Senior Transportation/Roadway Designer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald Canada is currently involved in several major infrastructure projects in Canada. We are currently seeking a Senior Transportation/Roadway Designer to support our growing civil team to assist with infrastructure assignments for public and private-sector clients.

You will have the opportunity to work for local clients across the country through our Vancouver and Toronto offices. This position offers opportunities to work on projects from around the world with colleagues from various backgrounds, tapping into the expertise of our global practices.

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Develop preliminary and detailed design based on engineering reports, detailed notes, and client specifications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Design roadways using Civil 3D is a must, knowledge of OpenRoads design software is a plus.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed design drawings, including plans, profiles, cross-sections, geometrics, drainage and utilities.
• Prepare design quantities, cost estimates, and provide technical support throughout the tendering and construction processes.
• Coordinate with project managers and design team members to understand project requirements and deliverables, and participate in decisions regarding technical methods, scheduling, and cost.
• Adhere to industry design standards and drafting requirements.
• Mentor, coach, and train junior staff, providing ongoing support and guidance for junior staff.
• Review and issue finalize shop drawings.
• Coordinate and mentor junior staff.
• Following checking and self-checking process, issuing drawings to internal and external clients, and managing electronic information.
• Engage as part of large multidisciplinary teams and coordinate design documents for consistency.
• Engage effectively and professionally in verbal and written communications.
• Utilize collaboration techniques for information management and implement Building Information Modelling (BIM).
• Training team members in technical software and collaboration tools, design coordination workflows.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• 10-15 years of Experience in Linear Infrastructure or Site Development Projects.
• (C.Tech or C.E.T.) Certification is an asset.
• Emphasis and proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D. Experience with MicroStation and InRoads will be considered.
• Strong computer software skills with ProjectWise, Word, Excel & MS Project.
• Comprehensive knowledge with TAC, including various Municipal & Regional design and drafting standards.
• Skilled in cost estimating, quantity preparation and specification writing.
• Have a track record of gaining approval of infrastructure designs from roads authorities and environmental agencies.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and deliver projects under stringent schedules in a fast-paced turnaround environment.
• Excellent time management skills, setting priorities, to complete deliverables on time.
• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand what tasks are required to deliver projects and assignments successfully, as well as solving technical challenges while developing new workflows.
• Genuine interest to develop and progress digital delivery with a propensity for learning.
• Maintain and improve knowledge of drafting techniques, standards, practices, and engineering procedures.

The following additional attributes are preferred:

• Strong written and communication skills
• Confident and positive attitude
• Ability to build and harbor good working relationships with our business partners, suppliers, contractors, and clients
• Ability to conduct their work independently
• Flexibility to travel

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.

Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.

The expected salary range for this position is from $110,000 - $135,500.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.