Project Manager – Transportation

HELIX is a leading Alberta-based interdisciplinary engineering firm providing comprehensive Civil Engineering, Transportation, and Legal Survey Services to a diverse range of clients, including private industry, municipalities, provincial departments, and construction contractors. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet our clients’ needs.

Are you looking to establish your career with exposure to a multitude of professional business practices and applications?  Are you seeking a company that actively supports professional growth by providing opportunity, mentorship, and empowerment? Helix offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a growing company that values collaboration and camaraderie and is built on the pillars of Safey, Community and Excellence

As our project portfolio continues to expand, we are seeking a Project Manager to join our Transportation Engineering team—someone who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment and enjoys transforming complex ideas into successful, well-executed projects.

The Role:

As a Project Manager at HELIX, you will oversee the full lifecycle of transportation engineering projects – from proposal and estimating through construction and post project wrap-up. This is a client-facing role, where you will work closely with municipalities, contractors and internal teams to ensure successful project deliver.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects through all phases of design and delivery
• Develop and maintain project scopes, schedules, budgets and work plans
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities and provincial agencies
• Monitor project progress, costs, and schedules, and proactively address risks
• Review technical deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards
• Support proposal preparation, project planning, and workload forecasting
• Ensure projects meet applicable safety, regulatory, and contractual requirements
• Preform Site visits as required.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and professional environment.

Required Qualifications:

Given the variety of needs and a desire to find the right person to fit within our team, we will consider candidates with a range of experience, education, and background.  As assets to the position, we are looking for the following skills, strengths and interests.  The ideal candidate would have:

• Diploma or degree in civil engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing transportation, highway, or roadway projects
• Strong understanding of municipal and provincial roadway design standards
• Excellent communication, and leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain, and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Why Join Us:

At Helix, we value our employees and recognize that they are our most valuable asset. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, opportunities for professional development and growth, and a supportive work environment where safety and well-being are top priorities. If you are passionate about engineering and looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to join our team!

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience related to this position at https://helixeng.ca/about/careers/apply . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job: Project Manager – Transportation
Office Location: Grande Prairie or Peace River
Benefits: Yes