What is the role?

The Civil Engineer & Project Manager will lead and manage various municipal and civil engineering projects, focusing on municipal design systems. The role offers opportunities to work across multiple sectors, including Transit, Land Development, Water Resources, and Municipal projects.

The candidate will work on projects in southwestern Ontario and will also support projects throughout the Greater Toronto Area and across Ontario.

The role provides opportunities to contribute to significant projects across a range of sectors while supporting the growth and development of the engineering team, with the added benefit of collaborating with teams in different locations across Ontario. This is a great opportunity to join a growing professional team of engineers and designers with a focus on growth and professional development.

Why join LEA?
LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a history of 70 years. We provide engineering consulting services in the areas of Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

In the Civil Division at LEA, we specialize in the preliminary and detailed design of civil services for land development, transit, municipal, drainage and hydrology, water resources, and provincial roads. Our expertise has contributed to numerous landmark projects across these sectors.

At LEA, we strive towards a common goal, which isself-realization and achieving the highest possible results. The company is fully owned by its employees andeveryones collective efforts directly contribute to the firms longstanding success.

Were confident that by joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Has been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer and Canadas Top Employer for Young People for 2025, highlighting our commitment to fostering an outstanding workplace culture and supporting the next generation of professionals.
• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total compensation package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Cultivates team camaraderie and collaboration, offering a variety of social events aimed at fostering relationships across the company including sports leagues, game nights, special events, and volunteer/charitable opportunities.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving ourEnvironmental, Social & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion taking part in meaningful projects.
  In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:
• Work with southwest Ontario lead to develop new opportunities and increase business.
• Represent LEA as a consulting Engineer in meetings with different clients, stakeholders including Municipalities and Transit Agencies.
• Design and Reporting of Storm Water Management Systems, Municipal Systems (Watermains, Storm and Sanitary Sewers, Roads) including Trenchless Design (water main and sewer rehabilitation and various tunnelling techniques).
• Servicing Studies and Environment Assessments including capacity analysis and modelling, Condition Assessments, Sewer Capacity Analysis, and Construction and Life Cycle Project Costing.
• Act as a Project Coordinator or Manager overseeing budgets, schedules, risk management, and project reporting.
• Manage the collection of background information and plan and review field investigations for municipal projects.
• Assist with the preparation of composite utility plans and utility conflict identification and mitigation.
• Seal various Engineering drawings and reports as required.
• Attend project meetings and interface with clients and with other Engineers.
• Coordinate within the design team and assist project managers with schedules and day-to-day project management tasks.
• Assist in developing project specifications and cost estimates.
• Liaise with other internal and multi-disciplined projects and departments and sub-consultants in coordinating technical aspects of the work under the direction of a Senior Engineer.
• Participate in training activities and provide technical training for other members of the team.
• Participate in the preparation of Municipal, Transit proposals.
• Continuously grow professional skills and knowledge through training sessions, seminars, workshops, and involvement in professional associations to stay updated on the latest trends, software, and technology.
• Assisting with managing other related assignments within the scope of the Civil Division.
  The qualifications you need:
• Bachelor of Civil Engineering with 10 to 15 years of experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
• Proficiency in industry-relevant software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, InRoads, Civil3D)
• Strong knowledge of Municipal and Transportation Engineering principles, design standards, and Jurisdictional Design Guidelines (e.g., OPSS/OPSD, TAC, MTO, AODA)
• Strategic, process-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Proven ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and designers

The work arrangement:

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone.

LEA's Commitment to Inclusive Hiring and Equal Opportunity:

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. As part of our commitment to fair representation and equitable access to opportunities, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, newcomers, persons with disabilities, racial and ethnic minorities, refugees, veterans, and women.

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.

Accessibility:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals, including candidates applying for positions within the organization. For information, assistance or accommodation requests, please contact [email protected]. We remain committed to ensuring that accommodation is available after hiring.

Apply and stay connected with LEA:

We appreciate your interest in joining LEA! If this role aligns with your experience, we would love to hear from you. While well only be reaching out to candidates selected for an interview, we encourage you to apply again when a suitable opportunity arises. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.