Manager, Projects (Signals and Communications)
Manager, Projects (Signals and Communications)
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23-05-2025
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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 Asset Management and Maintenance Signals & Communications Projects office is looking for a manager to be accountable for the project management of new and ongoing State of Good Repair (SOGR) projects associated with Metrolinx railway corridors including the planning scope design procurement construction and commissioning phases. The program includes a variety of projects to improve the overall quality safety and efficiency of signalling throughout the entire GO Transit rail network.
As the Manager Projects you will manage a team of staff and oversee consultants and contractors work on SOGR projects and actively lead all activities to ensure achievement of objectives according to defined timelines budget and approved project deliverables.
What will I be doing
- Manage project progress and provide analysis of current and future work activities to identify deficiencies and opportunities for efficiencies as well as recommend and implement solutions for new and existing SOGR projects.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and to a high standard of quality.
- Monitor and report on project safety and identify issues to mitigate risk and problems.
- Report project status and trends to Senior Management including project governance finance risk and scheduling.
- Manage staff and project teams and provide timely feedback and coaching monitoring of work assignments and the achievement of performance objectives.
- Manage and monitor capital and operating budgets.
- Oversee consultant and contractor scope and quality of work to identify existing and potential issues and initiate corrective action.
- Negotiate with and influence consultants contractors internal stakeholders and external stakeholders on contract terms timelines deliverables changes and other issues impacting project progress quality cost and safety.
- Work closely with Asset Management Engineering Operations and Maintenance Delivery teams to commission and transition infrastructure work.
- Lead and oversee meetings to strategize and plan future projects in alignment with the Asset Management Plan.
- Seek approval and develop procurement vehicles (contract / scope of work) to enable consultant and construction works.
What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need
- Completion of a degree in applied science engineering or a related discipline or a combination of education training and experience deemed equivalent.
- Demonstrated project management experience related to the planning design and construction of Signalling and Communication projects and related works.
- Proven experience in managing and leading direct reports as well as a team of employees.
- A valid Ontario Class G drivers license is required to travel to various site locations meetings operational facilities etc. Must meet and maintain the corporate standard for a good driving record.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset.
- Knowledge of railway corridor infrastructure and related construction projects.
- Experience with project management methodologies to manage construction projects from start to completion; knowledgeable in procurement processes to identify opportunities for improvements and cost savings.
- Knowledge of Contract Law and standard contract forms and types the Construction Act and the requirements of the Professional Engineers Act. Knowledge of standards associated with Conventional Signals and Communications (eg. AREMA Transport Canada) is an asset. Knowledge of Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR) and Canadian Method for Risk Evaluation and Assessment (CMREA) is an asset.
- Knowledge of Human Resources legislation (e.g. Employment Standards Act Occupational Health & Safety Act etc.) to monitor and manage employees and contractors including experience in the application of collective agreement provisions.
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 .
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.
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Manager
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Full-Time
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