Project Coordinator, Northern Corridors

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

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.

CPGs 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.

Under the supervision of the Manager the Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and providing regular updates reports on the day-to-day activities of the project or specific component of the project including the design and construction of assigned physical infrastructure projects in a safe timely consistent and cost effective manner.

Start Rate (Non-negotiable):$49.68 per hour.

What will I be doing

Oversee the project work of consultants and contractors to ensure compliance with Metrolinxs Standards and internal stakeholder group requirements through all project stages.
Lead and coordinate the review of and response to documents such as project design submittals workplans RFIs contract specifications and drawings within the contractual timeframe.
Plan and report all project expenditures such as consultant fees purchase orders construction contracts quotations and change orders.
Coordinate project scope and requirements to ensure all internal and external approvals are obtained on time to mitigate risks.
Organize and maintain meetings with external parties such as the City of Toronto Metrolinxs Owners Consultant and Technical Advisors to ensure compliance with project requirements legislation codes and regulatory requirements. You may be required to chair some of these meetings with support from a more senior member of the team.
Ensure an agenda is produced and communicated to all attendees ahead of relevant meetings.
Take notes or minutes at relevant meetings.
Attend regular Rail Corridor Access meetings with internal and external groups to ensure project needs are clearly communicated.
Manage re-zoning needs for the project with Metrolinx Permits License and Approvals team in consultation with City Planning.
Represent the Project at regular City of Toronto Permitting meetings with internal and external groups to ensure project permitting needs are clearly communicated.
Represent the Project at regular Quality meetings with internal and external groups to ensure project quality needs are clearly communicated including drafting non-conformance reports.
Ensure project completion and commissioning for handover to user group.
Oversee all site works and construction works working directly with contractors on site. During construction you will be required to visit the project site at least once a week.Regular site visits are required during working hours and occasional visits during evenings weekends and/or holidays. Site visits may involve exposure to different levels of construction at stations platforms and railway corridors along with exposure to inclement weather.
Occasional contact with customers/stakeholders to respond to their enquiries and/or complaints.
Work with Project Manager to manage risk cost schedule permits and all other performance indicators related to execution of the work.
You will be working in a fast-paced schedule construction environment working collaboratively with others to resolve issues and facilitate the execution of the works.
Support other members of the team in working towards all required established processes such as Change Management Risk Management Readiness and Scheduling Updates.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

A college diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or an equivalent combination of education training and experience providing a thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of engineering/architecture.
Minimum five (5) years experience related to the planning design and construction of transit facilities interpreting and applying contract plans and specifications and co-ordinating contracted engineering projects.
Knowledge of the theory principles and practices of civil/structural engineering and architecture.
Detailed knowledge of project management including cost control scheduling codes standards specifications corporate procedures and applicable contract legislation.
Understanding of Railway Rules and Regulations and Safety & Operating procedures.
Excellent written and oral communication skills ability to work independently strong interpersonal skills and analytical ability are a must.
Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications is essential ( Primavera Unifier PowerBI SharePoint).
Proficiency in the use of computer applications such as Bluebeam Revit GIS & AutoCAD would be desirable.
This position requires the successful candidate to be present at various designated onsite locations as assigned by their leader for a minimum of three (3) days each week. Additionally as an operational business continuity functional coordinator the candidate should be prepared to make regular visits during evenings nights weekends and holidays as necessary.
Have a valid Ontario G Drivers Licence for regular site visits (a Drivers Abstract (within the last 3 Years) will be required of the successful candidate.

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.

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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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 To...