MTO Project Manager – Lead Bridge Engineer in North Bay

As an MTO Project Manager and Lead Bridge Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering complex bridge and transportation structure projects (with an emphasis on leading MTO bridge-focused assignments), while supporting the continued growth of LEA's Bridge Sector. Combining technical expertise, project management, strong leadership traits, client relationship management, and business development acumen, you will help strengthen LEA's presence across Northern Ontario and beyond.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will lead the design, rehabilitation, and evaluation of transportation structures, effectively manage projects for MTO and other clients, provide mentorship to technical staff, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. You will also support business development initiatives, lead the pursuit of new project opportunities, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects that enhance the communities we serve.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional with an entrepreneurial spirit who is passionate about technical excellence, building strong client relationships, and helping grow a thriving bridge engineering practice.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Support the growth of LEA's Bridge Sector through client engagement, business development, and the identification and pursuit of opportunities within Northern Ontario and other strategic markets, especially with MTO.
• Lead business development activities to strengthen client relationships, expand LEA's market presence, and grow the project portfolio across Ontario.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring proactive relationship management and strategic guidance to build long-term partnerships.
• Lead the design of new transportation infrastructure (such as bridges, culverts, and retaining walls), as well as the rehabilitation of existing structures.
• Act as a Senior Project Manager, Project Lead or Key Individual on projects as required.
• Support and promote a culture of health and safety by ensuring compliance with policies and proactively identifying and mitigating workplace hazards.

The qualifications you need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, with a minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in bridge and structural engineering, and project management or coordination activities.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and membership in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• Demonstrated experience leading the design, rehabilitation, and evaluation of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other transportation structures.
• Strong knowledge of CSA S6 (CHBDC), CSA A23, CSA S16, OBC, OPSS, and MTO Structural and Rehabilitation Manuals.

At LEA, we offer a total rewards package designed to support your financial well-being, health, and work-life balance, along with unique opportunities for shareholding and long-term share value growth.

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.