Requisition ID: 19758 Department: Transit Services Dept. Service: Rail Construction Program Service Branch: Construction Management Branch Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary - Up to 1 year Work Hours: 35.00 hours per weekAffiliation: CIPP Salary Information: $80,325.70 - $97,739.46 annually (2025 rates of pay)Location: Gillin Building,141 Laurier Avenue City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Transit Services - OC Transpo Application Close: 10/11/2025JOB SUMMARY
The mandate of the Rail Construction Program is to transform, develop, grow and sustain Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit Systems as a component of the City of Ottawa’s overall transportation and mobility strategy.
You are responsible for: coordinating, overseeing and monitoring the construction works related to the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit (LRT) project within the City’s Rail Construction Program; coordinating works associated with multiple phases of the project, including early works, design, construction, demolition, rehabilitation, testing, commissioning, closeout, turnover to clients, warranty and maintenance; and supporting management staff in the decision-making process by implementing construction oversight and inspection to assess the performance, quality and progress of the Stage 2 LRT project construction works.
You also: perform a key role in site coordination and communication; ensure compliance with all construction contract requirements; interface with contractors, consultants and external stakeholders; monitor, track and report on project status; perform site visits and prepare daily field inspection reports; review submittals and payment requests; and actively work to resolve issues in the field wherever possible, and escalate to management when needed.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in a relevant engineering discipline or applied science from an accredited university
Minimum of 3 years of relevant field experience on construction projects.
Experience on light rail construction projects is desirableCERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulatedLicensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) OR Licensed Architect with Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) is desirableCertificate of Recognition (COR) training or certification from IHSA is desirableKNOWLEDGE
Engineering standards for Ontario/Canada and related to the field of expertise
Various engineering standards, bylaws and related national and provincial codes
Applicable acts, legislations, regulations and guidelines
City of Ottawa standards and specifications
OPSS, MOE and other related agency regulations
Awareness of project management concepts
Contract management
Engineering, construction and design processes
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, etc.)
Field investigation techniques
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
Awareness of project management concepts
Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects for Ontario
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to read technical plans and drawings for multiple disciplines, including structural, civil, architectural, etc.
Prepare and deliver field inspection reports and progress reports
Plan, operate and supervise engineering and process studies
Effective time management and task prioritization
Manage projects and meet objectives
Work professionally with contractors, consultants and other technical authorities
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Display good judgement with staff, professionals and clients
Strong technical and analytical skills
Undertake projects and tasks with minimal supervision
Build effective interpersonal relationships
Strong initiative, judgement, reliability
Highly motivated and conscientious
Diplomacy, discretion and tact
Flexible, organized, detailed-oriented and an independent worker
Able to work well in a team-oriented environment
Willingness to work outside normal working hours
Access to a personal vehicle also required.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
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