RVA is looking for an experienced professional to lead the Transportation / Transit team, in the role of an Associate Vice President.

A successful candidate should have prior organizational leadership experience, be able to collaborate with Principals, Managers, and team members, and be a strategic problem-solver. In addition to the leadership abilities, a successful candidate should maintain existing and continue to build a network of clients and would lead and participate in business development initiatives planning, implementation and tracking, for the Transportation group.

The successful candidate would be reporting directly to RVA’s Vice President, Transportation.

Duties:

• As part of the senior team assist with building, managing and leading the Transit / Transportation discipline through developing, tracking, and implementing an annual business plan and multi-year strategy for growth.
• Ensure that decisions such as staffing, projects delivery, and business development are in line with the organizations business plan and vision.
• Lead and participate in Business Development initiatives and operational growth for RVA Transportation in general, and within the specialty of Transit in particular.
• Liaise with existing and develop future clients, support major pursuits and proposals, and monitor budgets and schedules.
• Manage tasks, team, schedules, budgets, cost control processes and project work procedures. Identify and manage project issues and risks and, if needed, enhance resolution or actions; collaborate with other offices and managers across Canada.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the design and planning teams and oversee projects / project performance.
• Prepare and/or review planning reports, design reports, technical specifications, and proposals.
• Provide input to the development of engineering budgets and schedules to meet requirements.
• Ensure projects meet the professional needs of RVA and Quality standards and participate in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Provide strategic direction and guidance to a team of engineers and professionals, ensuring effective project execution and delivery.
• Actively grow the group, recognize and mentor leaders and implement succession planning
• Liaise with client, suppliers, regulatory agencies, utility companies and contractors; represent RVA in professional associations and agencies.
• Administrative duties as allocated including financial and staff management, staff development and mentoring.
• Other related duties as assigned/required and appropriate to this position.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) within the province of Ontario.
• 20 years progressive industry experience in a similar role for Engineering Consulting firm.
• Strong organization leadership skills.
• Practical knowledge of technical Design, and construction sequencing and constructability.
• Practical knowledge of design and construction within rail corridors, including applicable standards.
• Experienced in meeting timelines and budgets, proposal writing, client development and other skills appropriate to consulting.
• Demonstrates superior oral and written English communication skills.
• Possess a strong ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and clients.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices within the area of Transit and Transportation.

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