Vice-President, Transit Infrastructure and BRT (Bus Rapid Transit)

Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development. 

At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey. 

Our values showcase everything we believe in: 

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.   

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.  

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.

Egis is a global leader in shaping sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. Join us as we redefine the future of transit and make a positive impact on communities across Canada.

As Vice-President, Bus and Transit, you will be responsible for driving the strategic direction, growth, and technical excellence of our bus and transit practise nationwide. This leadership position combines business development, client engagement, Team building, project leadership and the advancement of technical standards within the discipline.

You will be part of Egis’ Urban Transportation team, developing strategies to unlock market opportunities, build internal capabilities, and deliver outstanding value to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Bus and Transit discipline, in line with Egis’ corporate objectives and market trends.
• Team Development: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of engineers and specialists, promoting innovation and technical excellence.
• Client Engagement: Establish and nurture relationships with public agencies, municipalities, and private sector clients, serving as a trusted advisor and industry thought leader.
• Project Oversight: Provide executive oversight for major bus and transit projects, ensuring excellence in planning, design, construction, and integration.
• Technical Governance: Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in bus and transit infrastructure.
• Business Development: Lead proposal development, pursuit strategies, and the identification of new opportunities within the transit sector across Canada.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other disciplines, such as Civil, Structural, Architecture, Mechanical, and Electrical, to ensure integrated project delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in transit infrastructure, with a focus on bus transit systems.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license is an asset.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is an asset.
• In-depth understanding of the Canadian bus transit market and relevant projects.
• Strong business acumen and experience in client-facing roles.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of bus systems, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and operations & maintenance.
• Understanding of bus fleet conversion processes, including the transition to low-emission or zero-emission vehicles, associated infrastructure upgrades, and operational integration.
• Familiarity with Canadian transit regulations and standards.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, and supervising engineering projects.
• Proficiency in managing budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies.
• Bilingualism is an asset.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.