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Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 12+ years experience in infrastructure delivery, with a strong focus on highways
• 4+ years in senior leadership roles managing large-scale infrastructure programs.
• Proven experience delivering highway and transportation projects valued at $500M+.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 20+ years of progressive experience in infrastructure delivery, with a strong focus on highways.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-disciplinary teams and high-risk technical interfaces.
• Deep familiarity with Ontario’s transportation landscape, including MTO standards, RAQS, and contract administration protocols.
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation strongly preferred.
• PMP or PgMP certification is an asset.
• Strong background in program management, including cost, schedule, risk, and performance controls.
• Experience with environmental permitting, geotechnical challenges (e.g., deep cuts, high fills), and utility coordination.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including Indigenous consultation and public outreach.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

AECOM is seeking a seasoned and versatile Senior Program Director – Highways to lead the delivery of transformative highway infrastructure programs across Ontario. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader with a broad base of experience in transportation infrastructure, including design, construction, stakeholder engagement, and alternative delivery models. The successful candidate will bring a holistic understanding of highway program delivery, from early planning through to commissioning, and will be adept at navigating complex technical, regulatory, and stakeholder environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic leadership for the delivery of large-scale, multi-phase highway programs, including those exceeding $1B in value.
• Oversee all aspects of program execution, including design management, construction oversight, contract administration, risk mitigation, and schedule control.
• Lead and integrate program management functions, including cost control, earned value management, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Ensure robust program controls are in place to support decision-making, transparency, and accountability across all phases.
• Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across project phases and disciplines.
• Serve as the primary interface with government clients, regulatory bodies, Indigenous communities, and the public.
• Champion innovation in delivery models (e.g., CMGC, PDB), phasing strategies, and technical integration across corridor sections.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permitting, and excess soils management.
• Mentor senior staff and contribute to AECOM’s leadership presence in Ontario’s infrastructure sector.
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