Traffic Surveyor in Markham

In this role, you will conduct field surveys and audits involving vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, transit operations, parking utilization, travel times, and roadway conditions to support transportation planning and traffic engineering studies throughout the Region of Peel and surrounding municipalities. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, have strong attention to detail, and are interested in transportation, traffic operations, and data collection. Working closely with experienced Transportation Professionals, you will contribute to projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and mobility of transportation networks while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in the transportation consulting industry.

LEA is an employee‑owned engineering consulting firm with a 72‑year history. We provide multidisciplinary engineering services across Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management. We have a strong track record of delivering high‑quality, recognized projects in the Transportation & Systems Division, encompassing Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, Transportation Design, Transportation Safety, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Infrastructure Security Systems, and Traffic Signal and Street Lighting.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Participating in a variety of transportation data collection projects involving the collection, compilation, analysis, and quality review of traffic and transit survey data.
• Conduct turning movement count surveys to collect vehicle, pedestrian, and cyclist volumes at intersections.
• Conduct cordon count surveys to record the number of vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users crossing a designated screen line or roadway segment.
• Ensure all data collected is accurate, complete, and compliant with project requirements and quality standards.
• Adhere to company health and safety policies and procedures while conducting fieldwork.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned within the scope of the Transportation & Systems Division.

The qualifications you need:

• Very good communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately observe, record, and report transportation data.
• Capable of accurately documenting field notes, observations, and survey results.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly in field environments with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and during early morning, evening, weekend, or extended survey periods as required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Comfortable using transportation data collection equipment.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and possess a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence.
• Willing and able to travel to various project locations across Region of Peel.
• Ability to follow established health and safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment at all times.

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $21/h.
• Approximately 34 hours per week available during the survey period.
• Type of Position: Part‑Time Contract – Expected to run from September through October, with the potential for an extension into November.
• Contract Duration: Approximately 8 weeks (September through October 2026), with the possibility of extension through November 2026 (up to 10 weeks).

Typical survey periods are conducted during the following times:

• Monday to Thursday.
• Survey schedule (8.15-hour shifts): AM Shift - 5:00 AM To 1:15 PM; PM Shift - 12:30 PM to 8:45 PM.

LEA Consulting Ltd. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer, with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) embedded in all strategic planning and operational activities. We evaluate all qualified candidates based on their skills and experiences, without regard to factors such as age, colour, conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted, disability, family status, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, marital/family status, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

LEA is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment or interview process, please contact People@LEA.ca.