Program Manager

Duties

Reporting to and working closely with the Director, Technical Programs, the Program Manager manages the activities of one or more TAC councils by supporting volunteer council and committee executives and members, facilitating the development and delivery of work programs, and advancing strategic priorities. The Program Manager also manages pooled-fund projects that foster knowledge sharing and the development of national technical guidance.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a national not-for-profit association whose work has a meaningful impact on communities across Canada. TAC is committed to supporting employees through work-life balance, professional development opportunities, a collaborative office environment, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.

The position’s main responsibilities are:

Council Support

Support councils and committees managing work plans, preparing meeting materials, tracking progress, and reporting activities to the Board of Directors
Maintain collaborative online workspaces, and attend virtual and in-person meetings
Moderate webinars provided by TAC’s Learning Program
Collaborate with other TAC staff, volunteers, member organizations, and external stakeholders to advance technical projects and shared interests

Technical Project Support

Provide end-to-end support for technical projects by coordinating steering committee activities, managing consultant selection and performance, and overseeing deliverables and approvals
Serve as the central point of communication between steering committees and consultants
Prepare, monitor and maintain project budgets and contracts, and review regular financial reports and consultant invoices
Prepare, post and manage meeting agendas, minutes and other documents and materials, and maintain collaborative online workspaces
Liaise with other internal teams to communicate project updates, issue notices, and ensure accurate website content Review deliverables for technical and editorial accuracy
Facilitate the approval of deliverables

You will bring:

An undergraduate degree in civil engineering, transportation planning, or a related discipline and at least five years of relevant technical work experience
Fluency in English and proficiency with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
Experience developing and delivering high-quality products that are consistent, technically accurate, and strategically relevant
Ability to analyze and summarize trends in the transportation sector relevant to TAC and its members
Responsiveness, tact, courtesy and collaboration with external members and clients, and internal colleagues
Ability to take responsibility and ownership of tasks, while integrating and working as part of a team

Also considered assets are:

A related post-graduate degree or certificate
Professional accreditation in a relevant field (e.g. Professional Engineer, Project Management Professional)
Bilingualism in English and French
Experience with live event delivery or management using virtual meeting platforms

About TAC:
The Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) is a national, not-for-profit technical association focusing on roads, highways and urban transportation. Its 500 corporate members — including all levels of Canadian governments, businesses, academic institutions, and others — work together to address transportation challenges by sharing innovative ideas and experiences, creating knowledge, and pooling resources. TAC hosts an annual conference for 1,400+ professionals in the road, highway, and urban transportation sectors—the largest of its kind in Canada.

Salary and benefits
This is a full-time salaried position with a salary of $75,000 to $85,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package, generous paid annual leave, a pension contribution matching program, health group benefits, and professional development opportunities.

This salary and benefits are offered in exchange for an eight-hour workday (e.g. 8:30 to 4:30 or similar), Monday to Friday, in a pleasant office environment in Ottawa, Ontario (The ability to work from home up to two days per week may be arranged).

Travel and weekend work are required once or twice per year.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resumé and cover letter to hr-rh@tac-atc.ca which summarizes your experience and suitability for the position by July 31, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted and TAC reserves the right to fill the position prior to the closing date.

TAC welcomes applications from people with disabilities, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available on request during the hiring process. Applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance.

Apply for job

Email hr-rh@tac-atc.ca to apply for this position.