CIMA+
Construction
HighwaysLead-Alberta
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“Highways Lead - Alberta at CIMA+. Skills: Highway project management, Transportation infrastructure, Business development. Provide senior project management leadership. Manage project scope”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), 15 years highway engineering experience, 15 years project management experience, Experience delivering projects for Alberta TEC, Understanding of Alberta highway design standards, Understanding of Alberta highway specifications, Understanding of Alberta highway procurement models, Understanding of Alberta highway 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 in Alberta, Experience supporting business development, Experience leading business development, Demonstrated experience mentoring staff, Demonstrated experience developing staff
Nice to Have
Technologist’s Degree from ASET, C. E. T. designation, 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
Coordinate field activities
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; Public engagement; Indigenous consultation
Process & Methodology
Project lifecycle management, Scope management, Schedule management, Budget management, Quality control, Risk management, Health and safety plans, Contract management, Change management, Cost control, Proposal management
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 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 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, risk registers, heal
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