Senior Project Manager, Construction

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 110 Matheson Boulevard West. location. Our team is highly collaborative and much of our work benefits from inperson cocreation relationshipbuilding and handson partnership with leaders across the organization.

Our Capital Projects Group 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 Rapid Transit Hazel McCallion Office is seeking a Senior Project Manager to play a key role in the realm of civil construction. This role will be responsible for construction coordination with the project contractor constructability reviews safety coordination third party consultation and construction interfaces (i.e. highways rail municipalities) and field services. It will work in direct consultation with quality design and interface team members. If you have a strong background in civil construction collaborative leadership and strategic thinking this is the role for you!

What will I be doing

• Manages the efficient delivery of light rail transit corridor infrastructure elements through project activities including preliminary design detailed design preparation of contract documents construction contract management and commissioning activities

• Assists with feasibility and environmental studies and the development and assessment of alternative delivery options to meet market and business conditions relating to the delivery and implementation of light rapid transit corridor infrastructure where required

• Participates in the development of design proposals and evaluates and recommends RFP/RFQ submissions; manages In-Market activities including Contractor Requests for Information and reviews submissions during project design phase

• Communicates effectively with agencies utility companies and other external stakeholders to define requirements develop project implementation plans and monitor compliance for light railway infrastructure corridors; delivers proper ongoing communication and consultation with external stakeholders and elected officials

• Leads staff and consultant project teams in the design and construction of infrastructure related to the rapid transit program to achieve program milestones and deliverables that are consistent with quality standards throughout the full project life cycle

• Manages the efficient delivery of light rail transit corridor infrastructure elements through project activities including preliminary design detailed design preparation of contract documents construction contract management and commissioning activities

• Assists with feasibility and environmental studies and the development and assessment of alternative delivery options to meet market and business conditions relating to the delivery and implementation of light rapid transit corridor infrastructure where required

• Participates in the development of design proposals and evaluates and recommends RFP/RFQ submissions; manages In-Market activities including Contractor Requests for Information and reviews submissions during project design phase

• Communicates effectively with agencies utility companies and other external stakeholders to define requirements develop project implementation plans and monitor compliance for light railway infrastructure corridors; delivers proper ongoing communication and consultation with external stakeholders and elected officials

• Leads staff and consultant project teams in the design and construction of infrastructure related to the rapid transit program to achieve program milestones and deliverables that are consistent with quality standards throughout the full project life cycle

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

• A University degree in Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario is an asset.

• A valid Ontario Class G drivers license is required

• PMP certification is an asset.

• Demonstrates progressively responsible experience in capital project management and implementation including experience managing large complex multi-year transit projects

• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management abilities

• Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications is essential.

• Negotiating skills to navigate between multiple parties with differing perspectives along with interpersonal skills to develop collaborative internal relationships.

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 and other applicable legislation 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 thepolicy before submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided be 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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