AECOM

Highway Design Project Manager, PEng

AECOM • $80K — $110K *
Markham, ON L3R 0G6In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years of experience in transportation engineering or highway design
  • Licensed as PEng or PMP certification preferred or in progress
  • 6+ years of experience in MTO highway projects preferred
  • Proficiency in design software like MicroStation or AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Strong understanding of MTO standards and TAC guidelines

Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing highway and roadway design projects for MTO compliance
  • Support preparation of engineering plans and specifications for infrastructure
  • Work with teams to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery
  • Participate in client meetings and ensure effective communication
  • Assist in project scheduling, cost control, and contract administration
  • Support risk management and quality assurance compliance
  • Provide input during design phases and help prepare project reports

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and leave of absence options
  • Flexible work options and well-being resources
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan
  • Service recognition awards
  • Business travel insurance
  • Employee assistance program
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager for highway and roadway design projects to be based in Markham, Ontario. The successful candidate will support project delivery in accordance with MTO (Ministry of Transportation, Ontario) standards and procedures while gaining leadership experience in transportation infrastructure projects.

This is a newly created position.

Job Description
  • Assist in the management and coordination of highway and roadway design projects, ensuring compliance with MTO specifications and standards.
  • Support the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and estimates for highway and transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
  • Assist in project scheduling, cost control, and liaison with the client during contract administration.
  • Participate in client meetings and stakeholder coordination, ensuring effective communication between all parties.
  • Support project risk management, quality assurance, and compliance with MTO and industry regulations.
  • Provide technical input for preliminary and detail design phases.
  • Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and proposals for project pursuits.
  • Develop an understanding of business development and proposal processes to support growth opportunities.

Other Responsibilities
  • Help track project progress, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
  • Coordinate with internal and external teams to support efficient project execution.
  • Assist in budget management, invoicing, and financial reporting for assigned projects.
  • Gain exposure to AECOM's project management certification process to develop leadership skills.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in transportation engineering, highway design, or related infrastructure projects.
  • PEng or PMP

Preferred Qualifications.
  • Ideally 6+ years of experience in MTO highway/roadway projects, including preliminary and detail design for transportation projects.
  • Strong understanding of MTO standards, TAC guidelines, and transportation engineering principles.
  • Proficiency in design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Knowledge of project scheduling and management tools, such as MS Project or Primavera.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Experience in client coordination, report preparation, and proposal development is an asset.
  • Eligible for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensing in Ontario or already licensed.
  • Prior experience with business development and proposal writing is a plus.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking to transition into project management and gain hands-on experience with MTO projects.

Additional Information
  • Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position


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AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
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