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.
In Asset Management and Maintenance we play a key role in ensuring the safe reliable and costeffective service of our transit system as the Metrolinx engineering technical authority and owner of more than $20 billion in assets and growing to $60 billion by 2030.
To promote an equitable diverse and inclusive environment we provide the following:
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Parental Leave TopUp
- Lactation Accommodation
- Competitive Pension Plan
- Annual Learning Reimbursement
- Mentorship Program
- Recognition of Prior Public Sector Service for Vacation Entitlements
- Free GO Network Travel
Our Facilities Architecture and Engineering (FAE) office is seeking an analyst Architecture Standards. Reporting to the Senior Manager FAE Architecture Standards this role supports and coordinates the creation and consultation for architectural design standards associated with capital infrastructure projects to prioritize customer experience and support corporate objectives through architecture and design and support consistent application of those elements across the organization.
Up to 16 months Contract Role
What will I be doing
- Researches analyzes and coordinates the development preparation revision and interpretation of standards aimed at achieving design excellence in architecture landscape architecture and urban design on public transit projects
- Coordinates the procurement of research and consulting services from individuals corporations and/or academic institutions related to design excellence including defining scope estimating budget delineating selection criteria and overseeing the selection process
- Reviews external consultant services work to ensure deliverables are aligned with agreement terms and timelines
- Coordinates studies and designrelated projects such as for transitoriented development with internal and external stakeholders and consultants including the development of project plans.
- Prepares a variety of draft reports studies briefing materials and presentation findings for senior staff and management to address Architecture and urban standards related topics and assess findings and possible impacts on Metrolinx objectives
- Coordinates workshops and stakeholder meetings to liaise with various stakeholders including internal business units and external organizations
What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need
- Completion of a degree in Architecture Architectural Technology Landscape Architecture or Urban Design or any combination of education training and experience deemed equivalent
- Practical experience balancing architectural design excellence with functional imperatives including operations maintenance and construction management standards and practices including the ability to understand construction operating and maintenance documents
- Demonstrated experience in architectural design preferably in transit facilities
- Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) or equivalent professional accreditation is an asset. This may include intern architects working towards their registration.
- Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) or other environmental sustainability accreditation/experience is an asset
- Knowledge of contract law the Ontario Building Code (OBC) Environmental Assessment Act the Occupational Health & Safety Act and accessibility standards an asset
- Familiarity with the strategic challenges of working within a Design Build Finance Maintain procurement model is an asset
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 equitydeserving 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
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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 timesensitive 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 nonunion 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.