Senior Manager, Project Controls OL

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 Project Controls Office is hiring for a Senior Manager Project Controls Ontario Line to lead and over see oversee cost engineering estimating analysis/control forecasting and planning/scheduling for technically complex projects. Reporting to the Director Elevated Guideway & Stations Ontario Line this role ensures that the project controls system is properly implemented and utilized. The senior manager will provide support and coordination while working closely with estimating and construction teams to maintain effective cost schedule and risk management.

What will I be doing

• Lead project controls functions including cost estimating forecasting cost control and reporting across assigned projects
• Develop review and maintain integrated project schedules resource plans and budget alignment using Primavera P6
• Establish and oversee cost control job cost processing and project performance measurement frameworks
• Monitor project performance using Earned Value metrics (CPI SPI S-curves) and recommend corrective actions
• Identify assess and manage project risks ensuring integration with schedule cost and change management processes
• Support change management processes and ensure compliance with contract and project control requirements
• Support claims assessment negotiations and resolution related to cost and schedule impacts
• Prepare and update project forecasts estimates at completion and cash flows in collaboration with Finance
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders and teams while supporting project status reporting and governance
• Provide leadership mentoring and technical guidance to project controls team members and contribute to process improvement initiatives

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

• Bachelors degree in engineering Construction Management or a related field.
• Progressive experience in scheduling cost control risk change management and reporting in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Applied knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) project management and cost engineering principles.
• Advanced hands-on expertise in Primavera P6 SAP and Microsoft Suite.
• Experience with project controls tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in cost and schedule management.
• Ability to lead by example and mentor technical and non-technical personnel.
• Skilled in personnel administration direction and training.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to present project controls data to management and clients.
• Expertise in cost engineering procurement contracts construction and startup processes.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work effectively at all levels of management and workforce.
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

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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