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.
Our Scarborough Subway Extension Office within the Subways Program Group is looking to hire a Manager Construction 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 position will manage a team of external staff (Technical Advisors) and oversee consultants and contractors work. Actively leads all activities to ensure achievement of objectives according to defined timelines budget and approved project deliverables.
What will I be doing
- Performs full project life-cycle project management role and responsibilities within a collaborative minded project team on a complex dynamic and high-risk project as required to meet corporate commitments with or without staff delegation
- Manages project progress analyses current and future work activities to identify deficiencies and opportunities for efficiencies; recommends and implements solutions
- Delivers projects from initial conception through commissioning and transfer to next stage of the SSE within scope on budget and on schedule; oversees 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
- Integrates multiple corporate requirements into projects including technical design environmental assessment conditions community and municipal commitments Passenger Charter design excellence and property acquisition conditions analyzing potential conflicts delays or issues resulting from integration of corporate requirements with overall project plan
- Consults and collaborates with the applicable Centre(s) of Excellence to determine and incorporate requirements and obtain sign-off at agreed-upon intervals to ensure projects across the system are developed implemented and integrated consistently efficiently safely and in a coordinated manner
- Oversees consultant and contractor scope and quality of work identifies existing and potential issues and initiates corrective action to avoid serious project delays or budget impacts; determines what requires escalation and initiates appropriate action
- Works in conjunction with Metrolinxs other business units operational divisions and various internal stakeholders and communicates effectively with agencies utility companies and other external stakeholders to define requirements develop project implementation plans and monitor compliance
- Ensures general compliance with the contractual framework and provides oversight of design and technical requirements where required
- Works with a multidisciplinary team comprised of employees Delivery Partner(s) consultants/Technical Authority and third-party contractors to deliver high-quality product and service and oversees the day-to-day delivery of project team members involved in the coordination and administration of project elements
- Reviews and evaluates consultant studies reports design proposals specifications and contract documents to meet established policies procedures and standards
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
- Demonstrates 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 required to travel to various site locations meetings operational facilities etc. (approximately 5%). Must meet and maintain the corporate standard for a good driving record
- PMP (Project Management Professional) is an asset
- 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
- Has experience with mechanized tunneling methodologies (particularly Earth Pressure Balance Tunnel Boring Machines (EPB TBMs) along with experience working on various job sites that involve both surface and underground components
- Understands project close out procedures and requirements in line with the Project Agreement as well as the documentation required for successful project completion and closeout / handover
- Understands theories principles and practices of civil and architectural design and construction; skill and proficiency in broad phases of engineering application
- 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
- 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 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
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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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