The posting
Transportation Lead, Western Canada
What is the opportunity?
As a Leader in Transportation, you will have an aptitude for business development and maintaining, as well as building new client relationships. The successful individual is expected to be an independent leader and entrepreneurial, a subject matter expert of transportation structures, bridge structures, and/or temporary works required for construction. Experience with the design of temporary components i.e., shoring and construction sequencing, to facilitate the construction of permanent structures on transportation related projects is considered an asset.
Principal & Associates (P & A) fulfil key leadership roles at Entuitive. You are a team player who internally and externally socialize what it means to be Entuitive and who positively contribute to the betterment of this firm. The degree to which an individual contributes to, leads, or proactively drives a portion of the business defines the role of a Leader at Entuitive.
All leaders act as subject matter experts in engineering technologies, methods, and practices by keeping current with emerging trends and market shifts in order to recommend and implement best practices and client-centric solutions. This role will typically oversee and manage a team either on a project or within a department by taking a hands-on approach and by providing guidance to ensure a high level of project delivery and service. The role will actively promote Entuitive services across all networks within the industry and communities in which we work. The Leader will ensure all work is carried out in full support of our Vision, Mission, Values and One Company culture.
What will you do?
Business Development & Client Relations
- Actively leverage existing client relationships and develop new client relationships, to grow the project portfolio.
- Actively coordinate with other individuals and groups in Entuitive for marketing and business development efforts, cross selling between disciplines, work sharing, sharing of expertise, development of technical standards etc.
- Lead as the pursuit champion, providing creative and technical input into proposal development and working closely with the marketing and proposal team to clearly demonstrate Entuitive’s capabilities.
- Maintain existing client relations by ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner and services offered exceed our clients’ expectations in terms of quality.
- Expand and strengthen Entuitive’s brand and profile by participating in industry related committees, events, programs and presentations at conferences and events. Prepare and execute presentations at applicable events and trade shows.
Technical Delivery
- Provides technical expertise to other engineers ensuring a high level of engineering by conducting technical reviews and instilling adherence to Quality Assurance through established standards, guidelines, and best practices.
- Engage and implement Quality Control measures and activities supporting a continuous improvement mind set and a commitment to delivering quality work.
- Investigate and promote the use of advanced methods, techniques, technology, or processes within project teams and throughout the firm.
- Delivers designs as required and oversees mark-ups and the coordination of specifications, complying with relevant codes and standards.
- Responsible for signing and sealing drawings as needed ensuring a high level of professional integrity and a commitment to high quality standards.
Leadership & Mentoring
- Participates in corporate leadership by contributing to the structural engineering service strategy and internal committees (Technical, BD + Marketing, Production Management, quality control (QC), etc.)
- Responsible for developing staff through mentoring and providing ongoing feedback along with conducting the annual review process to grow the future leaders of the firm.
- Provides day-to-day guidance to teams ensuring a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared, and creative solutions are supported.
- Foster ‘One Company’ approach by actively collaborating with discipline leaders across services, sectors, and regions.
Project Management
- Responsible for effective project management including managing project budgets and schedules using appropriate project control methods and resourcing plans to meet the needs of project deliverables.
- Fulfill the role of a project engineer or project principal on multiple projects depending on the size and complexity of the project
- As the Project Principal, lead as Prime Consultant, Design Manager, or Discipline Project Manager, depending on the procurement model, retaining accountability for the performance of the Entuitive team throughout project delivery.
- Responsible for the review, negotiation, and adherence of the projects contract terms in collaboration with the Project Executive and Director of Operations.
- Responsible for effective project management including managing project budgets and schedules using appropriate project control methods and resourcing plans to meet the needs of project deliverables.
- Active involvement in bid support of contractors including quantity calculations, cost estimating, construction sequencing, and scheduling.
- Review and optimization of project and construction schedules.
- Design and construction administration coordination for multi-disciplinary teams.
- Responsible for client correspondence and communication including fee letters and status reports, ensuring the client and stakeholders are kept abreast of issues and resolutions are timely and well managed.
- Ensuring client requirements are monitored and satisfied throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
What do you need to succeed?
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering specializing in structural/construction engineering.
- A minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in delivering transportation or heavy civil design and construction projects.
- P.Eng. and licensed to practice in Alberta, licenses in other locations are considered an asset.
- Knowledgeable of local market conditions, emerging trends, and opportunities.
- Strong business acumen, contract negotiation skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Track record of business development and bringing in new client relationships while leveraging existing accounts.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to manage complex situations with multiple stakeholders utilizing conflict resolution skills.
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget within a large project team.
- Strong interpersonal and team management skills with evidence of mentorship and team development.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proven client service capability along with the experience to effectively manage multiple teams simultaneously.
- The ability to effectively work remotely with teams of people who may not be at your location.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment while juggling competing priorities.
- Available for occasional travel to other Entuitive offices in Canada, and the United States.
Benefits
Why Entuitive?
At Entuitive, we’re driven by a shared passion for creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence. We see what others can’t — connecting the big picture with the finest details to deliver solutions that push the boundaries of building design, construction, and operations.
We operate as one company, fostering a supportive culture built on teamwork, respect, and shared success. Our flexible hybrid work model (37.5-hour workweek), with three in-office days) empowers balance while keeping us connected and collaborative.
You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact, and truly cool projects that shape skylines and communities across Canada and beyond. We’re deeply committed to professional growth — from hands-on mentoring and technical training to continued education and defined pathways toward leadership — ensuring every team member can grow their career with purpose.
Compensation, Benefits, & Total Rewards
We believe in rewarding the expertise and dedication that drives our success.
- Competitive base salary aligned with experience, qualifications, and education
- Profit Sharing: An above-market, performance-based annual profit-sharing program with a strong track record of meaningful payouts
- Ownership: Shareholder opportunities for long-term contribution and growth
- Retirement: RRSP matching up to 5%
- Health & wellness: Employer-paid health insurance, comprehensive wellness program, and generous parental leave
- Time off: Generous vacation plan based on experience
- Culture & community: Team-building activities, social events, and a supportive environment where we celebrate success together
For junior and intermediate team members, Entuitive offers a strong foundation for growth through dedicated mentoring, coaching, and diverse project exposure, supported by continuing education opportunities and clear career pathways to leadership.
For high-performing senior team members seeking to expand their impact, we offer a path to Owner roles (Associate, Senior Associate, and Principal). With shareholder ownership comes meaningful influence — the opportunity to shape Entuitive’s future and help carry our purpose forward.
About Entuitive
We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued, respected, and supported. Entuitive will ensure that reasonable accommodations are made to persons with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes.
If you are excited about this opportunity and are interested in learning more about Entuitive, please check out our About Us page.
At Entuitive, we prioritize human-centric evaluation methods and do not utilize AI for screening or recruitment processes.
