Manager, Construction

Metrolinx

About The Position

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 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.

Requirements

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 driver’s 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
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

Nice To Haves

PMP (Project Management Professional) is an asset

Responsibilities

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 Metrolinx's 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