There is nothing more Canadian than a road trip through Northern Ontario. Towering rock faces give way to scenic outlooks. If a vast northern landscape riddled with lakes, trees and rocks appeals to you and you are an engineer seeking an opportunity to be part of a once in a lifetime construction project - the Ministry of Transportation wants to hear from you.

MTO is recruiting a number of Lead Engineers to support the Team completing the construction of Highway 69 between Parry Sound and Sudbury. Highway 69 is a transformative transportation project that is enhancing one of Ontario's most important trade and travel corridors.

The remaining four-laning work presents exciting engineering challenges, including major interchange construction, new bridges, innovative contract delivery approaches, and environmentally sensitive design solutions. As part of a committed and passionate team you will have the chance to use your ingenuity to overcome the challenges this breath taking and rugged geography can present. You can hone your creativity as you work in collaboration with others on innovative approaches to expediting construction of this highway which is so vital to northern Ontario.

Check out this opportunity to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure program while advancing your career through meaningful leadership, technical excellence, and project delivery experience on projects of provincial significance today.

Please note this competition is for two permanent positions, and the successful candidates may work out of one of the following office locations:

- 437 Mckeown Avenue, North Bay
- 3767 Highway 69 South, Sudbury
- 704024 Rockley Road, Temiskaming Shores, New Liskeard -
- 207 Main Street West, Huntsville

About the job

Delivering large and complex transportation projects, you will:

- lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams for preliminary and detailed design of highway improvements
- manage external consultants
- work with senior management, municipalities, external stakeholders, and the public
- work cooperatively with other transportation professionals to develop programs for capital and expansion investments
- support the delivery of a regional capital program
- administer corridor investment planning activities
- provide technical engineering assessments
- ensure the protection of the ministry's interests
- resolve complex planning and engineering issues

About us The Transportation Infrastructure Management Division (TIMD) works in collaboration with other divisions to support MTO's commitment to provide a safe, efficient,



and reliable transportation system by delivering on a capital program, including the planning, engineering and construction, and other related program administration functions of the provincial highway network and other provincial transportation infrastructure. Program activities also involve investment planning and asset management, engineering and design, property acquisition, new construction planning and sourcing, asset rehabilitation and renewal, contract management and oversight, and environmental assessments.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

- You are licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or you currently have accreditation as a Professional Engineer in a Canadian Province or Territory, and you will obtain a Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) license as a condition of accepting this position.
- You possess a valid driver's license, or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.

Leadership and guidance skills

You have

- well developed leadership and project management skills to assign and schedule work, lead project teams, establish and adjust schedules, assign resources, supervise and direct staff; manage service providers, including acquisition, administration and evaluation of consultants
- the ability to prioritize and execute tasks at moment's notice to support stakeholder correspondence and area office service requests

Civil engineering and legislation knowledge

You have

- knowledge of theories, principles and practices of civil engineering related to highway engineering
- knowledge of related fields, including geotechnical, pavement design, structural, drainage, surveys, electrical, traffic, and construction practices
- knowledge of, and demonstrated ability to interpret and apply, related legislative acts (Environmental Assessment Act, Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act, Drainage Act, etc.)

Communication, interpersonal, negotiation and relationship building skills

You have

- communication and presentation skills to make presentations and represent the ministry as an expert witness on engineering-related matters
- relationship building skills to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, associates, senior officials and the public




- written communication skills to prepare, write, edit and/or present complex materials
- negotiation skills to work with external service providers and consultants

Project management knowledge

You have

- knowledge of project management techniques required to manage projects of moderate size and complexity, including working knowledge of Value Engineering techniques

Problem solving, analytical and decision making skills

You

- are able to identify problems and prepare reports and alternative recommendations on all engineering matters and technical matters
- are able to assess recommendations for technical adequacy and consistency with ministry policies
- have analytical and problem solving skills to coordinate and develop infrastructure plans, conduct trade-off analysis, and produce listings of capital programs
- have strong analytical skills to prepare and recommend alternative designs balancing economic benefit, risk and environmental impact

Additional information

Address:

- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 437 Mckeown Ave, North Bay, North Region or 3767 Hwy 69 South, Sudbury, North Region or 704024 Rockley Rd, New Liskeard, North Region or 207 Main St W, Huntsville, Central Region

How to apply:

You must apply online.

Remember:

The deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.

Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .

Pre Screening Questions

P.Eng - Which of the following best describes your current Qualified Engineer (P.Eng.) licensure?

a. Licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) b. Licensed as a P.Eng. in another Canadian province or territory and willing to obtain PEO licensur c. I do not currently hold a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in Canada

P.Eng - If you are registered with PEO or another Canadian province or territory, please enter your license number. (Max 250 Words)

DL - Do you possess a valid driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario?

Yes No

Are you interested in the 437 Mckeown Avenue, North Bay location?

Yes No

Are you interested in the 3767 Highway 69 South, Sudbury location?

Yes No

Are you interested in the 704024 Rockley Road, Temiskaming Shores, New Liskeard location?

Yes No

Are you interested in the 207 Main Street West, Huntsville location?

Yes No

📌 Lead Engineer, Projects (PMG) (Ontario)
🏢 Ontario Ministry of Transportation/ Ministère des Transports de l’Ontario
📍 Ontario