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AVP, Transportation/Transit

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited

The Role

Overview

Lead and grow RVA's Transportation/Transit team, overseeing projects and business development

Key Responsibilities

  • design review
  • technical support
  • project management
  • quality assurance
  • report preparation
  • client liaison

Tasks

-Liaise with existing and develop future clients, support major pursuits and proposals, and monitor budgets and schedules. -Liaise with client, suppliers, regulatory agencies, utility companies and contractors; represent RVA in professional associations and agencies. -Actively grow the group, recognize and mentor leaders and implement succession planning -Prepare and/or review planning reports, design reports, technical specifications, and proposals. -Ensure projects meet the professional needs of RVA and Quality standards and participate in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables. -Provide technical support and guidance to the design and planning teams and oversee projects / project performance. -Provide strategic direction and guidance to a team of engineers and professionals, ensuring effective project execution and delivery. -Provide input to the development of engineering budgets and schedules to meet requirements. -Ensure that decisions such as staffing, projects delivery, and business development are in line with the organizations business plan and vision. -Lead and participate in Business Development initiatives and operational growth for RVA Transportation in general, and within the specialty of Transit in particular. -As part of the senior team assist with building, managing and leading the Transit / Transportation discipline through developing, tracking, and implementing an annual business plan and multi-year strategy for growth. -Manage tasks, team, schedules, budgets, cost control processes and project work procedures. Identify and manage project issues and risks and, if needed, enhance resolution or actions; collaborate with other offices and managers across Canada.

Requirements

  • civil engineering
  • p.eng
  • 20+ years
  • leadership
  • transit
  • business development

What You Bring

RVA is looking for an experienced professional to lead the Transportation / Transit team, in the role of an Associate Vice President. A successful candidate should have prior organizational leadership experience, be able to collaborate with Principals, Managers, and team members, and be a strategic problem-solver. In addition to the leadership abilities, a successful candidate should maintain existing and continue to build a network of clients and would lead and participate in business development initiatives planning, implementation and tracking, for the Transportation group. -Practical knowledge of technical Design, and construction sequencing and constructability. -Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. -Experienced in meeting timelines and budgets, proposal writing, client development and other skills appropriate to consulting. -Knowledge of industry trends and best practices within the area of Transit and Transportation. -Practical knowledge of design and construction within rail corridors, including applicable standards. -Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a collaborative, team environment. -Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) within the province of Ontario. -20 years progressive industry experience in a similar role for Engineering Consulting firm. -Strong organization leadership skills. -Possess a strong ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and clients. -Demonstrates superior oral and written English communication skills.

The Company

About R.V. Anderson Associates Limited

-Employee-owned firm evolved from a six-person practice into a full-service engineering consultancy. -Delivers work spanning water, wastewater, transportation, environmental planning, and urban development across Canada and beyond. -Offers comprehensive services—consulting, design, project management, construction inspection, and plant operations. -Operates a multidisciplinary model with an in-house architecture division to support integrated, built-environment solutions. -Known for award-winning culture and recognized among Canada’s Best Managed Companies. -Typical projects include transit stations, sewer systems, water treatment upgrades, and urban revitalization schemes. -Retains a steady growth pattern while staying true to its founding legacy.

Sector Specialisms

Water

Wastewater

Transportation

Urban Development

Infrastructure

Buildings

Institutional Facilities

Municipal Facilities

Specialty Structures

Telecommunications

Environmental

Operations and Management Services

Hydraulic Modelling

Ecology

Signalization and Illumination

Transportation Planning

Structures

Architectural Solutions

Asset Management

Public Works Programs

Private Sector Participation Initiatives