Manager, Delivery

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.

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 Scarborough Subway Extension Office within the Subways Program Group is looking to hire a Manager Delivery who is accountable for the project management of capital infrastructure projects associated with Metrolinx railway corridors including the planning scope design procurement construction and commissioning phases. This role will manage a team of external staff and oversee consultants and contractors work. The role will 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 analyze current and future work activities to identify deficiencies and opportunities for efficiencies.
• Manage the development of detailed design and technical/output specifications.
• Deliver projects from design through commissioning and transfer to operations within scope on budget and on schedule.
• Oversee project activities to ensure requirements compliance with good project management and construction practices as well as corporate design standards and applicable municipal provincial and federal codes.
• Integrate multiple corporate requirements into projects including technical design environmental assessment conditions community and municipal commitments Passenger Charter design excellence and property acquisition conditions.
• Consult and collaborate with the applicable Centre(s) of Excellence to determine and incorporate requirements and obtain sign-off at agreed-upon intervals.
• Develop recommendations for the packaging of work and type of contract.
• Oversee consultant and contractor scope and quality of work identify existing and potential issues and initiate corrective action to avoid serious project delays or budget impacts.
• Work in conjunction with Metrolinxs other business units operational divisions and various internal stakeholders and communicate effectively with agencies utility companies and other external stakeholders to define requirements develop project implementation plans and monitor compliance.
• Ensure general compliance with P3 or Progressive Design-Build contracts and provide oversight of design and technical requirements where required.

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 transit facilities station infrastructure and related works.
• A valid Ontario Class G drivers license is preferred to travel to various site locations meetings operational facilities etc.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) is an asset.
• Experience with managing multiple key stakeholders on public transit projects.
• Project management methodologies to manage transit and infrastructure projects from start to completion
• Knowledgeable of procurement processes to identify opportunities for improvements and cost savings.
• Ability to understand theories principles and practices of civil and architectural design and construction.
• Problem solving and analytical skills to evaluate and address contractor and supplier performance issues and recommend plans for improvement
• Knowledge of Contract Law and standard contract forms (CCDC) the Occupational Health and Safety Act Environmental Assessment Act and the requirements of the Professional Engineers Act.
• Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills to liaise with all levels within the organization and on construction sites.

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 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 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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