Transportation Engineer

Dillon Consulting Limited

Guelph

Hybrid

CAD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee share purchase plan

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous retirement savings plan

Student loan repayment assistance

Flexible work hours

Learning and development opportunities

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership

Job summary

A progressive consulting firm in Ontario seeks a Senior Transportation Planner/Engineer to lead multi-modal transportation projects. This role requires over 10 years of experience, strong communication skills, and business development expertise. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment with flexible work hours while delivering superior client experiences and driving project success.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience, preferably in the consulting industry.
Proven leadership and people-management capabilities.
Strong business-development skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage project teams in the delivery of multi-modal transportation projects.
Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.
Commit to self-development and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Business development

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, or urban planning

Job description

Senior Transportation Planner/Engineer

Dillon Consulting Limited

We’re looking for a leader with strong technical capabilities, excellent communication skills, business acumen and a passion for building relationships and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. You will thrive in our fast‑paced, agile environment, and you will be a trusted advisor and problem‑solver.

Opportunity

Dillon’s Integrated Mobility Discipline seeks a Senior Transportation Planner/Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team of Transportation Engineering and Planning professionals.

You will work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. The successful candidate can be based at any of our Toronto, North York, Hamilton, Oakville, Vaughan, Guelph or Kitchener offices. Flexible work hours help balance the demands of work and personal life.

Responsibilities

Project Management & Design:
- Lead and manage project teams in the delivery of multi‑modal transportation projects, including functional and preliminary design studies for roadway and rapid transit corridors.
- Direct and oversee Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) studies for complex urban infrastructure projects.
- Liaise with multidisciplinary project teams (transportation, municipal and structural engineers, planners, environmental scientists and technical support staff).
- Manage and deliver stakeholder consultation programs and municipal council and agency presentations.
Business Development:
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities to grow the Integrated Mobility Discipline in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA).
- Provide leadership in the maintenance and expansion of existing client relationships in the GTHA, including preparation of proposals and statements of qualification.
- Develop and implement strategic plans to build a market and enhance Dillon’s presence in the region.
- Business travel to other Dillon offices upon request.
Learning & Development:
- Commit to self‑development and ongoing learning and professional development.
- Input to the career development of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring.
- Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

Qualifications

A degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, or urban planning.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience, preferably in the consulting industry.
Proven leadership, people‑management, and business‑development capabilities.

Experience

Proven experience leading Municipal Class Environmental Assessments, and functional/preliminary design studies for multi‑modal roadway and rapid transit corridors.
Demonstrated abilities in the leadership of large, multi‑disciplinary projects and teams, with a minimum of six years in a project‑management capacity.
Exceptional abilities in project management, including budget, schedule, and quality control.
Proven skills in public and agency consultation for complex urban projects.
In‑depth understanding of the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA) transportation market and established client relationships.
A track record of successful business development, including proposal leadership and a desire to build a market presence.
Strong people‑management and mentorship skills.
Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills are essential.

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and we are empowered to continually grow and develop.

Core Values

Reliability: words result in actions that build trust.
Achievement: do the work to hit the target.
Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing.
Creativity: discover new possibilities.
Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard.
Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.

Benefits

Employee share purchase plan; Dillon is 100 % employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
A competitive compensation package.
Comprehensive health benefits.
Generous retirement savings plan.
Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions.
Flexible work hours and hybrid working options.
Learning and development opportunities.
Employee and Family Assistance Program with a variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well‑being.
Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership and wellness subsidy for health and wellness activities.
Focus on innovation and a culture that encourages reflection and forward‑looking solutions.

Health & Safety at Dillon

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon’s core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences. Inclusion is more than a word to us; it is the way we choose to run our business. We encourage you to contact us if you require accommodation during the interview process.

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