Project Manager, Systems - Track (Subways - YNSE & SSE)

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 North York and Scarborough 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, Subways division is seeking a Project Manager specific to Systems -Trackwork for the Subway Extensions (Scarborough Subway and Yonge North Subway) projects. The Project Manager will support managing all activities relating to the engineering, design, construction, testing and commissioning for YNSE & SSE, in a safe, timely, standardized and cost-effective manner for quality services.

Offices: 5650 Yonge Street in North York and 100 Consilium Place in Scarborough, subject to change

What will I be doing?

• Assist in managing the Trackwork of the subway extensions and their related interfaces throughout the project life cycle, including, design development phases and implementation phase.
• Assist in managing the construction, testing and commissioning activities with Contractors as it relates to Trackwork of various track forms.
• Oversees the implementation of and compliance by Contractor with contractual requirements as they relate to Trackwork.
• Provides assistance in the evaluation/negotiation/resolution of contract changes and contractor’s claims.
• Reviews and approves the contractor’s schedule and updates with participation from the project team members as required.
• Participates on comment resolution meetings with consultants / contractor and SMEs to facilitate an early resolution of key issues for trackwork and related interfaces.
• Reports and escalates as required to the project leads on critical items found through the submittals review that may have a significant impact on the project scope, budget or timelines.
• Supports the Manager in directing and leading the TA (Technical Advisor), Delivery Partner (DP) for the Progressive Design Build (PDB) Contract(s), and Alliance Contract(s), through all stages and phases of the SSE & YNSE Projects related matters as needed.
• Reviewing and evaluating consultant/contractor’s drawings, studies, reports, design proposals, specifications and contract documents, to meet established policies, procedures and standards.
• Reviews and assists with administration of consultant contracts during all stages of project development/ implementation, including scope, cost, schedule and resource management; approves tasks sheets, work plans, progress reports and invoice payments; analyzes and manages performance, monthly expenditures and budgetary constraints

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in project management
• Project Management experience managing/leading technical staff and/or managing complex projects, preferably for passenger rail transit, underground stations, portals, and related works.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; Certified Engineering Technician (CET) or P.Eng. designation or partial completion is an asset.
• Experience in various Track structures, track materials specifications, and construction.
• Knowledge of Design Bid Build (DBB), P3 and/or Progressive Design Build (PDB) Contract Administration is an asset.
• Experience in stakeholder management related to design or construction of subway transit systems.
• Knowledge of municipal, TTC, Metrolinx and other national or international rail and transit standards would be an asset.
• Experience in project management principles and practices, including budget and schedule controls, to assist in leading cross functional teams and consultants and monitor project activities for adherence to timelines, budgets, and project performance objectives.
• Knowledge of identification and evaluation of project risks and mitigations.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor contractor performance and contract compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and contact terms and conditions and to proactively develop contingency.
• Knowledge of Contract Law, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Assessment Act, and railway infrastructure construction and construction practices.
• A valid Ontario “G” Driver’s Licence is required for regular site visits.
• This position requires the successful candidate to be present at various designated onsite locations as assigned by their leader for a minimum of three (3) days each week.

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.

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