Sr Highway Engineer and Project Manager

Hatch Ltd.; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer and Project Manager in Thunder Bay, Ontario to lead highways and bridges projects, manage client relationships and help grow our practice.

The successful candidate will be a licensed P.Eng. in Ontario with deep MTO experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to mentor teams while delivering projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Must have a Civil Engineering university degree or equivalent.
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.
• As a minimum, must have15 years’ experience with knowledge of current MTO standards pertaining to highway design and traffic engineering.
• Must have experience directly related to MTO projects (relevant experience to meet MTO RAQS qualifications for any of Highway Engineering functional category would be a strong asset).
• Must have working relationship with the MTO.
• Sound knowledge of highway engineering and construction principles, methods and practices.
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience with project management, design, and contract administration.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Able to multi-task and meet various project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, organizes and controls the activities of all project staff.
• Establishes and maintains communications with MTO to ensure delivery of project requirements as per contractual agreements.
• Provide guidance of technical staff, client liaison, and technical reviews, preparation of project specifications and technical reports and solving complex engineering problems.
• Assists in negotiating extra work and makes minor design changes.
• Reviews contract design package to ensure calculations agree with contract.
• Foster a spirit of enthusiasm and client focus.
• Mentor staff and project teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Client liaison

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Professional Engineer Ontario

Job description

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Senior Highway Engineer and Project Manager

Date: Aug 11, 2026

Location: Thunder Bay, ON, CA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:100403

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Thunder Bay,ON,Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Hatch is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Highways and Bridges group to join the team in Thunder Bay. The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing relationships with existing clients, developing our team, and pursuing new opportunities to bolster our practice.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, organizes and controls the activities of all project staff;
• Establishes and maintains communications with MTO to ensure delivery of project requirements as per contractual agreements;
• Provide guidance of technical staff, client liaison, and technical reviews, preparation of project specifications and technical reports and solving complex engineering problems;
• Assists in negotiating extra work and makes minor design changes;
• Reviews contract design package to ensure calculations agree with contract;
• Foster a spirit of enthusiasm and client focus;
• Mentor staff and project teams.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Civil Engineering university degree or equivalent;
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario;
• As a minimum, must have15 years’ experience with knowledge of current MTO standards pertaining to highway design and traffic engineering;
• Must have experience directly related to MTO projects (relevant experience to meet MTO RAQS qualifications for any of Highway Engineering functional category would be a strong asset);
• Must have working relationship with the MTO;
• Sound knowledge of highway engineering and construction principles, methods and practices;
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices;
• Demonstrated experience with project management, design, and contract administration;
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential;
• Able to multi-task and meet various project deadlines.

Pay range: $115,000 - $145,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.