Major Projects - Deputy Project Manager

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Your future starts here. 
 
Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development. 
 
At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey. 

Our values showcase everything we believe in: 

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.   

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.  

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.   

• Reporting to the Project Manager, the Deputy Project Manager will be responsible for supporting the overall success of Major Projects in Canada.
• Be the key coordinator on all Program Wide internal projects with various disciplines.
• Lead and manage Program wide projects from inception to completion (this could include, but is not limited to, reconstructions/rehabilitation of railways, airfields, integrated roadways, watermain, storm and sanitary sewer, active transportation infrastructure, utility relocation and coordination, etc.).
• Monitoring industry standards and developments, assessing client needs and making concrete decisions on proposed solutions.
• Monitoring project financial performance and support invoicing of the client.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and internal project team members/disciplines.
• Participating in the preparation of engineering services change orders / proposals for additional effort/work.
• Maintaining control of the schedule to ensure we deliver by agreed-upon due dates.
• Advancing projects through the concept, design, and construction phases, managing existing clients and developing new clients.
• Design and design assistance / support to other Project Managers on project delivery.
• Liaising with clients, government and/or regulatory bodies as well as contractors.
• Maintaining positive relationships with existing and prospective clients, internal and external stakeholders.
• Track timelines and submissions of work, support the delivery of these elements.
• Providing technical guidance, support, and oversight to junior engineers and technical staff working on the projects.

Other duties:

• As part of the Transportation team, you will be looked on to support the acquisition phase of new major and strategic projects throughout Canada from a Project Management perspective (with a focus on Civil elements – roads/utilities etc.). This will include supporting the bid phases development, acting as a subject matter expert on civil related elements, staff resourcing, support strategic decision making on projects, coordinate among internal and external disciplines, complete costing and scheduling etc. 
• In a Leadership position within the Transportation team, you will support recruitment and building of a team to support the above activities.

What do we need from you

• University degree in Engineering, with an Ing. or P.Eng. designation preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in engineering design, project management, or business development within the municipal sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in transportation infrastructure design and delivery.
• Experience leading and managing teams of professionals.
• Strong analytical, synthesis, and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Proven organizational capabilities and a flexible, solution-driven approach to challenges.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English - French considered and asset.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.