Project Manager, Rail Corridor Extensions

Job title:

Project Manager, Rail Corridor Extensions

Company

Metrolinx

Job description

Job 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 Toronto’s 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.CPG’s 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 Capital Projects Group business unit is seeking a Project Manager for its Bowmanville Line Extensions team. This position will provide technical expertise and administration of planning, engineering, design, and construction of transit infrastructure projects.What will I be doing?

• Oversee and manage capital corridor infrastructure projects through all stages of design, construction, and close-out; coordinate project management responsibilities, review project progress, identify deficiencies and opportunities, and recommend solutions.
• Oversee project scope and quality of work, identify existing and potential issues, and initiate corrective action to mitigate project delays or budget impacts; determine what requires escalation and initiate appropriate action accordingly.
• Collaborates and liaises with consultants, contractors, internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, municipal authorities, private utility companies, etc., on the Project Agreement, timelines, deliverables, changes, and other issues impacting project progress, quality, cost, and safety.
• Oversees day-to-day project construction, testing, commissioning, and handover progress; participates in related meetings and provides input to resolve issues.
• Integrate corporate requirements, commitments, and initiatives into projects, including design requirements, environmental assessment conditions, Railway requirements, and municipal commitments.
• Estimate project engineering, construction, and contingency costs review change orders and forecast time frames for project implementation and funding expenditures.
• Supervise the project team to ensure they are engaged in all aspects of the project management cycle.
• Works with customer and community stakeholder relations to identify and rectify situations promptly and in a timely manner.
• Maintains quality control and assurance on assigned projects; ensures deficiencies/non-conformances are addressed immediately.
• Identify and act on issues and risks.; collaborates with the Manager and other team members to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, Architecture or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably within the public sectoru
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects involving planning, design, construction, and commissioning transit facilities, heavy Railway infrastructure, bridges, structures, and related works.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understands theories, principles and practices of civil and architectural design and construction, skills, and proficiency in broad phases of engineering application.
• Knowledge of project management, including cost control, scheduling, codes, standards, specifications, corporate policies and procedures and applicable environmental legislation.
• Demonstrated experience and application of supervisory principles and practices to supervise staff.
• Knowledge of contract law, the Construction Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and construction standards and procedures applicable to operating the Railway environment.
• Problem-solving and negotiation skills to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills to evaluate and address contractor performance issues and recommend plans for improvement to evaluate and address program impediments that could disrupt or jeopardize the project and/or corporate objectives.
• First-hand knowledge of Procurement Delivery, Contract Law, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Environmental Assessment Act, and the transit/Railway construction standards and procedures requirements.
• A Driver’s Abstract (within the last 3 Years) will be required of the successful candidate. The employee(s) in this role will have access to a company vehicle (Non-Revenue Fleet Vehicle).

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t 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: 416-202-5601 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.#Li-SS1

Expected salary

Location

Canada

Job date

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 08:18:29 GMT

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