Highway Manager, Senior

Requisition ID: 100367 

Job Category:  Infrastructure 

Location:  Vancouver, BC, Canada 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

We are actively seeking to hire a motivated and experienced Senior Highway Manager based in Vancouver, BC responsible for providing technical leadership and managing a variety of small to large-scale high-profile public structural engineering projects, focusing on the design and delivery of bridges, overpasses, and related infrastructure. 

The role would be client-facing and require coordination and management of both business development and project specific activities. The successful candidate will lead the Practice in the North-West region and share our vision of growing the business and be able to develop and articulate a plan to shape a team suitable to our target markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership of Hatch’s Highways and Civil practice in the region, driving business growth and strategic initiatives.
• Lead business development activities, including client engagement, networking, partnerships, and preparation of proposals, presentations, and fee estimates.
• Oversee a portfolio of civil and highway/structural/rail projects, ensuring delivery on quality, schedule, budget, risk management, and client satisfaction.
• Manage team performance, including resource planning, workload management, financial oversight, and development of high-performing staff.
• Collaborate with internal practice leads and external partners to support integrated, multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of transportation and infrastructure projects (roadways, bridges, rail, retaining walls, culverts, and related assets).
• Provide technical leadership as Engineer of Record, including review and approval of designs, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and fostering a safe, inclusive work environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized and accredited University in Civil Engineering.
• P.Eng. registered with EGBC, or eligible for professional registration in BC. Registration in other provinces is considered an additional asset.
• Minimum 15 years of proven experience in transportation and civil engineering and design software, with a focus on highway design and project management.
• Experience with municipal and highway design standards, specifications, and deliverable requirements for bridge and roadway projects.
• Well-versed on business development and market sector trends and strategies.
• Experience in various delivery models is preferable but not mandatory including Alternative Project Delivery (e.g. DB, PDB, DBF).
• Strong technical expertise in highway and road design, including utilities analysis, material selection, and construction techniques.
• Excellent communicator and skilled problem solver with a commitment to thrive in a proactive organization where client service is paramount.
• Well-organized and ability to meet client, budget and schedule requirements;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information to clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Demonstrated ability to support and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Business development experience and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.