Senior Associate – Transportation Engineer (Civil Engineering – Municipal and Transportation Focus)

Senior Associate – Transportation Engineer (Civil Engineering – Municipal and Transportation Focus)
Toronto, ON

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers and specialized consultants in North America. We serve a wide variety of industries including: Transportation, Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, and Renewable Energy.

Purpose:

30 Forensic Engineering is seeking a Senior Associate to join our growing Transportation and Safety Engineering team in Toronto. This role is ideal for a seasoned transportation engineer with a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges and improving public safety.

Reporting to the Vice President, Transportation and Safety Engineering, the successful candidate will contribute to a wide range of transportation and municipal engineering projects in both public and private sectors. The position involves consulting with clients, conducting site inspections, reviewing documentation, and delivering civil and forensic engineering services with a focus on:

Roadway design and construction

Roadway winter maintenance and planning

Road safety audits and investigations

 Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage transportation engineering projects with a focus on municipal roads and safety

Conduct detailed site/forensic examinations/investigations and technical analysis

Lead forensic assessments related to road design, construction, winter maintenance, and road safety audits

Providing expert analysis and recommendations in complex engineering assignments in road design, construction practices, and safety

Perform road safety audits/investigations, collision analysis (vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists), and proactive safety reviews for municipal and highway road networks

Review engineering drawings and specifications for compliance with transportation standards, regulations, and transportation/civil engineering guidelines

Collaborate with clients, legal teams, and stakeholders to deliver clear, evidence-based insights and reports

Act as Project Manager, ensuring timely delivery, quality control, and budget management

Prepare technical reports, proposals, and client presentations

Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical oversight to junior and intermediate staff

Attend and contribute to client, stakeholder, and public meetings

Communicate technical findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

Support business development efforts by identifying private and public sector opportunities, preparing proposals, and maintaining strong client relationships

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Transportation Engineering or related field (Master’s an asset)

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

10+ years of progressive experience in transportation consulting engineering, with direct municipal and highways project experience strongly preferred

Strong understanding of municipal transportation standards, policies, and approval processes

Experience with municipal and highway road design-review/construction/maintenance, road safety audits/assessments, transportation master plans, traffic operations studies, active transportation, and transit infrastructure projects

Strong project management, communication, and client engagement skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while managing multiple assignments

What we offer:

Competitive salary that is line with our defined pay structure

Opportunity to earn annual bonus

Flexible hours

Hybrid remote work along with a variety of virtual and in-person events to help drive business and also connect with your colleagues

Extended Health & Dental

Employee and Family Assistance Program (for employee and dependents)

Learning & Development

Coverage of relevant certifications

Wellness subsidy

Our Mission:

We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence.

How we work:

Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting, and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implement systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth.

Our Process:

30 Forensic Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed from our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process:

Recruiter Phone Interview

Hiring Manager(s) Interview

Team Interview

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our applicant tracking system - https://30fe.bamboohr.com/careers/128

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted