Manager, Don Valley Crossings, Ontario Line

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.

The Ontario Line Project within the Capital Projects Group is seeking to hire a Manager to provide project management and subject matter expertise, specific to the Don Valley Crossings (DVC) portfolio supporting the delivery of the Ontario Line.   

The Manager, Don Valley Crossings (DVC) will be responsible for oversight of Technical/Design and Construction services throughout the project lifecycle.  The Manager is also responsible for contract and schedule management, construction quality, site safety and security, project financial accountability, project deliverables and technical input to program communications and intergovernmental relations during all stages of construction projects. 

What will I be doing?

• Delivers project activities from design and construction through commissioning, handovers and transfer to Operations within scope, on budget and on schedule, in accordance with good project management, engineering and construction practices. 
• Manages design and construction projects activities involving effective coordination and liaison with a large number of internal and external stakeholders: municipalities, other transit agencies, as well as other Capital Projects Groups and Metrolinx departments, 
• Ensures that contractors’ construction plans and schedules are complete, workable, and in accordance with contract documents; 
• Oversees contractors’ compliance to contract provisions, including monitoring safety, quality, environmental compliance, cost, and schedule performance. 
• Assists the Senior Project Manager in managing consultants through all stages and phases of the project.
• Manages project issues and risks, facilitates effective conflict resolution, coordinates complex tasks under pressure to meet schedule and budget commitments.
• Manages site reviews/audits to ensure contractors and consultants are working in compliance with their contracts with an emphasis on maintaining a safe working environment.
• Provide input to resolution of construction, technical, and stakeholder issues to mitigate risks, ensure communication, and assist in major infrastructure decisions.
• Build, develop and maintain excellent relationships with all key internal and external stakeholders critical to the successful delivery of the project.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Demonstrates progressive experience in project management and implementation, including experience managing large, complex, multi-year transit projects, preferably for bridges and structures related works. 
• University degree in Engineering or Architecture, preferably Civil/Structural/Architecture
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario or Architect (OAA) in the Province of Ontario is an asset.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of construction engineering, construction processes and value engineering.
• Project management experience to manage assigned multi-disciplinary projects of high value and complexity and supervise staff engaged in all stages of project management from start to close-out.
• Knowledge of municipal, TTC, Metrolinx and other national or international rail and transit standards is an asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset. 
• Organizational, interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills to coordinate complex multi-disciplinary projects under pressure to meet schedule and budget commitments.
• Proven problem solving and influencing skills to establish effective working relationships, negotiate, and deal with a variety of contacts, both internal and external to the organization; along with the ability to gain cooperation from individuals not under direct authority.
• Knowledge of Contract Law, Construction Liens Act, 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.
• A valid Class “G” driver’s license is required.  

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 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 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.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.