MTO Project Manager

MTO Project Manager - Lead Highway Engineer North Bay, ON (and Surrounding Area),Canada

Posted: October 01 - 2026

What is the role? As an

MTO Project Manager and Lead Highway Engineer , you will play a key role in delivering complex highway and transportation infrastructure projects (with an emphasis on leading MTO highway-focused assignments), while supporting the continued growth of LEA's Highway Sector. Combining technical expertise, project management, strong leadership traits, client relationship management, and business development acumen, you will help strengthen LEA's presence across Northern Ontario and beyond.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will lead the planning and design of highway projects, effectively manage projects for MTO and other clients, provide mentorship to technical staff, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders. You will also support business development initiatives, lead the pursuit of new project opportunities, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects that improve transportation networks and connect communities across Ontario.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional with an entrepreneurial spirit who is passionate about technical excellence, building strong client relationships, and helping grow a thriving highway engineering practice.

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.

In the Civil Division at LEA, we specialize in the preliminary and detailed design of civil infrastructure, including land development, transit, municipal infrastructure, drainage and hydrology, water resources, highways, and provincial roads. Our expertise has contributed to numerous landmark projects across these sectors.

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 teamwork 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 continuousgrowth and expansion, taking part in meaningful projects.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include: Role Strategic Objectives

Support the growth of LEA's Highway Sector through client engagement, business development, and the identification and pursuit of opportunities within Northern Ontario and other strategic markets, especially with MTO.

Act as an ambassador for LEA, promoting our expertise and services to current and potential clients, leveraging existing relationships and building new ones.

Business Growth & Client Relationships

Lead business development activities to strengthen client relationships, expand LEA's market presence, and grow the project portfolio across Ontario.

Lead the preparation and submission of proposals for MTO and other clients, including RFQs, RFIs, RFPs and other procurement-related submissions to secure project opportunities.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring proactive relationship management and strategic guidance to build long-term partnerships.

Monitor client satisfaction and solicit feedback to continuously improve service delivery and strengthen client relationships.

Ensure contractual obligations and client commit