Project Manager

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TTC defined pension plan

Health, dental and vision coverage

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) invites applications for a Project Manager within the Major Projects Division in Toronto, Ontario. You will set project scope, schedule and budget, manage risks, and drive on-time, on-budget delivery across multi-disciplinary teams.

We expect a university degree, PE license in Ontario and strong PM experience with large projects. PMP is an asset; a valid G license is required. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in a related discipline with relevant training and experience.
• Extensive experience in general project management and engineering management of heavy construction and large multi-discipline projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• PMP certification would be an asset.
• Ability to manage capital budgets and coordinate cross-departmental teams.
• Experience with design, tender, award and construction processes.
• Familiar with OHRC/AODA compliance and public consultations.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Establish scope, schedule and budget for projects.
• Prioritize projects to meet governance goals.
• Identify external risks and mitigation plans.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective deliverables to stakeholders.
• Track performance and KPIs; review status reports.
• Lead recruitment and training of resources; guide work.
• Improve project development and implementation processes.
• Define stakeholder expectations and resolve issues.
• Promote diversity, inclusion and respectful work environment.
• Develop and implement inclusive policies for employees and customers.
• Participate in TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

Skills

Manage projects

Plan and organize

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

University degree in related discipline

Professional Engineer Ontario

PMP certification (asset)

Job description

Requisition ID13603-Posted08/31/2026-Major Projects (20000062)-Major Projects/Project Management 2 (30000503)-Job Opportunity

Requisition ID: 13603
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Major Projects (20000062) - Major Projects/Project Management 2 (30000503)
Salary Information: 140,176.40 - 175,284.20
Pay Scale Group: 12SA (CAN/S/J/12SA)
Employment Type: Regular
Ne w or Existing Vacancy : New

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: August 31,2026
Last Day to Apply: September 11, 2026

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

Exciting opportunity in the Major Projects Division at the TTC as a Project Manager!

What You Will Do

Establish overall scope, schedule and budget for various projects. Prioritize projects and frameworks to meet strategic business and governance goals.

Identify external risks and implement mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Ensure project schedules are developed and implemented so that deliverables are provided in a timely and cost effective manner to all stakeholders.

Track, monitor and communicate performance against project requirements, quality measures,milestones and KPIs. Review status reports from project teams and address issues with program or portfolio impacts as appropriate.

Ensure timely reporting of financial and performance results including schedule, safety, human resources, and other management issues to TTC and government officials. Review status reports from project teams and address relevant issues.

Provide leadership and guidance in recruiting, retaining and training of resources to ensure individual and team targets are achieved as well as to contribute to the ongoing success of the TTC Corporate Plan. Delegate, and guide work.

Create, maintain and constantly attempt to improve project development and implementation processes. Implement procedures to ensure successful execution of projects.

Define and manage stakeholder expectations and problem resolution.

Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination.

Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies.

Participation in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

Use office technology, software and applications

Manage projects

Apply analytical skills

Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals

Secure and manage fiscal resources

Understand the organization's fiscal environment

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of a university degree in a related discipline, combined with training and experience applicable to the position.
• Extensive experience in the areas of general project management and engineering management of heavy construction and/or large multi-discipline projects.
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer or a similar professional designation in the Province of Ontario.
• PMP certification would be an asset.
• Manage the capital budget submission for the assigned project(s).
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of project team members with other TTC departments and external stakeholders involved in the design, review, tender, award and construction processes.
• Manage design assignments by monitoring progress and performance against established terms of reference.
• Manage the preparation of construction contract documents and provide general management of construction work.
• Mediate and negotiate with stakeholders to successfully resolve complex construction claims. Ensure the prompt development of strategies to address unresolved claims.
• Prepare and participate in public consultations for the assigned project(s).
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and environmental requirements, as well as construction budget and overall construction schedule.
• Ensure compliance to procedures and practices with the proper supervision, inspection and administration of the work.
• Act as a resource to provide consultation, direction, advice and guidance regarding construction site management issues and/or complex construction problems/issues in a timely and accurate manner.
• Strong understanding of engineering and construction principles, methods and practices combined with solid, applied knowledge of project management concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of contract law, contract administration and inspection, and pertinent Acts and Regulations (Construction Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a group of professionals, work with multi-discipline teams and various stakeholders, deal with complex issues and maintain effective working relationships. Sound judgment; management, interpersonal, oral and writtencommunications skills; negotiation and mediation skills; problem solving skills.
• A valid Province of Ontario Class G driver’s license.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at [phone] or [e-mail] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses or you in your questions. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.