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Senior Project Manager, Automation & Integration

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Senior Project Manager, Automation & Integration

Date Posted: 05/04/2026

Req ID: 47951

Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services

Department: F.&S. Utilities -05

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

Under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Building Automation and Operations and within a highly collaborative and skilled team at the University of Toronto, the Senior Project Manager will lead the implementation of a next-generation digital platform that unifies building automation, energy analytics, and district energy optimization across a large and technically diverse campus environment.

This role sits at the intersection of building automation systems, enterprise data platforms, and advanced energy management. The Senior Project Manager will lead all automation technology projects from conceptual analysis and procurement through implementation and project close phases, tracking resources and project budgets, and providing strong project management expertise to achieve the campus’ strategic goals in service and operational excellence and decarbonization.

Working closely with engineers, operators, analysts, and vendors, this role will lead the delivery of a new Intelligent Building Management System (IBMS) that integrates multiple vendor systems, forming the backbone of a campus-wide smart infrastructure, as well as Fault Detection & Diagnostics (FDD), an Energy Management Information System (EMIS), and district asset dispatch optimization to improve reliability, occupant comfort, and decarbonization outcomes.

This is a rare opportunity for a technically fluent project leader who understands BAS protocols, interoperability, and data-driven operations—and who thrives managing complex, multi-vendor technology ecosystems.

Education

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or another related technical field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Candidates must have their Ontario P.Eng. license and be in good standing.
  • Project management certifications (PMP, PgMP, PfMP, CAPM) required.
  • Certified energy manager (CEM) designation from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) is an asset.
  • ITIL and Lean Six Sigma certifications are assets.

Experience

  • Minimum ten (10) years’ experience working with automation technology with four (4) years managing automation projects.
  • Experience leading large-scale institutional Building Automation technology projects.
  • Experience managing projects that involve multiple stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and timely delivery of services.
  • Experience managing project budgets.
  • Hands-on experience leading testing experience as a Field Technician or Analyst in the Building Automation domain is desirable.

Skills

  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to oversee vendor performance, address service gaps, and align vendor deliverables with organizational standards and expectations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Leadership capability and strong organization skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office and project management tools.

Other

  • Ability to work in a complex matrix environment managing competing priorities.
  • Ability to manage across the organization and escalate issues appropriately.

NOTE: This is a 3-year term position.

Closing Date: 06/01/2026, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Salaried

Personnel Subarea:PM

Appointment Type: Budget - Term

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 4 -- Hiring Zone: $106,705 - $124,491 -- Broadband Salary Range: $106,705 - $177,843

Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services

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Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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