Manager, Bus Sponsor

Metrolinx

Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 Torontos 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.

This role is an inoffice position based at our 130 Adelaide Street location. Our team is highly collaborative and much of our work benefits from inperson cocreation relationshipbuilding and handson partnership with leaders across the organization.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

The Bus Sponsor & Network Planning Office is hiring a Manager Bus Sponsor to provide leadership in the delivery of GO Bus and Bus Rapid Transit projects. The Manager Bus Sponsor will lead strategic project planning support project/program workstream interfaces lead stakeholder engagement and collaborate closely with subject matter experts in developing recommendations to senior leadership that align with corporate priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects that will shape the future of transportation in Ontario.

What will I be doing

Provides leadership and guidance to advance projects related to GO Bus and Bus Rapid Transit working alongside various teams and business owners to define project requirements (infrastructure operational maintenance fleet customer experience etc.). Leads and implements strategic plans project/program interface between delivery workstreams and stakeholder engagement.
Leads the capital project approvals process and prepares detailed reports defining a projects scope ensuring the budget and funding is secured and assuring a project is at a state of readiness and can advance to the next stage.
Oversees the development of business cases (in accordance with Metrolinxs Business Case Guidance) environmental assessments and design to inform decision-making on GO Bus infrastructure projects including but not limited to the construction of new bus facilities upgrading bus facilities and GO bus on-street stops.
Works in close collaboration with the Director Bus Sponsor in identifying opportunities and roadblocks; applies political acuity and relationship management to ensure risks are detected assessed and resolved; and proactively identifies decisions and addresses issues to give the project clear direction on how to proceed.
Conducts the evaluation of project alternatives including leveraging financial and procurement strategies to deliver on the projects participates in studies and makes recommendations for decision-making on project changes that impact project benefits including its scope schedule and budget.
Leads projects/program workstreams through management of cross-functional working teams of technical commercial planning bus operations asset management and other supporting staff.
Builds and maintains relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders (e.g. municipal officials municipal transit service providers NGOs landowners)to foster and coordinate new initiatives develop partnerships strengthen transportation planning and project delivery.
Monitors project progress to ensure that project planning objectives are delivered on time and within budget. Meets corporate objectives and manages project activities within budgetary limits.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

Completion of a degree in Planning Engineering Urban Studies Architecture Geography or a related discipline or a combination of education training and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated senior leadership experience with developing and delivering capital/operations/planning/policy development in the transportation/railway industry (particularly bus) or other infrastructure sectors.
At least one of the following would be an asset: Project Management Professional (PMP) licensed by Project Management Institute (PMI) Professional Engineering (.) license recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation recognized by the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) or comparable professional designation.
Leadership skills and experience working on capital planning projects and initiatives in the transportation or other public sector industry and knowledge of theories principles and practices of program and project planning and implementation.
Knowledge of the public sector procurement process and knowledge of/experience working with and leveraging alternative procurement models and providing review and feedback to key partners and stakeholders to ensure initiatives and project interests are met.
Theories principles and practices of transit planning land-use planning and the role of infrastructure in supporting the development of an urban region
Experience planning departmental and project budgets and monitoring budget adherence
Project management principles and practices including budget and schedule controls to manage cross functional teams and consultants engaged in simultaneous projects (e.g. development project progress related staff and project resources) and monitor project activities for adherence to timelines budgets and project performance objectives
Procurement vendor and contract management interpersonal and negotiation skills to negotiate with and manage vendor relationships
Research and analytical skills to manage evidence-based technical planning design and engineering studies
Leadership skills and facilitation including interpersonal negotiation and consensus building coupled with the ability to provide guidance to a diverse group of specialists technical staff and project consultants to accomplish the goals within established scope schedule and budget
Oral/written/presentation communication skills to act as an advisor and to develop and sustain working relationships with senior management and decision-makers external stakeholders and the public
Knowledge of government policy and program development processes to participate fully in developing or vetting major policy initiatives submitted for senior level approval
Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills to communicate proposed policies and solutions through a variety of formats to several different audiences

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt 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: 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.

For Internal applicants with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policybefore submitting your application.

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.

Required Experience:

Manager

DescriptionMetrolinx 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 Tor...

Description

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

What will I be doing

Provides leadership and guidance to advance projects related to GO Bus and Bus Rapid Transit working alongside various teams and business owners to define project requirements (infrastructure operational maintenance fleet customer experience etc.). Leads and implements strategic plans project/program interface between delivery workstreams and stakeholder engagement.
Leads the capital project approvals process and prepares detailed reports defining a projects scope ensuring the budget and funding is secured and assuring a project is at a state of readiness and can advance to the next stage.
Oversees the development of business cases (in accordance with Metrolinxs Business Case Guidance) environmental assessments and design to inform decision-making on GO Bus infrastructure projects including but not limited to the construction of new bus facilities upgrading bus facilities and GO bus on-street stops.
Works in close collaboration with the Director Bus Sponsor in identifying opportunities and roadblocks; applies political acuity and relationship management to ensure risks are detected assessed and resolved; and proactively identifies decisions and addresses issues to give the project clear direction on how to proceed.
Conducts the evaluation of project alternatives including leveraging financial and procurement strategies to deliver on the projects participates in studies and makes recommendations for decision-making on project changes that impact project benefits including its scope schedule and budget.
Leads projects/program workstreams through management of cross-functional working teams of technical commercial planning bus operations asset management and other supporting staff.
Builds and maintains relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders (e.g. municipal officials municipal transit service providers NGOs landowners)to foster and coordinate new initiatives develop partnerships strengthen transportation planning and project delivery.
Monitors project progress to ensure that project planning objectives are delivered on time and within budget. Meets corporate objectives and manages project activities within budgetary limits.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

Completion of a degree in Planning Engineering Urban Studies Architecture Geography or a related discipline or a combination of education training and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated senior leadership experience with developing and delivering capital/operations/planning/policy development in the transportation/railway industry (particularly bus) or other infrastructure sectors.
At least one of the following would be an asset: Project Management Professional (PMP) licensed by Project Management Institute (PMI) Professional Engineering (.) license recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation recognized by the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) or comparable professional designation.
Leadership skills and experience working on capital planning projects and initiatives in the transportation or other public sector industry and knowledge of theories principles and practices of program and project planning and implementation.
Knowledge of the public sector procurement process and knowledge of/experience working with and leveraging alternative procurement models and providing review and feedback to key partners and stakeholders to ensure initiatives and project interests are met.
Theories principles and practices of transit planning land-use planning and the role of infrastructure in supporting the development of an urban region
Experience planning departmental and project budgets and monitoring budget adherence
Project management principles and practices including budget and schedule controls to manage cross functional teams and consultants engaged in simultaneous projects (e.g. development project progress related staff and project resources) and monitor project activities for adherence to timelines budgets and project performance objectives
Procurement vendor and contract management interpersonal and negotiation skills to negotiate with and manage vendor relationships
Research and analytical skills to manage evidence-based technical planning design and engineering studies
Leadership skills and facilitation including interpersonal negotiation and consensus building coupled with the ability to provide guidance to a diverse group of specialists technical staff and project consultants to accomplish the goals within established scope schedule and budget
Oral/written/presentation communication skills to act as an advisor and to develop and sustain working relationships with senior management and decision-makers external stakeholders and the public
Knowledge of government policy and program development processes to participate fully in developing or vetting major policy initiatives submitted for senior level approval
Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills to communicate proposed policies and solutions through a variety of formats to several different audiences

Dont Meet Every Requirement

Accommodation:

Application Process:

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.

Required Experience:

Manager