Lea Consulting

Senior Project Manager, Construction Administration (MTO Projects)

Location: Open to qualified candidates throughout Ontario

What is the role?

As a Senior Project Manager, Construction Administration (MTO Projects) at LEA, you will lead the delivery of complex MTO construction projects, providing strategic oversight throughout the construction phase. You will oversee project execution, contract administration, risk management, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project outcomes. In addition to managing multidisciplinary teams, you will mentor staff, cultivate strong client relationships, support business development efforts, and play a key role in advancing LEA’s reputation as a trusted partner in transportation infrastructure delivery across Ontario.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a 72‑year history. We provide multidisciplinary engineering services across Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

At LEA's Construction & Environmental Division, we specialize in construction supervision & Contract Administration for the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) as well as Municipal Clients. Our Environmental sector focuses on Environmental Management during design and construction, environmental planning, ecology/biology, and compliance oversight monitoring.

At LEA, we are committed to producing high-quality, client-focused engineering solutions while supporting the professional growth and self-realization of our people. As an employee-owned company, every team member contributes directly to LEA’s continued success and growth. We’re 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 Canada’s Top Employer for Young People for 2025 & 2026, 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 rewards 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 companionship 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 our Environmental, 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:

Strategic Objectives

• Contribute to the expansion of the Construction Sector within existing and new regions in Ontario, as well as across other provinces, in alignment with LEA’s growth initiative and under the guidance of the Sector Lead.
• Engage in cross-divisional collaboration to pursue, secure, and deliver projects, ensuring efficient utilization of skills and resources.
• Incorporate LEA’s policies and guidelines at all levels of strategic planning.

Business Development and Clients Management

• Act as an ambassador for LEA, promoting our expertise and services to current and potential clients, leveraging existing relationships and building new ones.
• Drive day-to-day business development activities within your sector to meet growth targets and ensure the continuous expansion of market presence.
• Contribute in the preparation and submission of proposals, including RFQs, RFPs, and other procurement-related submissions to secure projects, as applicable to the sector.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring proactive relationship management and strategic guidance to build long-term partnerships.
• Participate in joint ventures and pursuit agreements, supporting the negotiation of terms and conditions of project agreements with clients, partners, contractors, sub-consultants, and other stakeholders.

Project Management

• Provide strategic leadership overseeing complex projects while offering guidance and mentorship to Contract Administrators and other staff.
• Act as a Senior Project Manager, Project Lead or Key Individual on projects as required.
• Implement methodologies to optimize the performance of Project Managers and Project Coordinators.
• Implement quality management protocols, ensuring the execution of quality reviews throughout the project delivery process.
• Provide guidance in identifying and managing project risks.

Staff Management

• Review and recommend recruitment requests to align with the Sector’s needs.
• Participate in recruiting and evaluating potential candidates and key strategic hires for the sector and division.
• Coach, mentor, and train staff in areas such as business development, project management, and client relations, with a focus on developing exceptional client experiences. Ensure other managers in the sector are doing the same with their reports.
• Review and approve training needs and associated costs to ensure alignment with the sector’s objectives.
• Evaluate and implement an effective team structure that supports optimal performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, development, and constructive feedback.

Other

• Drive innovation within the sector by embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance operations, project management/delivery and business development.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Support LEA committees and corporate initiatives, acting as a role model for the division in promoting LEA’s values and culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Division Lead.

The qualifications you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction project management, including at least 5 years managing MTO projects.
• Proven experience successfully leading MTO High complexity construction projects.
• Strong experience in leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional client-facing and relationship management skills, serving as an effective ambassador for the organization.
• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, quality management processes, and risk management practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and professional development.

Total Rewards at LEA

At LEA, we offer a total rewards package designed to support your financial well-being, health, and work-life balance, along with unique opportunities for shareholding and long-term share value growth.

• Annual Salary Range: $140,000 – $190,000
• Discretionary Profit Sharing: LEA offers opportunities to receive a bonus payment from the profit-sharing program.
• Shareholding: Unique opportunity to become a shareholder in the firm, have a voice in governance, and benefit from long-term share value growth.
• Group Health Benefits: Comprehensive coverage including prescription drugs, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life insurance, critical illness, wellness account, travel coverage, and virtual health services.
• Retirement & Savings Plans: RRSP with employer matching and TFSA options for tax-free growth.
• Personal Days: 7 days of flexible paid time off that can be used as needed, including for personal matters or vacation.
• Hybrid & Flexible Work Model: LEA operates in a hybrid environment with flex hours to ensure flexibility, safety, and well-being. Periodic attendance at our Markham/Toronto office is expected for in-person learning and collaboration.
• Social Club: LEA has a unique, employee-co-funded social club with an annual budget of approximately $50,000 to host social events and activities that bring employees together. Many events welcome guests, with the social club covering part or all of the guest costs.

Type of Position:

Full-Time Permanent

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 encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, newcomers, neurodiverse individuals, 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:

LEA is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment or interview process, please contact People@LEA.ca. We remain committed to ensuring that accommodations are available and supported throughout employment.

AI Disclosure:

We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process this position.

Vacancy Status:

This position is an existing vacancy for a newly created role.

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