PROJECT MANAGER CAPITAL PROJECTS & INITIATIVES

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Toronto seeks a Project Manager to lead energy-driven capital projects and align them with the City’s Energy Transition Plan. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in managing large-scale electrical projects, possess relevant engineering qualifications, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. This full-time role includes responsibilities like stakeholder engagement, energy data analysis, and budget management. The position also values inclusiveness in the workplace and encourages diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience managing large-scale electrical and energy efficiency projects.
• Ability to interpret electrical distribution drawings and other architectural drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support planning and implementation of energy-driven capital projects.
• Conduct analysis of energy data and savings from efficiency projects.
• Supervise staff, consultants, and contractors on a project basis.

Skills

Project management

Energy efficiency

Technical oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

PMP, CEM, CMVP, and/or LEED credentials

Job description

Job ID: 59191

Job Category: Project Management

Division & Section: Parks and Recreation (P&R), Capital Projects Design and Delivery

Work Location: North York Civic Centre / Metro Hall

Job Type & Duration: Full Time, Permanent

Salary Range: $103,431 to $141,247

Ideal Hiring Zone: $112,331 to $121,781

Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation: Non-Union

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 24-Dec-2025 to 12-Jan-2026

Job Description

The Project Manager will review the state‑of‑good‑repair (SOGR) capital program and identify fuel switching scope, energy efficiency improvements, solar PV opportunities and other opportunities and ensure the scope and budget in the capital align with City's Energy Transition Plan and other policies such as TransformTO, the Toronto Green Standard, and Net Zero targets.

Major Responsibilities

• Project Management and Support: Lead and support the planning and implementation of energy‑driven capital projects (e.g., fuel switching, renewable installations, deep retrofits) from inception to completion, ensuring budget, scope, and schedule compliance. Develops and implements project control systems, cost evaluation methodologies, and performance evaluation criteria, in accordance with approved corporate policies and guidelines.
• Technical Oversight: Review and provide comments/recommendations pertaining to mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings, specifications and construction documents to ensure feasibility and alignment with transition goals; identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and low‑carbon technologies. Negotiates innovative solutions to complex project challenges involving multiple stakeholders to achieve City’s objectives.
• Asset Management: Conduct comprehensive energy assessments, assist project leads in preparing electrical upgrade scope, project future energy consumption and assist in planning capital program to achieve net‑zero, and develop long‑term (5–10 year) capital transition plans.
• Energy Data Analysis and Reporting: Conduct analysis of energy data and savings from efficiency projects as per International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) and ensuring compliance with Ontario Regulation 25/23. Prioritize energy efficiency projects and investments based on detailed analysis and cost‑benefit analysis.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with Division staff, other City Divisions, agencies, boards, community groups, funding bodies, consultants, and authorities as required to support transition goals. Identify various grants and champion the application process.
• Procurement & Contract Management: Prepare RFPs, tender documents, and technical specifications; evaluate bids; supervise contractor performance; manage disputes and claims.
• Policy & Program Development: Support policy recommendations, funding strategies, outreach initiatives and the development of standard operating procedures related to the implementation of the Energy Transition Plan; provide technical guidance on the implementation of energy related initiatives.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to legislation, building codes, corporate standards, and health & safety regulations; track infractions and support litigation as needed.
• Leadership: Supervise staff, consultants, and contractors on a project basis; foster collaboration, high performance, and continuous learning. Supervise the day to day operation of all assigned project staff including the scheduling, assigning and reviewing of work. Authorize and coordinate vacation and overtime requests. Monitor and evaluate staff performance, approve salary increments, hear grievances and recommend disciplinary action when necessary.
• Budgets: Develop, recommend, administer, monitor and reconcile project budgets, and ensure that the project expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations.

Key Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Building Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario (mechanical/electrical discipline). PMP, CEM, CMVP and/or LEED credentials are an asset.
• Extensive experience managing large‑scale electrical and energy efficiency projects, including feasibility studies, design & construction, cost estimation, budgeting and preparing procurement calls.>
• Extensive experience interpreting electrical distribution drawings and other architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings.
• Extensive experience preparing capital cost estimates (Order of Magnitude and Definitive), business cases, technical reports, and financial analyses to support energy and carbon‑reduction initiatives.
• In‑depth knowledge of energy conservation and demand management strategies, building energy modeling (e.g., RETScreen, EnergyPlus, IES VE), and major industry programs and stakeholders.
• Familiar with relevant policies, codes, and legislation, including Ontario Building Code, Electrical Code, Fire Code, TSSA, ISO 50001, ASHRAE, OHSA, AODA, ESA, WHMIS, and Human Rights Code.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.