Senior Project Director, Transit Planning

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Project Director, Transit Planning

CIMA+’s Transportation team has established a reputation for excellence within the transportation sector by successfully delivering thousands of projects over the past 30 years. Our talented engineers can lead any type of project, regardless of its complexity and scale. The team draws on diverse experience, including planning, design, inspection, construction management, and infrastructure reconstruction in both rural and urban environments. We take a holistic approach to transportation projects that minimizes environmental impact, promotes sustainable growth, and supports resilient communities. Our innovative solutions integrate all modes of transportation, ensuring the safe and efficient coexistence of motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists. Join us to work in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where your ideas can thrive and make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries, inspire creativity, and drive success!

We are seeking a well-established senior leader in the Ontario transit planning market with recognized experience in leading Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP) projects and extensive contacts with transit agencies, municipalities, and the consulting industry.

Reporting directly to the Vice-President of Transportation Ontario, you will support CIMA+’s growth initiatives in the transit planning market in Ontario, with a focus on TPAP and BRT markets, by identifying potential projects, defining bid strategies, and leading project delivery.

You will be supported by our teams of talented resources in mobility, transportation, environmental planning, infrastructure, project management, bid support, and marketing to focus on the added value you bring to CIMA+ in reputation, qualification, and expertise.

This role can be based in any of our Ontario offices, including Mississauga, Burlington, Bowmanville, London, Kitchener, and Ottawa.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strengthen, expand, lead, and inspire our team of professionals, technicians, and support staff, focusing on transit planning
• Develop and implement business development strategies to support CIMA+’s growth in Ontario’s transit planning market
• Define bid strategies and lead proposal development (technical and financial)
• Lead and manage transit planning projects, from light assignments to large, complex multidisciplinary projects
• Support large transit projects as a discipline lead when expertise is required
• Oversee project teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors
• Support growth of our mobility and transit practice through targeted recruitment and team building
• Mentor and support junior project managers and staff
• Participate in CIMA+’s overall business development, marketing, and cross-business initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) from Professional Engineers Ontario
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) from Ontario Professional Planners Institute
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in transit planning
• In-depth knowledge of transit systems and the Ontario transit market
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder engagement, with Project Manager roles in TPAP projects
• Strong financial skills, with experience managing budgets, procurement, and contracts
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of presenting complex information clearly
• Strategic mindset with the ability to build partnerships across the company and industry to position CIMA+ for success

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you :

• Comprehensive benefits from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours/week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• Opportunity to purchase shares as an employee-owned company
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Work/Life balance policies across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on experience
• Tailored training to enhance your skills

Additional Information

At CIMA+, ethics and integrity are fundamental. We are committed to providing equal access to resources and opportunities for all candidates, regardless of identity or background.

We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, and visible minorities, and ask candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying.

Accommodations are available upon request. Your Business Partner will assist with your request.

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