Company Description

Job Location(s): Open to Toronto, Ottawa, Kingston, Montreal

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

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.

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you?

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact. We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You'll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you'll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability!

Job Description

The Role:

At Egis we imagine, create, connect, and achieve a sustainable future by providing planning, engineering, and infrastructure services that fit the needs of our local communities all around the world. Our Transportation team promote and encourage innovation to create unique solutions that make positive impact on the world around us, improve living conditions, and keep people connected across land, air, and sea. Join our team and help us to ‘Impact the Future' and keep our communities connected.

Egis, renowned for its extensive experience in delivering complex projects globally, is seeking a Municipal Infrastructure Engineer to join our Transportation Municipal Team, based in the Montreal or Ottawa offices, with a hybrid work environment available. The successful candidate will be involved in diverse and impactful projects, including the preliminary and detailed design of rail and transit projects, integrated road reconstruction, linear infrastructure projects such as sewer and watermain systems, as well as active transportation initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects and a chance to tackle complex engineering challenges.

Egis has supported over 350 rail infrastructure projects and delivered more than 12,000 km of high-speed rail across three continents, ranking 8th worldwide for mass transit and rail. Our urban transit projects include metro, tramways, and light rail systems, with a focus on sustainability and operational efficiency. Notable achievements include the first driverless metro in Lyon and major projects like the Doha and Grand Paris metros.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stay ahead of industry trends and standards, assess client needs, and provide clear, effective solutions while ensuring timely client invoicing and strong financial project performance.
• Serve as a trusted resource for municipal design standards, supporting and guiding internal teams and disciplines.
• Take a leading role in preparing engineering proposals that align with client goals and objectives.
• Develop detailed technical designs, specifications, and reports for a wide range of municipal projects, ensuring quality deliverables.
• Manage project schedules effectively to deliver on time and meet or exceed client expectations.
• Oversee projects from concept through design to construction, driving success at every stage.
• Provide design expertise and support to other Project Managers, contributing to seamless project delivery.
• Build strong relationships by liaising with clients, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and contractors to ensure smooth communication and project alignment.
• Foster positive, lasting relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and trust.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following background, skills and attributes:

• A university degree in Engineering, with preference given to candidates holding an Ing. or P.Eng. designation.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering design and project management within the municipal sector, with additional expertise in proposal writing and business development considered an asset.
• Proven expertise in the design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills, with a history of mentoring and guiding technical staff to achieve project success.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, paired with attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication skills, with a talent for building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational abilities combined with a flexible, solution-oriented approach to overcoming challenges.
• Fluency in both written and spoken French and English, ensuring effective communication.
• A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel as required.
• Familiarity with rail and transit projects, which will be viewed as a valuable asset.

Additional Information

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.

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.