Principal Project Manager Project Transportation Project Delivery

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.

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects in Toronto. This role requires a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who can manage complex project lifecycles, drive performance, and ensure alignment with client expectations and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.

• Develop and implement project execution strategies, risk management plans, and performance metrics.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

• Manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate across engineering, design, construction, and commercial functions.

• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards.

• Provide leadership in resolving project challenges, facilitating decision-making, and maintaining momentum.

• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and promote a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Mentor and support junior project managers and contribute to talent development within the team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Ontario or eligible for licensure.

• PMP certification is an asset.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in project management, with a focus on infrastructure or transportation projects.

• Proven track record of delivering large, complex projects on time and within budget.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience with project delivery under design-build or alternative delivery models.

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing projects in transit, transportation, or urban infrastructure sectors.

• Familiarity with Canadian public sector procurement and delivery frameworks.

• Ability to lead large teams across multiple disciplines and geographies.

• Knowledge of Progressive Design Build or similar contract models.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

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.

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.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.