Project Manager, Line Extension

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.
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.
GO Extensions business unit is seeking a Project Manager for its 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?

• Estimates project engineering, construction and contingency costs, and forecasts timeframes for project implementation and funding expenditures, including monitoring and updates through the use of advanced financial/project management software.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with Metrolinx policies and procedures, design and schedule requirements and to manage Metrolinx’s liability throughout the lifecycle of projects.
• Coordinates procurement of contracts, property requests for acquisitions, purchase orders, change orders for supply/construction contracts and addenda for consultant assignments.
• Manages all aspects of project scope of work; initiates, prepares, and presents agreements that govern the engagement of consultants, suppliers, and contractors for execution.
• Manages projects involving effective coordination and liaison with a large number of internal and external stakeholders – including other areas of the Capital Projects Group and other Metrolinx departments, municipal or agency partners, third party utility companies and Railways.
• Supervises staff engaged in all aspects of the project management cycle.
• Reviews and evaluates consultant and/or planning studies, reports, design proposals, specifications and contract documents for compliance with Metrolinx policies, procedures and standards, and any other applicable industry guidelines or practices.
• Manages multiple complex capital transportation projects from planning stages to commissioning and closeout, consistent with corporate commitments (budget, schedule, quality, etc.).
• Identifies the need for concept, preliminary or detail design alternatives, or value engineering opportunities.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Possession of a related designation, such as P.Eng. and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) is an asset
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience to manage multiple complex projects under pressure to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of various procurement models including AFP processes to identify opportunities for improvements and cost savings would be considered as asset.
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects involving the planning, design, and construction, and commissioning of transit facilities, stations & parking infrastructure, bridges and heavy Railway track & structures in an operating Railway environment.
• Completion of a university degree in Engineering or related field – or a combination of relevant education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
• Knowledge of risk analysis and mitigation experience to identify permits-related planning and timelines issues across all projects to avoid punitive (e.g. financial, time, reputation) damages would be considered as asset.
• Excellent oral, written/presentation, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively in a large, matrix team environment.
• Demonstrated experience and application of supervisory principles and effective practices to supervise staff, including unionised staff.
• Knowledge of contract law, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and construction standards and procedures applicable to operating Railway environment.

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 [email protected] .
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.
For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application.
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.
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