Joining Arup 

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning.  Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organisation which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.

Our Toronto office is looking for a Rail Major Project Leader to help in leading large scale rail projects in Canada, such as VIA High Frequency Rail (HFR) projects and others. You’ll have the opportunity to lead our multi-disciplinary teams to delivery transformative rail projects across Canada. you will provide strategic advice to VIA HFR, engage with high-level stakeholders including Federal and Provincial Ministries, and support negotiations. Your role involves guiding a multidisciplinary project team with a focus on rail and systems design, enhancing the team's technical skills. Additionally, you will mentor current and future team members in railway engineering best practices and aim to become an accredited Project Director.

The opportunity 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

• Lead, motivate and drive team members within Arup, with our external stakeholders and in our subconsultants to deliver a project that meets and exceeds our Client’s expectations
• Identify staffing needs, actively engage in the recruitment and hiring process and make sound hiring decisions
• Support career development for our members including through mentoring, coaching, and by participating in promotion, appraisal and review processes
• Monitor project budgets, expenses, and financial performance to achieve revenue targets and profit margins.
• Implement financial controls and risk management practices to mitigate financial risks associated with projects.
• Ensure that contracts are in alignment with the firm's commercial objectives and risk tolerance.
• Identify potential clients and projects that align with the firm's expertise and strategic goals.
  
• Lead the development and execution of business development strategies to win new projects and contracts and diversify services provided to clients 
  
• Oversee the preparation of proposals and bid submissions
  
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions 
  
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resources and provide oversight and guidance to staff
  
• Ensure that projects are  being delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.
  
• Monitor project progress, milestones, and deliverables to identify and address potential issues or risks.
  
• Ensure that projects are being delivered in compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards and with technical excellence.
• Establish and maintain quality assurance and quality control measures and standards to ensure excellence of delivery and client satisfaction

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or any equivalent program
  
• Minimum of 20 years of experience leading large multi-disciplinary rail projects and programs, in Canada and internationally.
  
• Must be a licensed engineer in Ontario under the PEO (Professional Engineers Ontario)
• Must be able to communicate in both English and French fluently
  
• Experienced and has practical knowledge in the design, construction, and delivery of large passenger rail projects
  
• Managed procurement of passenger rail projects through alternative project delivery contracts.
  
• Understands passenger rail systems including track, signaling, communication and power.
• Experience negotiating with freight railroad companies
• Understanding of the Federal and Provincial environmental and permit, license and approval processes for rail projects.

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community  is where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $250,000 to 300,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.  

Our Application Process 

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.

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