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About the Role

We are seeking a highly accomplished and motivated Technical Tunnel Lead to join our growing Toronto-based tunnelling team. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of one of the most established and respected underground infrastructure practices in North America. As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking a recognized tunnelling expert who can provide technical leadership on major pursuits and projects, mentor the next generation of engineers, strengthen client relationships, and help define the future direction of our tunnelling practice. This role offers the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on both our organization and the critical infrastructure that supports communities for generations to come.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of innovative design solutions and technical deliverables for tunnels, shafts, support of excavation systems, and underground structures.
Provide technical leadership and strategic direction on major underground infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on transit and water/wastewater markets.
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients, project teams, and senior stakeholders.
Conduct constructability, risk, and biddability reviews to support successful project delivery.
Lead the preparation of design reports, specifications, calculations, and construction documentation.
Champion excellence in underground engineering practice, codes, standards, quality assurance, and design governance.
Establish and improve engineering processes, systems, and best practices to support efficient and high-quality project execution.
Manage multidisciplinary design packages and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders throughout project delivery.
Build and strengthen client relationships through regular engagement, progress reporting, and strategic project support.
Advance the team's capabilities through innovation, digital engineering, and the implementation of emerging technologies.
Mentor and develop junior and intermediate engineers, fostering technical growth and leadership capabilities across the team.
Support business development activities, major pursuits, and proposal submissions that continue to expand our tunnelling portfolio across North America.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of experience in the planning, design, and construction of tunnels, shafts, and underground structures.
Experience leading multidisciplinary tunnel design programs and coordinating complex project teams.
Direct experience supporting major transit and/or water/wastewater tunnel projects; experience in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area is considered an asset.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or the ability to obtain registration within a short period.
Demonstrated expertise in underground engineering design standards, guidelines, and industry best practices.
Advanced understanding of geotechnical and structural design principles and underground construction methodologies.
Familiarity with geotechnical and structural numerical modelling software.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to mentor, review, approve, and guide the work of engineering teams.

Skills

Civil Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Geological Engineering
Underground engineering design
Geotechnical design
Structural design
Underground construction methodologies
Geotechnical numerical modelling
Structural numerical modelling
Leadership
Communication
Relationship-building

Location

Toronto

Work Type

Hybrid
In-office culture
Minimum three days per week in the office

Experience Level

Minimum 15 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geological Engineering
Master's degree considered an asset

Salary/Compensations

$160,000 - $200,000

Benefits

Personal and group performance bonuses

About the Company

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries.
As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants.
With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.
We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work.
Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.
For decades, our tunnelling professionals have delivered some of the industry's most complex and transformative underground projects, supporting major transit, water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure programs across Canada, the United States, and internationally.
Our long-standing reputation has been built on technical excellence, innovation, and successful project delivery, making us a trusted partner on landmark infrastructure investments throughout North America.

Equal Opportunity

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all.
We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA).
Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.