Sector Manager, Traffic Signals

What is the role?

As the Sector Manager for Traffic Signals, you will lead and oversee Traffic Signal and Illumination Design projects for a diverse range of clients, including the City of Toronto, the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), Municipalities, and Private Developers. Your primary responsibilities will involve managing and expanding the Traffic Signal and Street Lighting Sector within the Transportation Infrastructure Design Practice Area. You will collaborate with various Practice Area Leads and Sector Managers to secure a robust pipeline of projects, enhance client relationships, and develop new business opportunities. Additionally, you will mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, providing technical expertise to elevate team performance and project outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our dynamic employee-owned engineering consulting firm. With a proven track record of successful projects and financial results, we provide a supportive environment for professional growth.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm, with a history of 70 years. We provide engineering consulting services in the areas of Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

LEA s Transportation Infrastructure Design Practice Area actively contributes to the development of our transportation infrastructure in Ontario by designing bridges, highways, and underground transit stations.

At LEA, we strive towards a common goal, which is self-realization and achieving the highest possible results. The company is fully owned by its employees and everyone s collective efforts directly contribute to the firm s longstanding success.

We re confident that by Joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total compensation package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Organizes regular social events such as golf day, canoeing and camping trips, skiing, bowling, treetop trekking, board games, baseball and hockey games, volleyball and softball leagues, and other charitable events.
• Hosts an extravagant overnight holiday party in Muskoka annually.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving our Environmental, Social, & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion opportunities available by completing meaningful project work.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:

Strategic Objectives

• Manage and lead the expansion of the Traffic Signal and Street Lighting Sector within the Transportation Infrastructure Design Practice Area, aligning with LEA's overall growth plan and objectives.
• Collaborate with the Transportation Infrastructure Design Practice Area Lead, other Practice Area Leads, and Sector Managers to secure a robust pipeline of Traffic Signal and Street Lighting sector projects with achievable growth targets.
• Enhance relationships with existing clients in LEA's markets and establish new business connections in additional geographic and service areas.
• Set strategic goals for the sector and participate in evaluating their outcomes.
• Incorporate LEA s principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in all levels of strategic planning and operations.

Business Development and Managing of Client Relations

• Promote LEA's expertise and services to current and potential clients, leveraging existing relationships and building new ones.
• Develop and implement a plan to identify and attract new clients through market research, networking, conferences, and strategic partnerships.
• Lead the preparation of Proposals, Expressions of Interest, and other marketing materials for project pursuits.
• Negotiate with clients to resolve claims and additional fee proposals.
• Review and recommend technologies to enhance business development, such as client relationship management systems and project databases.

Project Management

• Oversee the Traffic Signal and Street Lighting sector project portfolio, managing budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting.
• Serve as a Senior Project Manager, Electrical Lead, or other relevant key individual on projects, supervising team members as needed.
• Ensure high-quality project deliverables within established timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Seal various engineering drawings and reports as required.
• Implement quality management protocols, monitor quality reviews, and perform quality audits as part of project delivery.

Staff Management, Coaching, Mentoring, and Training

• Lead and manage teams of Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and technical support staff, focusing on sector growth in line with LEA s corporate initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management activities, supported by Human Resources.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and evaluations, prioritizing career planning.
• Coach, mentor, and train staff in Project Management, Business Development, Client Interaction, Design, Modeling, Tools, Software, and client experience development.

The qualifications you need:

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario

Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering, specifically in traffic signal and illumination design projects
• Experience working with the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), must be RAQs Certified for both Major and Minor Electrical work

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in design tools such as AGi32 and Autolux
• In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and best practices related to traffic signals and street lighting

Project Management

• Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Experience in risk management, quality control, and financial oversight of projects

Business Development

• Experience in business development, including identifying new opportunities, client relationship management, and preparing proposals
• Ability to negotiate with clients and resolve project-related claims and additional fee proposals

Strategic Thinking, Leadership, and Communication

• Ability to set and evaluate strategic goals for the sector and adapt to evolving market conditions
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, including recruitment, training, and performance management
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing junior engineers and technical staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, sub-consultants, and internal teams
• Commitment to incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles into all aspects of strategic planning and operations

The work arrangement:

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone.

LEA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are incorporated into all levels of strategic planning and operational activities at LEA. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected statuses under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Additionally, we provide an accessible work environment and accommodate the accessibility needs of candidates. For information or assistance, please contact [email protected].

We thank all applicants, and we appreciate your interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Consider applying again once you see an opportunity that matches your experience and career interests. We encourage you to keep in touch and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.