Principal Civil Engineering Lead

Job Description

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 is leading the delivery of transformative infrastructure projects across the country, and as our major project portfolio expands, we are seeking a Principal Civil Engineering Lead to guide and inspire a diverse, multi‑disciplinary team. This critical people‑leadership role is ideal for a seasoned civil engineering professional who excels at developing talent, fostering collaboration across technical disciplines, and steering complex infrastructure solutions from vision to delivery. You will play a central role in shaping project strategy, empowering cross‑functional teams, and driving outcomes that create lasting value for our clients and the communities we serve.

As a Principal Civil Engineering Lead, you would be accountable for the below:

• Providing senior technical and design leadership to steer the planning, delivery, and design management of major infrastructure projects and programs.

• Leading and collaborating within large, multidisciplinary project teams, setting expectations for coordination, reviewing design documentation for consistency, and fostering an integrated approach across engineering disciplines.

• Serving as Engineer-of-Record for key project packages, supported by a team of technical specialists and production staff, while establishing a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement.

• Offering strong people leadership through mentorship, coaching, and oversight of intermediate and junior team members, actively developing talent and supporting technical growth across the practice.

• Contributing to strategic proposal development, bringing forward technical insight, team planning, and leadership perspectives that strengthen win strategies and position the organization for future success.

• Building and maintaining trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, and playing a key leadership role in shaping the ongoing development and success of major infrastructure programs.

The successful candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering

• Registered Professional Engineer registered with the PEO;

• 15+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering design in any major infrastructure sector (transportation, transit, water/waste water conveyance, municipal, highway or other related market sector);

• Experience in team leadership and management;

• Strong written and communication skills;

• Confident and positive attitude;

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 $160,000 - $200,000.

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.
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