TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

Job summary

The role involves designing road and transportation infrastructure, conducting site investigations, and preparing technical documentation. It also includes construction supervision, contract administration, and performing QA/QC reviews for Alberta Transportation projects.

Job details

Position Title: Transportation Engineer Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Work Arrangement: Hybrid / Flexible Industry: Transportation & Infrastructure Experience: 4+ Years Professional Registration: P.Eng. – APEGA Role Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer to join their Edmonton team. The role focuses on highways, roads, rehabilitation projects, and transportation infrastructure, with opportunities to contribute across the full project lifecycle—from site investigations and design through tender documentation, construction management, and inspection. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of Alberta transportation projects and the ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned deliverables. Key Responsibilities Conduct site investigations and develop designs for road and transportation infrastructure projects. Prepare technical studies, cost estimates, specifications, tender documents, and construction drawings. Support road rehabilitation projects for Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors. Assist with construction supervision, contract administration, and construction inspection. Perform QA/QC reviews of reports, quantity estimates, designs, and construction documentation. Ensure project designs comply with applicable company and client standards, procedures, and requirements. Collaborate with Technologists, Designers, Engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders. Contribute to technical leadership, project management, and client management activities based on career goals and experience. Requirements Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution. 4+ years of transportation engineering experience. Experience with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors projects. Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA. Strong knowledge of transportation engineering, road design, and project delivery. Experience in construction supervision and contract administration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team. Valid driver's licence. Willingness and ability to travel within Canada. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary with annual reviews. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Matching company pension program. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits. Fitness allowance and employee/family assistance programs. Mental health support. Generous paid vacation and sick leave. Parental leave top-up program. Professional development, mentoring, and training opportunities. Paid professional development hours and technical seminars. Social events, community initiatives, and employee engagement activities. Apply Now! talent@leadingedge.plus

What you’ll do

The role involves designing road and transportation infrastructure, conducting site investigations, and preparing technical documentation. It also includes construction supervision, contract administration, and performing QA/QC reviews for Alberta Transportation projects.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and be a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA. A minimum of 4 years of experience in transportation engineering, specifically with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors projects, is required.

Benefits

• Annual reviews • Flexible/hybrid working arrangements • Matching company pension program • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits • Fitness allowance • Employee/family assistance programs • Mental health support • Paid vacation and sick leave • Parental leave top-up program • Professional development, mentoring, and training opportunities • Paid professional development hours and technical seminars • Social events, community initiatives, and employee engagement activities

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Transportation Engineering
• Road Design
• Construction Supervision
• Contract Administration
• Site Investigation
• QA/QC Review
• Tender Documentation
• Cost Estimation
• Project Management
• Technical Writing
• Alberta Transportation Standards
• Infrastructure Design

Job areas

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Construction
• Consulting