Opportunities

This position reports to the Manager, Transportation Strategy. It involves assisting in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the safe operation and efficient utilization of the road infrastructure within the Town and monitoring the degree to which the goals and objectives related to the road system are being met. 

A rewarding opportunity for a progressive, environmentally conscious transportation professional There’s never been a better time to join the Region of Waterloo’s Transportation Services Division and contribute to the development of a sustainable, people-oriented transportation system, by increasing the emphasis on active transportation, including walking, cycling and transit. Living and working in Waterloo Region provides work-life balance and, as a member of the Transportation Planning group, you’ll be part of a city-building team.

As a Senior Transportation Planning Engineer, you’ll develop transportation plans for large-scale, high-profile, complex and/or politically sensitive projects, including road, rail, transit, and active transportation. Leveraging your expertise as a Professional Engineer, you’ll develop, implement and monitor the regional transportation and transit forecasting model, review development-related transportation impact studies and recommend transportation improvements. Your communication and negotiation skills will also be evident as you represent the Region on provincial government transportation initiatives.

On a more immediate basis, your assignment will involve leading the Region’s major active transportation (cycling and pedestrian) projects at the planning phase, and providing continued support to the design and implementation teams. You’ll also be expected to periodically review and update the Region’s Transportation Master Plan to ensure that a comprehensive, feasible active transportation plan is included, assist in the programming of active transportation projects within the Region’s transportation capital program, and work with area municipalities to enhance active transportation connectivity across the Region.

As a result, special consideration will be given to candidates with experience with active transportation projects during all stages – from planning to implementation, including reporting, public consultation, design and monitoring/performance analysis.