TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

LeadingEdge HR Solutions; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid time off

Job summary

LeadingEdge HR Solutions is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer for our Edmonton team. The role focuses on highways, roads, rehabilitation projects, and transportation infrastructure, with opportunities to contribute across the full project lifecycle—from site investigations and design through tender documentation, construction management, and inspection.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of Alberta transportation projects and the ability to work collaboratively

Qualifications

• 4+ years of transportation engineering experience.
• Registered P.Eng. with APEGA.
• Experience with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors projects.
• Strong knowledge of road design and project delivery.
• Valid driver''s license and willingness to travel within Canada.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and develop designs for road and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical studies, cost estimates, specifications, tender documents, and construction drawings.
• Support road rehabilitation projects for Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors.
• Assist with construction supervision, contract administration, and construction inspection.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of reports, quantity estimates, designs, and construction documentation.
• Ensure project designs comply with applicable company and client standards, procedures, and requirements.
• Collaborate with Technologists, Designers, Engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Contribute to technical leadership, project management, and client management activities.

Skills

Strong knowledge of transportation eng

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel within Canada

Education

Civil Engineering degree (B.Eng or equivalent)

Job description

Position Title: Transportation Engineer

Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: Hybrid / Flexible

Industry: Transportation & Infrastructure

Experience: 4+ Years

Professional Registration: P.Eng. – APEGA

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer to join their Edmonton team. The role focuses on highways, roads, rehabilitation projects, and transportation infrastructure, with opportunities to contribute across the full project lifecycle—from site investigations and design through tender documentation, construction management, and inspection.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of Alberta transportation projects and the ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and develop designs for road and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical studies, cost estimates, specifications, tender documents, and construction drawings.
• Support road rehabilitation projects for Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors.
• Assist with construction supervision, contract administration, and construction inspection.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of reports, quantity estimates, designs, and construction documentation.
• Ensure project designs comply with applicable company and client standards, procedures, and requirements.
• Collaborate with Technologists, Designers, Engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Contribute to technical leadership, project management, and client management activities based on career goals and experience.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• 4+ years of transportation engineering experience.
• Experience with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• Strong knowledge of transportation engineering, road design, and project delivery.
• Experience in construction supervision and contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Canada.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Matching company pension program.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Fitness allowance and employee/family assistance programs.
• Mental health support.
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave.
• Parental leave top-up program.
• Professional development, mentoring, and training opportunities.
• Paid professional development hours and technical seminars.
• Social events, community initiatives, and employee engagement activities.