Project Analyst

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A major transportation provider in Metro Vancouver seeks a Project Manager to oversee project and maintenance planning. Candidates should have a diploma in a technical field and three years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. The role offers a salary between $75,600 - $113,400 per annum plus benefits. Join a company committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits

Extended Health benefits

Dental coverage

Transit Pass

Public Service Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Three years of previous related project management experience in an engineering or technical environment.
• PMP certification would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provides project and maintenance planning expertise and leadership.
• Analyzes and monitors project commitments and tracks progress.
• Coordinates resources and adjusts priorities based on urgent requests.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and oral communication

Proficiency with standard office software

Solid experience with project coordination

Education

Diploma in a related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Marketing Statement

Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years. British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance. When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!

Responsibilities

• PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provides project and maintenance planning expertise and leadership in an operations and maintenance environment. Establishes a process to obtain information, update raw data and closely monitor project and maintenance resource allocation, status and risks.
• Key Accountabilities: Analyzes, monitors, tracks and makes recommendations related to the project throughout the project and maintenance life cycle, including activation, maintenance activities, procurement processes, life cycle and project costs, cash flow forecasts, capitalization and closing.
• Assists with planning and developing projects, defining standards, objectives, schedules and risks; determines internal and external resource needs to minimize impacts on operating and maintenance requirements; assists in budgeting, coordinating evaluations, monitoring progress, assessing risk and recommending corrective actions.
• Analyzes current project commitments and reports deviations from the plan; coordinates resources; receives service calls and adjusts work priorities to address problems and urgent requests.
• Provides internal control checks for completeness, accuracy and proper signoff of project forms and invoices; ensures delivery targets are met.
• Develops and updates project reporting to track progress, schedule performance and budget adherence; assists in producing and analyzing project documents, including resource plans.
• Assists in day-to-day project operations by analyzing task requirements to schedule and coordinate work of technical/trades staff and contractors.
• Tracks number of project staff and ensures adherence to budgeted headcount.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• The requirements are typically met with a Diploma in a related technical field, project planning and some project management courses.
• Three (3) years of previous related project management experience in an engineering or technical environment.

Other Requirements

• Strong analytical skills for business improvements and change initiatives.
• Solid experience with project coordination and implementation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project or alternative project planning software.
• Proficiency with standard office software tools, including word processing, advanced spreadsheet software, statistical packages and data management systems.
• Understanding of project scope, work breakdown structure (WBS) and sequencing in engineering, manufacturing and construction to develop a resource allocation plan aligned with capital and maintenance project plans.
• PMP certification would be an asset.
• Eligibility to be registered with APEGBC, ASTTBC would be an asset.

Other Information

• Recruitment Process: Applicants must demonstrate qualifications and experience to be invited to the selection process. A standard interview format will be used, including general, scenario and behavioral descriptive questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Resident — This position works predominately on-site.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $75,600 - $113,400 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan, among other benefits.

How To Apply

Please click the Apply button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply and view instructions. Save your cover letter and resume as one PDF before uploading. Posting Date: September 18, 2025. Closing Date: Open until filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you have trouble applying, view System Requirements & FAQs at http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce representative of the communities served. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For confidential inquiries, email [e-mail].