Tetra Tech

Pavement Management Engineer

Tetra Tech • $75K — $95K *
Edmonton, AB T5A 0A1In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline, focusing on Pavement, Transportation, or Infrastructure Management.
  • 3-6 years of experience in pavement management or related analytics.
  • Proven experience with RoadMatrix™ PMS for data loading and reporting.
  • Strong understanding of pavement condition data and performance modeling principles.
  • Proficiency in SQL databases and GIS platforms like Esri ArcGIS.
  • Experience in life-cycle cost analysis and rehabilitation programming.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Configure and maintain RoadMatrix™ SQL databases for data integrity and integration.
  • Prepare and transform pavement performance datasets using RoadMatrix™ templates.
  • Manage data accuracy through verification and quality control checks.
  • Apply condition indices to assess pavement quality and performance.
  • Forecast pavement performance by validating deterioration models and trigger settings.
  • Conduct Maintenance & Rehabilitation analyses to determine cost-effectiveness.
  • Generate reports and maps to illustrate pavement quality trends.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package available from day one.
  • Overtime calculated at 1.5 times standard rates.
  • Hybrid work culture promoting flexibility.
  • Focus on work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team environment that values employee contributions.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Pavement Management Engineer to our Asset Management team based Remote, anywhere in Canada.

The successful candidate will ensure data integrity, perform advanced network analyses, and deliver actionable pavement management insights, while helping strengthen and expand Tetra Tech's RoadMatrix™ client relationships.

This position is ideal for an engineer with strong analytical and technical skills who thrives in data-driven environments and is passionate about optimizing infrastructure performance through evidence-based asset management.

Your Role:
  • Configure and maintain RoadMatrix™ SQL databases, including section setup, parameter management, and GIS integration with Esri platforms.
  • Prepare, transform, and load performance datasets using official RoadMatrix™ templates (e.g., NEW_SECT, SECT_ATTR, FWD, DISTRESS, and ROUGHNESS).
  • Manage data accuracy and quality through verification, QC checks, and documentation of all data transformations.
  • Apply and interpret condition indices (RCI, VCI/SDI, SAI, PQI) to evaluate surface, structural, and ride quality performance.
  • Configure and validate deterioration models, curve sets, and trigger settings to forecast pavement performance and remaining service life.
  • Implement Maintenance & Rehabilitation (M&R) analyses using decision trees, treatment benefits, and cost-effectiveness models.
  • Develop and assess budget and life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) scenarios, comparing service level targets, deficiencies, and network performance outcomes.
  • Operate extended RoadMatrix™ modules, including Assets, Program, Work, and Sidewalk, to manage asset inventories, completed works, and future programs.
  • Generate and interpret maps, reports, and charts illustrating PQI trends, budget impacts, and rehabilitation priorities.
  • Communicate results clearly in both technical and non-technical terms, supporting client presentations and long-term asset management strategies.
  • Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
    Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
  • Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
  • Additional duties as required.


Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (Pavement, Transportation, or Infrastructure Management focus preferred).
  • 3-6 years of experience in pavement management, asset management, or transportation infrastructure analytics.
  • Proven experience with RoadMatrix™ PMS, including data loading, modeling, and reporting.
  • Strong understanding of pavement condition data (IRI, distress, FWD) and performance modeling principles.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL databases, and GIS platforms (Esri ArcMap/ArcGIS Online).
  • Working knowledge of life-cycle cost analysis, rehabilitation programming, and benefit-cost prioritization.
  • Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills with a focus on quality and consistency.
  • Experience with data collection technologies (LCMS, FWD, or GPR) would be considered an asset.
  • Familiarity with municipal or provincial asset management frameworks would be considered an asset.
  • Exposure to Cartegraph, or similar systems would be considered an asset.
  • Registration or eligibility for P.Eng. / E.I.T. would be considered an asset.


Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):
  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
  • Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
  • We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
  • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
  • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

    Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

    LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
    X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech, Inc. is an American engineering services company that provides consulting, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company serves a range of industries, including water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The company operates in over 50 countries and has more than 20,000 employees.
Learn more about Tetra Tech
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$178.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ
TTEK
* Ladders Estimates

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