Project Manager

Job title:

Project Manager

Company

Metrolinx

Job description

Job Description: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.Our Capital Projects Group (CPG) Rapid Transit (RT) Division is looking for a Project Manager, Rapid Transit Program Delivery. The Project Manager will provide comprehensive project management services for the delivery of the Rapid Transit Program.The position will be responsible for managing program level issues and may involve contract and schedule management, project financial accountability, and support to project deliverables during all stages of construction projects. This position reports into the Senior Project Manager, Rapid Transit Program Delivery.What Will I be Doing?

• Apply a program lens to project level issues to improve the way we delivery Rapid Transit (RT) projects.
• Manage program level interfaces with key internal and external stakeholders to help resolve technical issues that impact multiple projects and to ensure these are dealt with in a consistent manner.
• Find areas of improvement in the way Metrolinx conducts business. Develop solutions that will standardize the way we deliver projects and work with the Project Delivery Teams (PDTs) to share lessons learned that can be applied to other RT projects.
• Support the oversight and management of RT projects and elements of projects through various phases including preliminary design, detailed design, preparation of contract documents, construction, contract management, and commissioning activities.
• Work with PDTs to assist with monitoring objectives related to engineering, design standards/ design review, technical specifications, document control, budget and work breakdown structures, project schedules, resource prioritization, and staffing requirements.
• Support the identification, assessment, mitigation, and communication of project and program risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and PDTs to ensure Metrolinx requirements are incorporated in the delivery of Transit Oriented Community (TOC) projects. Develop and participate in processes to ensure Metrolinx assets are protected from adjacent development.
• Review and evaluate studies, reports, proposals, specifications, and contract documents, to meet established policies, procedures, and standards applicable to RT projects.
• Lead special LEAN projects, coordinate initiatives across the RT program, and support transformation and continuous improvement projects across CPG.
• Develop and deliver reports and presentations defining plans, issues, status, and resolutions to appropriate levels of management.
• Participate in the development of proposals and evaluate and recommend RFP/ RFQ submissions; participate in in-market activities, including contractor Requests for Information.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, Architecture or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably within the public sector
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and stakeholders, preferably involving planning, design, construction, and commissioning of passenger rail transit.
• Experience in oversight of project interfaces including Pre-Construction Services (Property, Permits, Licenses, and Approvals (PLA), Utilities, Environmental Programs and Assessments (EPA)), Communications and Community Relations, Systems, Third Party Project Review (TPPR), Asset Management, Transit Oriented Communities, and stakeholder relations.
• Professional Engineer Ontario (P.Eng.), Registered Architect (OAA), Project Management Professional (PMP) designation, or Planning designation (RPP) is considered an asset.
• Courses/programs on LEAN or other process improvement certifications, project management, construction management and transportation design are considered an asset.
• Knowledge of program management, planning, budgeting, prioritization, risk and change management principles, methods, and techniques to manage the development, deployment, and implementation program initiatives.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret and apply specifications, contracts, and design documents.
• Effective written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills to articulate and present advice, options, and recommendations to senior management.
• Leadership and management skills to manage and motivate a team as well as cross functional teams and set high standards and clear expectations.
• A valid Ontario “G” Driver’s Licence is an asset for any site visits.

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 .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.#LI-SS1

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Location

Canada

Job date

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 07:06:39 GMT

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