Senior Project Manager, Hamilton LRT

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 based at our 100 King Street West, Hamilton 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.

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.

The Capital Project Delivery Group is hiring a Senior Project Manager for its Hamilton LRT Project. Under the guidance of the Director, you will coordinate the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of the Hamilton LRT Project, or other projects, as assigned.

What will I be doing?

• Manages the efficient delivery of light rail transit systems and infrastructure elements through project activities including preliminary design, detailed design, preparation of contract documents, construction, contract management and commissioning activities

• Assists with feasibility and environmental studies, and the development and assessment of alternative delivery options to meet market and business conditions relating to the delivery and implementation the , where required

• Participates in the development of design proposals and evaluates and recommends RFP/RFQ submissions; manages In-Market activities, including Contractor Requests for Information, and reviews submissions during project design phase

• Communicates effectively with external stakeholders to define requirements, develop project implementation plans and monitor compliance; delivers proper ongoing communication and consultation with external stakeholders

• Monitors objectives related to engineering, design standards/design review, technical specifications, document control, budget and work breakdown structures, project schedules, resource prioritization, and staffing requirements

• Manages contractors’ construction plans and schedules for completeness, workability, and alignment with contract documents; oversees contractors’ compliance to all contract provisions, including monitoring the contractor safety, quality, environmental compliance, cost, and schedule performance

• Leads staff and consultant project teams in the design and construction of infrastructure related to the rapid transit program to achieve program milestones and deliverables that are consistent with quality standards throughout the full project life cycle

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Engineering, or a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.

• Progressively responsible experience in capital project management and implementation, including experience in managing large, complex, multi-year transit projects is an asset.

• Knowledge of Contract Law, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Assessment Act, and the requirements of the Professional Engineers Act. Knowledge of Human Resources legislation to monitor and manage employees and contractors, including experience in the application of collective agreement provisions.

• Communication, interpersonal, consultative and negotiation skills to establish and maintain business relationships and partnerships within the organization, with relevant provincial ministries, other jurisdictions, service providers and stakeholders to provide expertise/advice and influence the development of infrastructure delivery policy, to deal with complex and/or sensitive issues and present solutions.

• Problem solving and analytical skills to evaluate and address contractor and supplier performance issues and recommend plans for improvement.

• Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills to liaise with all levels within the organization and on construction sites.

• Budget management to plan and monitor departmental budgets against limitations.

• Leadership ability to oversee a team of technical project professionals.

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 and other applicable legislation so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com.

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 be 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.

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