Project Manager, Utilities (Project Subways)

Metrolinx

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario, connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe by operating GO Transit, UP Express, and the PRESTO fare payment system. The organization is actively involved in building new rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system. Metrolinx values equity, diversity, and inclusion, which are central to its mission. This Project Manager role is an in-office position based at the 2 Queen Street East location, emphasizing in-person collaboration, co-creation, and relationship-building. The Third-Party Projects Review team is seeking a Project Manager to manage the review of third-party applications, permits, and approvals in proximity to and within Metrolinx-owned heavy rail transit rights-of-way and associated assets. The position involves leading interactions with internal Metrolinx departments, other government agencies, and Third-Party project proponents to ensure system safety and reliability.

Requirements

Completion of a degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, Architecture or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
Experience with heavy and light rail infrastructure operations/construction, and/or transportation planning principles and practices, right of way permits and third-party project approvals.
Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably within the public sector
Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements governing the delivery of transit services (e.g., Railway Safety Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Transport Canada (TC), Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), Railway Association of Canada (RAC), Ontario provincial and municipal standards and best practices, contracts, and environmental legislation)
A valid Ontario “G” Driver’s License is required for regular site visits.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform complete start to close-out project management on third-party applications, permits and approvals as assigned, to meet corporate commitments and internal and external stakeholder requirements for schedules and budget, with or without staff delegation
Manage the tracking and monitoring of aspects related to project quality, risk assessment, issues management and project reporting for railway corridors
Engage in project-related discussions and develop strategies for communication and negotiation with proponents to identify and address potential obstacles and promote successful project implementation in a timely manner
Manage and monitor Metrolinx authorized third-party technical advisor.
Lead negotiations with proponents, as required, to gain their acceptance regarding proposed actions, address issues with proposals, represent Metrolinx interests, and finalize agreements.
Oversee the tracking and monitoring of project review progress, permit status, team performance, issues management, lessons learned, and reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Act as a technical specialist to review, evaluate and approve (as applicable) project documents, consultant studies, reports, design proposals, specifications, and contract documents, to meet established policies, procedures, and standards
Develop and manage relationships to ensure affected internal and external parties are consulted and informed, and that any negative impacts on Metrolinx assets are suitably mitigated
Review Workplans, approvals and CAP issued documents, approval conditions, approved drawings/plans, and reports, to ensure completeness, compliance, and consistency with the established guidelines, standards, regulations and operating documents (including, but not limited to, Building Transit Faster Act – BTFA, OSHA, RSA, CSMP, CROR, GEI)