Metrolinx Looking for Manager, Construction at Ontario, Canada Full Time

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.

Manages the oversight tasks related to the Hazel McCallion Line LRT (HML LRT) construction and infrastructure commissioning. Manages a team and leads or oversees the work of consultant’s field staff and contractors to ensure achievement of health and safety objectives as outlined within the Project Agreement and in accordance with Metrolinx’ policies. Provides project management on behalf of Metrolinx as the Project owner for the construction and commissioning aspect of the Hazel McCallion Line LRT and to ensure the project is delivered as per scope and quality identified in the Project Agreement, within budget, and on schedule.

What will I be doing?

• Oversees consultant and contractor scope and quality of work, identifies existing and potential issues, and initiates corrective action to mitigate project delays or budget impacts; determines what requires escalation and initiates appropriate action
• Identifies and acts on issues and risks.; collaborates with Senior Manager and other team members to ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Oversees day-to-day project construction and commissioning progress; reviews status reports; participates in related meetings and provides input to resolve issues
• Manages relationships with contractors to ensure performance and product meet Project Agreement requirements; conducts regular site meetings to discuss progress
• Oversees contractor’s construction to ensure compliance with OPSS, CSA, Municipal & MTO standards
• Provides leadership to project commissioning and handover activities for third-party stakeholders in alignment with Project Agreement and conditions as well as corporate quality requirements.
• Regularly liaises with consultants, contractors, internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders which includes government agencies, municipal authority, private utility etc. on Project Agreement, timelines, deliverables, changes and other issues impacting project progress, quality, cost, and safety
• Establishes and maintains quality control and assurance on assigned projects; ensures deficiencies/non-conformances are addressed immediately
• Manages relationships with external consultants, contractors and vendors to ensure performance and products/services meet contractual agreements; conducts regular site meetings to discuss progress and resolve issues
• Develops, fosters and maintains relationships with internal stakeholders to incorporate project requirements at the beginning of the project, and when scope changes are requested; monitors modifications to ensure the client provides proper justification and that proper change approval processes are followed
• Works with customer and community stakeholder relations to identify and rectify situations in a timely manner
• Coordinates project management activities with external authorities
• Consults with railways, provincial ministries and agencies, municipalities, private companies and the public to facilitate the advancement of capital projects

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Civil/Architectural Engineering, Construction Project Management or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
• Experience in construction management related to capital/infrastructure construction projects
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset.
• A valid Ontario Class G driver’s license is required to travel to various site locations, meetings, operational facilities, etc. Must meet and maintain the corporate standard for a good driving record.
• Project management methodologies to manage construction projects from start to completion; knowledgeable of procurement processes in order to identify opportunities for improvements and cost savings
• Experience in alternative project delivery (P3, Alternative Financing and Procurement) of lineal transit facilities within a municipal environment is an advantage
• Knowledge of Contract Law and standard contract forms (CCDC), the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Assessment Act, and the requirements of the Professional Engineers Act
• Knowledge of Human Resources legislation (e.g. Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc.) to monitor and manage employees and contractors, including experience in the application of collective agreement provisions
• Understands theories, principles and practices of civil and architectural design and construction; skill and proficiency in broad phases of engineering application
• Budget management to plan and monitor departmental budgets against limitations
• Problem solving and analytical skills to evaluate and address contractor and supplier performance issues and recommend plans for improvement; to evaluate and address program impediments with the potential to disrupt or jeopardize the project and/or corporate objectives

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 [email protected] .

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.

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.