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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview


Join a world-class engineering team shaping the future of major airport infrastructure in Canada. As part of our Airports group within AtkinsRéalis' Engineering Services, you'll work with passionate planners, engineers, and innovators dedicated to designing smarter, safer, and more efficient air transport systems.
This is a unique opportunity to play a strategic leadership role on one of the most significant airport development programs underway in the country—driving complex planning activities that will influence passenger experience, operational efficiency, and long-term capacity.


The Airport team is looking for a Planning Lead, to join our growing team to work on one of the most important Canadian airport projects.

This role is based in Toronto, On. and the position requires being 100% in-office (5 days a week).


Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.


Your role


  • Lead the Planning team in delivering high-quality airport planning activities, including concept/master planning, land-use planning, forecasting, and flow optimization.
  • Conduct capacity–demand gap analyses across all airport systems, from airside to groundside infrastructure, and develop actionable recommendations.
  • Oversee terminal capacity and demand assessments, including baggage systems and related operational components.
  • Develop activity forecasts for airside, terminal, and groundside areas to inform long-term infrastructure strategies.
  • Produce analytical planning reports and simulation models that reflect existing and future airport operations.
  • Collaborate with Program Leads, PMO Services, and Technical Shared Services to ensure effective integration of planning requirements into the program.
  • Guide and mentor team members while managing key stakeholder relationships to support successful planning outcomes.

Cities & development Engineering

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-151929

Salary range

-

About you


  • Minimum 15 years of experience in large capital programs in planning, development, engineering, or architecture.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in major international airport projects or equivalent large-scale infrastructure programs.
  • Expert knowledge of airport planning practices, Transport Canada standards, and methodologies for modelling, simulation, and analytical data processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage teams, senior stakeholders, and strategic reporting for complex airport initiatives.
  • Strong capability in problem-solving, data analytics, and facilitating workshops with diverse stakeholder groups.

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $125,000 - $171,900 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.


Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits


Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.


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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis


We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.


Additional information


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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).


Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

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