Project Manager, Northern Corridors, Barrie (Capital Project Delivery)

Metrolinx

2d•Onsite

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. This role is an in office position (5 days per week) based at our [INSERT OFFICE] location. Our team is highly collaborative, and much of our work benefits from in person co creation, relationship building, and hands on partnership with leaders across the organization. We offer flexibility in start and end times while maintaining core business hours for shared availability across the 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 is seeking a Project Manager, Northern Corridors to support Capital Project Delivery along the Barrie Line GO Expansion (for example, Maple GO Station and King City GO Station, or, as assigned). The role involves work such as: station expansion and improvements, enabling works for the corridor including new utilities and existing relocation to support new infrastructure, testing and commissioning, delivering double track and signals, civil works, retaining walls, pedestrian bridges and tunnels, culverts, privacy fences, landscape works, and land acquisition to support GO Expansion. This position will provide technical expertise and administration of planning, engineering, design, and construction of transit infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Completion of a college diploma / university degree in Engineering, Architecture or a related discipline - or a combination of relevant education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably within the public sector
Demonstrated experience in managing projects involving planning, design, construction, and commissioning of large scale and complex industrial, commercial, or institutional works. Relevant experience in transit facilities, heavy Railway infrastructure, bridges, structures, and related works is considered an asset.
Demonstrated project management skills and experience to manage complex, projects under pressure to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
Demonstrated experience and application of supervisory principles and practices to supervise staff.
Knowledge of contract law, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and construction standards and procedures applicable to operating Railway environment.
Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation and strong communication skills to liaise with all levels within the organization and on construction sites.
A valid Ontario “G” Driver’s Licence is required for regular site visits. A Driver’s Abstract (within the last 3 Years) will be required of the successful candidate.
Project specific requirement for construction on-site presence and construction site visits (Capital Projects Group) during working hours as well as some work evenings, weekends and/or holidays may be required.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Certified Engineering Technician (CET) or P.Eng. designation or partial completion is an asset

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, coordinating, and delivering stations, railway track and signaling projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope.
Plan, coordinate and ensure site access with rail corridor access team are successful
Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging innovation, continuous learning, and high performance.
Prepare and maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and technical records.
Identify and report project risks or issues and collaborate with senior team members to develop solutions.
Prepare and present project updates and technical documentation for leadership.
Manage project risks, troubleshooting issues to minimize impact on safety and operations.
Plan, set objectives and control activities during the development phase and execution of the project in conjunction with the design integration and means and methods construction teams.
Manage all aspects related to internal and external stakeholders as the project moves through its life cycle. Ensuring review timelines, comments and integration of these comments are met and agreed.
Drive the integration of all disciplines supporting the design and execution of the work.
Manage critical paths/milestones, by monitoring mechanisms for projects (e.g., budget, schedule, scope, quality); regularly reports to Manager on project status.
Promote a safe and healthy work environment; ensure project teams, contractors and trades comply with health, safety and environmental standards that meet or exceed legislated requirements.
Heavily involved in construction planning to ensure operations of live rail corridor is maintained and identification of key risks and opportunities to deliver project.