Project Coordinator

Metrolinx; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrolinx, a leading transit agency in Ontario, seeks a Project Coordinator for the GO&UP Operational Readiness Office. This role involves coordinating infrastructure projects with a focus on customer satisfaction and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have extensive experience in transit facility design and construction, along with a college diploma in engineering.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Plan

Employee learning & development programs

Parental Leave top-up

Wellness Benefit Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in transit facilities construction.
• Must have valid Ontario 'G' Driver's License.
• Thorough knowledge of Railway Rules and Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Performs day-to-day project administration.
• Ensures compliance with legislation and project specifications.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Education

College diploma in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering Technology

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Job Description

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.

Our Operations & Safety (GO & UP) division promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring equal employment opportunities and fostering a supportive workplace culture.

We Support This Commitment By Providing

• Competitive Pension Plan
• Employee learning & development programs and reimbursement
• Recognition of prior Public Service for Vacation Entitlement
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Benefit Programs
• Parental Leave top-up, lactations accommodation and childcare partnerships
• Menopause Policy
• Employee Resource Groups
  
  
  

Our GO&UP Operational Readiness Office requires a Project Coordinator to coordinate the design and construction of assigned physical infrastructure projects, in a safe, timely, consistent, and cost-effective manner and ensure Customer Satisfaction, temporary conditions of a stations and other physical assets during construction, Testing & Commissioning.

What will I be doing?

• Coordinates project(s), or specific component(s) of the project(s) as assigned, through all phases of design, construction and acceptance and commissioning of completed projects for hand over to the user group, including contributing to procurement requirements and documentation, producing project documentation and coordinating amendments and approvals of documents, contributing to issue and risk reporting and mitigation plans, and collaborating with internal and external authorities and stakeholder on matters of Safety, consultant outputs, and Budget variances.
• Performs day-to-day project administration such as organizing electronic files, coordinating meetings (internal and external), attending meetings related to project or component and representing Customer Service Delivery / Station Services as assigned, organizing and reporting on tasks, in order to minimize customer impacts, ensure all internal and external approvals are obtained, design and cost disputes are resolved in a timely way within established budget and adhering to schedule restrictions.
• Coordinates engineering projects with external agencies including the Railways to ensure compliance with legislation, codes and the requirements of governing/regulatory authorities, including the incorporation of external agency work within GO Engineering construction, TOC and SOGR projects.
• Designs and manages in-house projects and emergent rehabilitation/repair work for user groups.
• Identifies, develops, and recommends physical infrastructure programs with respect to rehabilitation and expansion of all GO Transit facilities and managing the implementation of approved projects.
• Researches, develops, and recommends maintenance standards and procedures and technical training requirements for new technology as a result of capital works.
• Maintains highest possible Customer Experience throughout construction and maintenance activities to ensure Customer to Construction interface risks are mitigated and CSAT is not negatively impacted.
  
  
  

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• A college diploma in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering Technology, Building Science or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience providing a thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of engineering / architecture engineering / architecture/ construction / maintenance within an operating environment.
• Must successfully complete environmental, safety and any other training and certification required to stay current on regulations and industry standards and as by corporate policy.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience related to the planning, design and construction of transit facilities, public facing, and maintenance facilities, interpreting and applying contract plans and specifications and coordinating contracted engineering projects.
• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial engineering, building science and architecture.
• Detailed knowledge of project management including cost control, scheduling, codes, standards, specifications, corporate policies and procedures and applicable contract legislation.
• Thorough understanding of Railway Rules and Regulations and Safety & Operating procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, presentation skills, ability to work independently, strong interpersonal and negotiating skills and analytical ability are a must.
• Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications is essential.
• Must have a valid Ontario “G” Driver’s License.
  
  
  

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 [e-mail].

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.