External Permits Manager

Req ID:503292

Imagine playing a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canadas busiest public transit system and doing so with a consistently ranked Top Employer with a global reach. As part of the ONxpress consortium Alstom is proudly working to transform the collective mobility of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas (GTHA) through the On-Corridor Works project and we are hiring for hundreds of roles. The GO Expansion On-Corridor Works scope : new electric locomotives fleet upgrades train control systems network electrification signalling telecommunications and digital systems maintenance and much more.

The External Permits Manager position involves establishing and maintaining relationships with governmental authorities and stakeholders coordinating meetings and ensuring all necessary permits and approvals are obtained and tracked.

• Establish and maintain working relationships with relevant governmental authorities and stakeholders through the Contracting Authority Representative.
• Review project documents (e.g. drawings reports and contracts) to identify permit and approval requirements.
• Assist the PLAA & Lands Manager in scheduling arranging and coordinating meetings with the city and other external stakeholders.
• Prepare agenda and minutes of meetings for all meetings under the teams responsibility.
• Prepare submit and track all required PLAA applications including but not limited to Street Occupancy Permits Road Cut - Short/Full Stream SPA; Building Permits Site Servicing EASRs PTTW TRCA).
• Utilize the PLAA Tracking System to track the progress of PLAAs throughout the project.
• Maintain a permit tracker to manage records of comments responses submissions and resubmissions of permit applications.
• Ensure that all plans and records related to PLAA are uploaded into registries as required by Governmental Authorities and Contracting Authorities.
• Identify potential issues affecting PLAAs define mitigation measures and report to the PLAA & Lands Manager.
• Arrange schedule coordinate and align the PLAA/Lands teams objectives with interdisciplinary cross-functional working groups including but not limited to design teams consultants and construction teams.
• Monitor and track documents related to Lands Property and Access for the entire Project.
• Prepare and submit requests for Permit to Enter to Contracting Authority for access to private lands.
• Perform other related duties as assigned promoting a positive team environment and a culture of collaboration.
  

Mandatory:

• A bachelors degree in engineering architecture urban planning or related field.
• Minimum of 3 5 years of professional experience.
• Experience in the design and/or construction industry or major infrastructure project is considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of commonly used desktop applications such as MS Office and SharePoint.
• Interpersonal and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in high-paced environments.
• Professional designation is an asset such as EIT PMP OAA or any other project Management.
• Working knowledge of design and construction industry practices.
• Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements third-party permits and approval processes as well as environmental and property approvals pertinent to large infrastructure and transit projects.
• Sound judgment excellent problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to liaise with consultants contractors and Governmental Authorities.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of and experience acquiring permits licenses and approval requirements for major infrastructure and transit infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation procedures and permit requirements including the Ontario Water Resources Act Building Code Planning Act (Ontario) Metrolinx Act 2006 (Ontario) Municipal Act (Ontario) railway corridor infrastructure and related construction projects.

Competencies and Skills:

• Numerate & literate
• Risk Assessing
• Presentation Skills
• Communication Skills

• Ability to make critical decisions based on evidence

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrows mobility. Thats why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day we are building an agile inclusive and responsible culture where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn grow and advance in their careers with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race colour religion gender sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability status or any other characteristic protected by local law.