CIMA+

Construction

HighwaysLead-Alberta

CA$200–300k ~AI est. Calgary, Alberta, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Highways Lead - Alberta at CIMA+. Skills: Highway project management, Transportation infrastructure delivery, Business development. Provide senior project management leadership. Manage project scope”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver complex highway projects; Deliver transportation infrastructure projects; Strengthen communities

Industry & Context.

Construction

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), Minimum 15 years highway engineering experience, Minimum 15 years project management experience, Experience delivering projects for Alberta TEC, Experience with Alberta highway design standards, Experience with Alberta highway specifications, Experience with Alberta procurement models, Experience with Alberta construction practices, Proven ability to manage large projects, Proven ability to manage complex projects, Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary projects, Experience in construction administration, Experience in contract management, Experience in cost control, Experience in change management, Established client relationships Alberta transportation, Experience leading business development efforts, Experience developing high-performing teams

Nice to Have

County project experience, PMP designation

What You'll Do.

Provide senior project management leadership

Manage project schedules

Manage project budgets

Manage quality control processes

Develop Project Execution Plans

Develop risk registers

Develop health and safety plans

Oversee technical deliverables

Review design drawings

Review specifications

Review cost estimates

Review engineering reports

Coordinate multidisciplinary teams

Serve as primary client contact

Maintain client relationships

Lead stakeholder engagement

Lead public engagement

Lead Indigenous consultation efforts

Support construction delivery

Provide contract administration oversight

Provide field coordination

Identify new business opportunities

Contribute to capture planning

Contribute to teaming strategies

Contribute to proposal preparation

Lead proposal writing

Lead proposal budgeting

Lead proposal scheduling

Lead client presentations

Mentor intermediate staff

Foster professional growth

Foster technical excellence

Foster collaborative team culture

Contribute to strategic planning

Improve project delivery practices

Develop business growth strategies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multidisciplinary teams; Client stakeholders; Municipal stakeholders; Indigenous consultation

Communication Scope

Client presentations

Process & Methodology

Project lifecycle management, Scope management, Schedule management, Budget management, Quality control, Risk management, Health and safety, Procurement models, Contract management, Cost control, Change management, Business development

Full Job Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. [Welcome](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlLWr-kxjlY) to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home. With continued growth in Alberta’s transportation sector, CIMA+ is seeking a Highway Lead – Alberta to join our Edmonton or Calgary team. This leadership role is focused on delivering complex highway and transportation infrastructure projects for Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) and County clients across the province. As a senior leader within our Transportation group, you will oversee major highway projects from design through construction while playing a key role in business development, client relationship management, and team mentorship. You will help shape the strategic direction of our highways practice in Edmonton/Calgary and contribute to expanding CIMA+’s presence across Alberta and Western Canada. This is an opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and is motivated to deliver high-quality, practical solutions that strengthen the communities we serve. The Role * Provide hands-on senior project management leadership across the full project lifecycle, including preliminary design, detailed design, tendering, construction administration, and closeout for major highway projects. * Lead and actively manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality control processes, ensuring delivery meets client expectations and CIMA+ standards. * Develop Project Execution Plans, QA/QC plans, r

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