At D.M. Wills Associates Limited, our Transportation Engineering team provides specialized transportation engineering services in relation to the design of highways and roads, including road safety, traffic engineering, and active transportation and asset management.

We are looking for a Senior Transportation Engineer who is ready to take the next step in their career, to lead our fully established Transportation Engineering team. The Manager of this team must have strong interest and experience in transportation projects as well as the desire to lead, inspire and mentor the transportation team.

As the successful candidate, you will manage a team of transportation engineers and technicians and will have overall responsibility for the team’s performance, including client deliverables, budgets, and schedules. You will provide for the key integration of internal and external resources for project delivery. You will be an expert and champion for all things related to Transportation Engineering within the company.

Building on the strong reputation of the team, the successful candidate will be responsible for business development and the continued growth of the department, with strategic input into the work that the Transportation Engineering team takes on.

Reporting to the President, and as a member of the senior management team, you will participate in the development of strategic business initiatives related to the Transportation Engineering Department.

With MTO as a Key Client, you will oversee all liaison with MTO Transportation staff and ensure that all deliverables are provided to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Communication with the President and Senior Management Team in the development of policies, strategic planning, and execution of corporate initiatives.
2. Preparation and management of the annual department budget and staff needs.
3. Preparation and/or coordination of winning proposals for transportation services.
4. Participation in the hiring process including promotion and recruiting.
5. Provide direction, training, performance management, professional development, and mentorship to the transportation engineering team.
6. Provide lead technical support to the team for the assessment and design of highways including related technical reporting, drawings, and specifications.
7. Provide direction to engineers and designers to support, maintain, and improve team capabilities and technical competence, and maintaining high quality of work.
8. Champion the implementation of Health & Safety policies and practices within the Transportation Engineering team for both in office and field work.
9. Manage, maintain, and monitor key external client relationships to ensure we understand client needs and expectations.
10. Manage and coordinate as necessary, interdepartmental relationships and work (ongoing and prospective work).
11. Keep up to date with relevant and applicable local, provincial, and federal government regulations as they apply to the transportation group.
12. Contribute as a Senior Engineer/Project Manager on transportation department projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with 15+ years of related Transportation experience, including supervisory/management experience.
2. Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario or eligible to be licensed within six (6) months of employment.
3. Past design experience with MTO Highways. Preference will be given to candidates with existing qualifications, or ability to qualify for key MTO RAQS designations in Highway Engineering categories.
4. Committed to quality improvement and D.M. Wills core values and experienced in the development and management of staff and project teams.
5. Strong inter-personal relationship skills with the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other employees, government officials, agencies, and contractors.
6. Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, an Ontario G class drivers license.
7. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
8. Proven ability to develop and maintain clients and viewed in the market as an expert in the transportation field.

Work Culture

At Wills, we build partnerships with our team members, clients and community rooted in respect and fostered through a work environment that is committed to supporting, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Wills, we value smart work and promote a work-life balance for team members through our flexible work options including hybrid work options. We provide a social and professional working environment that supports personal and professional goals for our team members.

We believe what we do has a significant impact on our community and the communities where we work. This is something we take very seriously.

Why this Job Matters

At Wills, we form partnerships with our staff, our clients, and the public to create solutions that work for today’s complex problems. On a micro-level the work you do contributes to successful project completion and exceeding clients’ expectations. On a macro-level, the work you do, as a leader in Wills’ Transportation Department, has a direct impact on the safety and mobility of our friends, families, and the people of Ontario every day. The daily activities and decisions made by our transportation team have a direct impact on the millions of people who rely on our transportation infrastructure, both locally and provincially – something you can take pride in and feel good about.

What You Will Gain

As the Manager, Transportation Engineering, you will maintain and build on the great reputation of the company and transportation team. You will have the opportunity to apply your honed transportation engineering design skills on the projects that you choose and to mentor and further develop your team. Depending on your interests and motivation, this job can provide an opportunity for growth into many transportation engineering services areas.

Wills offers a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits and merit-based bonuses for performance and tenure. Salary will be commensurate with experience and ranges from $110,000 - $160,000.

This position is located in either Peterborough or Bancroft, Ontario, with hybrid work options available.

If you are a goal oriented, initiative taking individual who is looking to join and lead a successful team, Wills is interested in speaking with you.

We sincerely thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Throughout the selection process, accommodations are available to candidates upon request; please advise us if you require accommodation.