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Project Manager I - Road Operations

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

 

At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment and strong long-term financial position and AAA credit rating.

 

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.

 

Posting ID: 4928
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering, Construction & Transportation Management
Pay Range: $87,515 - $109,410
Job Type: Contract < 1 Year
Contract Duration: Up to 6 months 
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Public Works)
Employee Group: OCT
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy 
Posting Date: January 28, 2026
Application Deadline: February 11, 2026

 

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months.


If this position becomes eligible to be filled permanently, the successful candidate from this competition may beappointed to the role.


If you’re enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with Halton Region but don’t meet every qualification listed, we stillencourage you to apply! This position may be eligible for an underfill opportunity for candidates who do not meet everyqualification. We’re always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team!

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Project Advisor, the Project Manager 1 - Road Operations is responsible for managing programs related to Halton Region’s advanced traffic management system, providing improvements to roadway asset rehabilitation and replacement strategies while enabling a more effective approach to managing urgent and emergency related roadway infrastructure rehabilitations. This position will provide technical support to staff responsible for Transportation Asset Management and participate in corporate projects such as the Advanced Traffic Management System, Asset Management and Maintenance Management Plan Projects, Asset Criticality and Decision Support System (DSS) Project. This position will also undertake project management of highly visible corporate projects and special projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide project management and technical support for the Region’s Advance Traffic Management System and the required ITS components.
  • Supporting minor Capital works and initiatives, Intersection improvements, culvert and storm rehab and repairs, guide rail replacements, retaining wall rehab and replacements.
  • Reviews traffic staging plans, road design components, traffic signals designs and illumination designs for development and capital projects. 
  • Reviews/Evaluates transportation studies for transportation related impacts/analysis at the network and intersection level.
  • Provides technical support for various technical documents such as the Road Design Guidelines, Uniform Traffic Signal Specifications (UTSS), Landscape Design Guidelines, Storm Water Design Guidelines and Salt Management Plan.
  • Asset management related deliverables such as pro-actively monitoring the condition of all regional transportation assets through OSIM Inspections (Bridges / Culverts / Retaining Walls / Noise walls), 
  • Developing business cases and project charters for Capital improvements.
  • Facilitate the development of strategic transportation policies in accordance with Provincial legislation and Halton’s Strategic Plan and address the emerging needs of the community stakeholders.
  • Administers agreements through working with respective internal and external stakeholders such as Boundary Road, Maintenance Agreements.   
  • Provides input to continuous improvement working closely with the Engineering Management Office as well as upstream / downstream stakeholders. 
  • Provide recommendations and decisions about current and proposed policy options and the development and implementation of new policies to Senior Management. 
  • Represents Road Operations on internal and external stakeholder groups
  • Facilitates Capital Regional Road Project Charter / Design reviews and comments including Proposed improvements for issues or conflicts relating to Road Operations and Maintenance as well as Traffic Operations & Safety.
  • Reviews and collaborates with Engineering Capital group relating to Active Transportation and Complete Streets design
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Post-Secondary Degree in Civil Engineering or accredited diploma in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Transportation Engineering.
  • Ontario certification as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.).
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in Traffic Signals and Illumination Design, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Road Design, Traffic Engineering, Road Operations/Maintenance and Municipal Roadway Maintenance Planning and Operations.
  • Strong oral & written communication, facilitation, negotiation and dispute resolution skills, to successfully interface with multiple stakeholders, including regional staff, contractors, consultants, council and the public.  
  • Excellent technical knowledge and experience in planning, design, construction and commissioning of road, water and wastewater infrastructure, including best practices and evolving technologies methods.
  • Thorough understanding of the following transportation asset classes: Roads, Active Transportation facilities, Bridges, Tunnels, Culverts, Retaining Walls, Guide Rails, Storm Sewer and Signalized intersections. 
  • Demonstrated expertise in traffic operations, ITS, roadway maintenance operations, highway design, transportation planning, and capital and operating budget development.
  • Experience in project management and demonstrates knowledge of key principles including management of scope, schedule, budget, stakeholders, quality, and change, among others.
  • In-depth technical engineering and construction knowledge.
  • Expertise with Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications (OPSS), Ontario Provincial Standard Drawings (OPSD), MTO Geometric Design Standards, MTO Roadside Safety Manual, TAC Geometric Design Guidelines, Ontario Traffic Manuals including Book 7 - Temporary Conditions, Book 12 – Traffic Signals, Book 18 - Cycling Facilities, Book 15 – Pedestrian Facilities, Protected Intersection Guidelines and Storm Water Design Guidelines.

Working/ Employment Conditions

  • The successful incumbents must be flexible in working hours as there may be frequent trips to operational facilities and project sites.
  • Incumbent must supply their own transportation.

Important information about your application:

  • In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
  • Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.  
  • Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
  • We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
  • Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
  • If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

 

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.

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