senior Transportation Design Engineer

Department: Transportation

Job Location: Winnipeg

Posting Start Date: 9/17/26

Job Description:

About Us

We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.

We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.

Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.

The Role

Our transportation team delivers innovative solutions that improve mobility and safety while considering public health, environmental and social impacts. Join us in enhancing quality of life in our communities.

KGS Group is seeking a Senior Transportation Design Engineer for our Winnipeg office. Reporting to the Design Practice Lead, you will oversee design projects for Manitoba Transportation & Infrastructure, the City of Winnipeg, urban and rural municipalities, and private-sector clients.

You will lead the design, coordination and delivery of transportation projects, including roads, highways, intersections, roundabouts, transit corridors and active transportation facilities. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you will develop practical solutions, support business development and mentor staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery on a wide variety of transportation infrastructure projects including urban roadways, highways, intersections, roundabouts, transit corridors and active transportation facilities
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams from initial conceptualization through to final completion.
• Ensure quality projects are delivered on time and within approved budgets in coordination with discipline leads
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, stakeholders and approval agencies
• Prepare and review technical proposals, fee estimates and design work packages
• Lead public engagement sessions, client meetings and project presentations
• Maintain existing client relationships and develop new business opportunities
• Supervise and mentor junior & intermediate staff with their professional development
• Participate in and promote KGS Group’s safety-first culture

About You

We’re looking for an applicant to bring forward a good mix of qualifications and previous experiences. Some ideal qualifications could include:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Specified Scope of Practice Licensee with EGM (P.Eng. or Eng.L)
• Ten (10) or more years of related work experience in Canadian urban and/or rural highway and roadway design
• Strong understanding of geometric design standards such as TAC guidelines, AASHTO and local standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of associated engineering software (examples include AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoWorks CS, AASHTO ME, ParkCAD, Nexus, Torus, RoadEng, InRoads, Microstation)
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience managing project budgets and schedules
• Experience working directly with clients, managing existing relationships and forming new ones
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to produce and review delegate proposals, technical memos and technical reports
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to lead public engagement sessions, client meetings and project presentations
• Ability to mentor, supervise and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate staff
• Special consideration will be given to individuals who bring:
  • Existing relationships and/or previous experience with City of Winnipeg and Manitoba Transportation & Infrastructure
  • Experience designing urban and/or rural roads and highways within Manitoba
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and propensity for business development

KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent total compensation and benefits package for employees.

KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process