Transportation Market Leader

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is looking for a dynamic and well connected Regional Transportation Lead to drive the expansion of our transportation business line in the Greater Ottawa area.

What we are looking for in a Regional Transportation Lead:

The immediate and primary focus of the successful candidate will be on promoting business development, manage and contribute to large projects and ensure financial viability of the business line in Ottawa long-term. You should also offer extensive management experience related to roadway, bridge, hydrology/hydraulics, and infrastructure design projects.

You will be responsible for building and nurturing client relationship management, while also identifying, contributing to and leading business and strategic development initiatives for regional objectives and target client programming. You will also be expected to:

• Work collaboratively with Gannett Fleming business lines and other offices to identify and pursue opportunities with Ottawa area public & private clients.
• Develop and execute growth & hiring strategy in the Ottawa area.
• Provide thought leadership, regulatory oversight and mentorship to the developing and growing team and your clients, both internal and external.
• Champion quality, excellence & other relevant corporate initiatives.
• Serve as project manager on key assignments.
• Serve as office principal / manager for acquired physical office space in Ottawa.

• 12 + years of related project experience on municipal roadway projects in Ontario and the Ottawa area.
• P. Eng designation required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Direct experience in a project management capacity with the City of Ottawa.
• Established relationships and proven experience winning pursuits with public and private clients in the Ottawa area.
• Technical excellence in civil & roadway design
• A thorough understanding of the requirements and complexities of the design and management of multi-disciplinary projects, such as utility coordination, construction staging, traffic management, public consultation, external agency approvals, communication and liaison, coordination of sub-consultants and design groups, schedule and budget control, quality control, construction administration and claims resolution.

Preferred Experience 

• Experience in BRT, LRT including intermodal transit facilities
• Familiarity and experience with various delivery models and P3 projects

At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred retirement plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preferance.

 Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location:Ottawa Ontario Canada

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID: 2025-11678

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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