Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.
CPG’s workforce is made up of driven and dedicated professionals who care deeply about working together to deliver infrastructure and make a positive impact in our communities. Join us as we build a knowledgeable and collaborative team that courageously changes how transit projects will be delivered.
The Program Integration and Delivery Office within the Capital Projects Group is hiring a Manager, Concept Development and Transit Oriented Communities. This position will provide management and oversight to station and rail corridor infrastructure projects . This role is accountable for managing a team of internal staff and will actively lead stakeholder engagement with developers, municipalities, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to execute projects while balancing their competing priorities.
What Will I be Doing?
Manage infrastructure projects through all stages including scope definition, concept development, procurement, preliminary and detailed designs, and development of technical specifications.
Oversee project activities to ensure compliance with good project management practices, reviews project progress, identifies deficiencies and opportunities, and recommends solutions.
Integrate multiple corporate requirements into projects, including technical design, community and municipal commitments, environmental assessment and property acquisition conditions.
Monitor project safety to mitigate risk, ensure compliance with policies and procedures, and initiate improvements, resolutions and/or preventative measures.
Review and evaluate consultant studies, reports, design proposals, specifications and contract documents for compliance with Metrolinx policies, procedures and standards, and any other applicable industry guidelines or practices.
Identify issues, risks and problems; collaborate with Senior Managers/Directors to ensure corrective action is implemented.
Estimate project engineering, construction and contingency costs, and forecasts timeframes for project implementation and funding expenditures, including monitoring and project reporting
Manage and monitor capital and operating budgets, analyzes expenditures, approve invoice payments, and monitors adherence to budget constraints; takes corrective action to address issues and ensures that explanations are provided for variances and exceptions.
Manage projects involving effective coordination and liaison with many internal and external stakeholders, including other areas of the Capital Projects Group and other Metrolinx departments, municipal partners, developers, regulatory agencies, utility companies, and Railways. Develop, foster and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to define and incorporate project requirements, develop project implementation plans and monitor compliance.
Directly manage professional staff and provide direction to project team members. Coaching and motivating team members to achieve their goals and project deliverables
What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?
Completion of a degree in applied science, engineering, or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated experience in engineering and project management related to the planning, design, and construction of transit facilities, station infrastructure, railway corridor infrastructure, and related works. Previous experience should include leading a team of technical professionals.
Valid Professional Engineer (P.Eng), Ontario Licensed Architect (OAA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designations are considered assets.
Demonstrated proficiency in the theories, principles and practices of civil/railway design and construction; experience successfully managing the competing objectives of a large number of external and internal stakeholders.
Experience managing high-value, complex station and corridor infrastructure projects involving an operating environment. Strong project management skills and experience, including budget, risk, and schedule controls, leading cross-functional teams and consultants engaged in simultaneous projects and monitoring project activities for adherence to schedule, budget, and scope.
Demonstrated experience and application of supervisory principles and effective practices to manage staff in a unionized environment.
Knowledge of contract law, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and construction standards and procedures applicable to operating Railway environment.
Strong problem solving and influencing skills to establish effective working relationships, negotiate, and deal with a variety of stakeholders both internal and external to the organization, along with the ability to gain cooperation from individuals not under direct authority.
Excellent oral/written/presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively in a large, integrated, matrix team environment.
A valid Ontario Class G driver’s license is required to travel to various site locations, operational facilities, meetings, etc. (approximately 5%). Must meet and maintain the corporate standard for a good driving record
Qualification in Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) is an asset.
Don’t Meet Every Requirement?
If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.
Accommodation:
We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com.
Application Process:
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.
Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.
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