Lead Engineer

GFT is seeking a Engineering Lead – Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) to join our Practice in Toronto This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office.

The ITS Lead will guide the development and delivery of innovative transportation solutions focused on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic operations, and connected corridor technologies.

What you'll be challenged to do:

This is a strategic leadership role with a strong mandate to build and grow a new ITS practice, including business development, client engagement, and team formation. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver integrated, technology-enabled transportation solutions that enhance traffic management, safety, and mobility outcomes across Canada.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Lead business development efforts, including identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and cultivating client relationships.
• Provide technical leadership on multidisciplinary projects involving ITS planning, systems design, integration, and deployment.
• Oversee the development and implementation of ITS strategies and systems, such as adaptive signal control, Transit Signal Priority (TSP), traffic management centers, and data integration platforms.
• Collaborate with transportation planning, civil design, and traffic engineering teams to integrate ITS solutions across project scopes.
• Coordinate with the broader North American ITS and tolling practices to drive innovation and share resources.
• Engage with municipal and provincial clients to define functional requirements and deliver scalable, future-ready systems.
• Build and mentor a high-performing technical team focused on ITS technologies, standards, and innovation.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, or Systems Engineering; Master's degree is an asset.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or eligible for licensure.
• Recognized as eligible or active under MTO RAQS for applicable ITS and traffic engineering categories.
• 10+ years of experience in ITS planning, design, and deployment.
• Proven leadership delivering ITS components within complex transportation or infrastructure projects.
• Strong familiarity with Canadian ITS standards, procurement models, and public-sector client requirements.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience working with agencies such as MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, and municipal transportation departments.
• Knowledge of traffic signal systems, connected vehicle applications, ATMS platforms, and communication networks.
• Experience with public-private partnerships (P3s), alternative delivery models, or complex systems integration projects is an asset.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together, we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.

Local candidates will be given preference.

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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