Technical Director – Structures

Arcadis

Technical Director, Structures overseeing bridge and structural engineering deliverables for MTO transportation projects. Leading multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with MTO standards.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeMarkham • 🇨🇦 CanadaLead💰 CA$146,000 - CA$196,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership for bridge and structural engineering deliverables
Work closely with geotechnical, roadway, drainage, and other disciplines
Ensure technical excellence, appropriate governance, and consistent quality across complex transportation projects
Act as a senior technical advisor and reviewer for bridge/structural and geotechnical interfaces
Provide consultancy services for projects and develop solutions for complex MTO requirements
Manage technical risk mitigation, safety in design, and value in design and delivery processes
Support staff development by coaching and mentoring on bridge design and MTO-specific issues
Establish and consolidate relationships with MTO and other public sector clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

15–20+ years consulting experience delivering MTO (or similar) transportation infrastructure projects, including leading complex multi-disciplinary teams across structures (bridges), geotechnical, roadway, and related disciplines
P.Eng Ontario
Demonstrated technical authority in bridge/structural engineering with strong understanding of geotechnical considerations (foundations, retaining systems, slopes/earthworks), plus commercial and project delivery acumen
Previous relevant experience including leadership of the development and implementation of bridge/structural and geotechnical engineering solutions for MTO projects, including technical governance, independent checks, and design reviews
Previously worked in a Technical Director, Structures Lead, or senior structural/bridge engineering leadership role with significant MTO bridges experience and proven ability to lead complex multi-disciplinary teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

bridge engineeringstructural engineeringgeotechnical engineeringrisk mitigationsafety in designvalue in designtechnical governancedesign reviewsproject deliverymulti-disciplinary team leadership

Soft Skills

technical leadershipcoachingmentoringconsultancyrelationship buildingcommunicationproblem-solvingadvisory skillsquality assurancestakeholder engagement

Certifications

P.Eng Ontario