Senior Project Manager Systems Engineering

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Mott MacDonald is looking for a driven and experienced Senior Systems Engineering Project Manager to lead impactful transit projects across Canada and join our Vancouver team.

You will have the opportunity to work for key Canadian clients such as TransLink, City of Calgary (and Calgary Transit), City of Edmonton, Metrolinx and TTC as well as supporting capital projects in other geographic locations, including the United States, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, tapping into the expertise of our global practices.

Our Transit & Urban Mobility team is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Project Manager to develop, support, and lead the execution of Systems Engineering and Systems Integration projects and activities on projects executed by Mott MacDonald in North America, with a particular responsibility for those projects occurring in Canada. You will support growth initiatives through establishing and building client relationships in the systems and transportation sector, support the development of junior and intermediate staff, and contribute to Mott MacDonalds commitment to excellence

Mott MacDonald values equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will work with a close-knit team of motivated and diverse professionals from diverse backgrounds. You will receive support from your management team, and there will be opportunities for both formal and informal training.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the Systems Engineering and Systems Integration projects, elements of projects, and proposals within Mott MacDonald Canada, including system architecting, requirements management, and budget development/management as necessary
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and work with technical and management groups in the delivery of a range of Systems Engineering and Systems Integration projects and scopes
• Manage resources, schedule, and budget for Systems projects and scope on rail and transit projects.
• Contribute to the development, adoption, and delivery of key Systems Engineering and Systems Integration processes and practices within Mott MacDonald Canada, including System Engineering (SE), Systems Integration (SI), Requirements Management (RM), and Configuration Management (CM)
• Provide advice and leadership on Systems Engineering and Systems Integration management activities.
• Undertake projects, commercial, and client management such as:

• Lead and support teams of engineers and technicians to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and project team members to ensure project goals and objectives are met
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, managing project staff and subconsultants to keep projects on budget and schedule and within agreed-upon scope
• Lead and mentor project team(s) of exemplary professionals focused on Systems Engineering and Systems Integration
• Support the development of proposal responses
• Be accountable for compliance with internal performance metrics
• Maintain industry knowledge of current standards and procedures
• Undertaking a digital by default approach in deliverables
• Act as a role model and ambassador for Mott MacDonald, articulating and representing our brand, vision, and value proposition internally and externally
• Nurture an innovative, challenging, collaborative, and high-performing work environment, which supports the use of digital tools and technology and fosters the Mott MacDonald values and culture

Candidate Specification:

• 8 - 15 years progressive experience in Systems Engineering and/or Systems Integration with significant experience in rail and transit projects.
• Bachelors degree in engineering or related discipline (such as Software, Engineering Physics, or Systems)
• PMP or related designation is preferred
• A Registered Professional Engineer in good standing is preferred
• Demonstrable strength in a minimum of two of the following:

• System Engineering lifecycles
• Systems Architecting
• Requirements Management
• Integration and Interface Management
• Systems Assurance

• Experience overseeing the design and management of Systems Engineering and Systems Integration projects and scopes
• Well-developed writing and verbal communications skills, with the ability to communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences, and with client representatives
• Experience in defining and directing systems engineering and integration activities to meet project goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to plan, lead, and document technical meetings and conversations with clients, contractors, suppliers and regulators
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team.
• Able to interface with domain specialists, design managers, and construction project managers in a competent professional manner.
• Proactively seeking to enhance personal and professional development
• Knowledge and understanding of industry project life cycle, procurement models, relevant industry standards and design criteria
• Incorporates health, safety, and well-being in all that you do
• Ability to work in a team environment

The following additional attributes are preferred:

• Confident and positive attitude
• Ability to conduct their work independently
• Accurate and detail-oriented
• Proactive self-starter demonstrating technical flexibility and adaptability through focused learning
• Established relationships with key client organizations in the western Canadian market
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with our business partners, suppliers, contractors, and clients
• Flexibility to travel
• Experience in working within a Global business

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and dont have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Lets discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

In compliance with the B.C. Pay Transparency Act, the expected salary range is from $125,000 - $152,000
Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.