Project Manager

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrolinx is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Extensions Kitchener New Stations Office within the Capital Projects Group. You will oversee capital corridor infrastructure projects from design through close-out, manage scope and budget, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and ensure safe, on-time delivery aligned with project objectives.

The role requires a university engineering degree (PMP and P.Eng. assets), strong communication skills, and experience with transit/rail projects.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• PMP and/or P.Eng. designation would be an asset.
• Experience managing transit/railway design, construction, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital corridor infrastructure projects through design, construction and close-out.
• Ensure projects are on time and within budget while maintaining safety standards.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors and stakeholders on scope, changes and issues.
• Manage day-to-day project execution, meetings and handover to operations.
• Estimate costs, review change orders and forecast funding expenditures.
• Supervise project team and ensure quality control across the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with customer and community stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Project management

Cost control

Scheduling

Stakeholder liaison

Civil/rail design knowledge

Contract law knowledge

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

Negotiation skills

Procurement (P3/AFP)

Education

Engineering degree

PMP certification

P.Eng. designation

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.

This role is an in‑office position based at our 130 Adelaide St W 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.

Our Capital Projects Group 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 Extensions Kitchener New Stations Office under the Capital Projects Group (CPG) is seeking a Project Manager to join the Stations team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, this role will support the successful delivery of capital projects through schedule oversight, risk and cost management, contractor coordination, and contract administration. The Project Manager will help ensure projects are executed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with project objectives and organizational standards.

What will I be doing?

• Oversee and manage capital corridor infrastructure project through all stages of design, construction, and close-out; coordinates project management responsibilities, reviews project progress, identifies deficiencies and opportunities, and recommends solutions.
• Oversee project 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 accordingly.
• Collaborate and liaise with consultants, contractors, internal and external stakeholders which includes government agencies, municipal authorities, private utility companies etc. on Project Agreement, timelines, deliverables, changes and other issues impacting project progress, quality, cost, and safety.
• Oversees day‑to‑day project construction to testing and commissioning and handover progress; participates in related meetings and provides input to resolve issues. Integrate corporate requirements, commitments and initiatives into projects, including design requirements, environmental assessment conditions, Railway requirements, municipal commitments.
• Estimate project engineering, construction and contingency costs, review change orders and forecasts time‑frames for project implementation and funding expenditures.
• Supervise the project team engaged in all aspects of the project management cycle.
• Works with customer and community stakeholder relations to identify and rectify situations in a timely manner.
• Maintains quality control and assurance on assigned project; ensures deficiencies/non‑conformances are addressed immediately.
• Identify and acts on issues and risks.; collaborates with Manager and other team members to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a university degree in Engineering or related field – or a combination of relevant education, training and experience deemed equivalent. Project Management Professional (PMP) and Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects involving planning, design, construction, and testing and commissioning of transit facilities, heavy Railway infrastructure, bridges, structures, and related works.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understands theories, principles and practices of civil and architectural design and construction, skills and proficiency in broad phases of engineering application.
• Knowledge of project management including cost control, scheduling, codes, standards, specifications, corporate policies and procedures and applicable environmental legislation.
• Demonstrated experience and application of supervisory principles and practices to supervise staff.
• Knowledge of contract law, the construction Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and construction standards and procedures applicable to operating Railway environment.
• Problem solving and negotiation skills to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Problem solving and analytical skills to evaluate and address contractor 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.
• First‑hand knowledge of P3/AFP Procurement Delivery, Contract Law, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Assessment Act, and the requirements of the transit/Railway construction standards and procedures.

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 and other applicable legislation 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].

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.