Rail Signalling Program Manager – Major Transit Projects

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Metrolinx in Ontario is seeking a Manager, Signalling to lead the Network Resignalling project within our Capital Projects Group. You will oversee critical work packages from concept through design, installation, testing, commissioning and closeout, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has an engineering or applied science degree, extensive rail signalling experience (ETCS/CBTC a plus), and proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Applied Science, Engineering, Business or related discipline.
• Experience delivering major rail infrastructure or rail systems projects.
• Knowledge of railway corridor infrastructure and signalling standards.
• Experience leading technical professionals and cross-functional teams.
• PRINCE2 or PMP designation would be an asset.
• Experience with ETCS, CBTC or conventional signalling is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead signalling work packages through concept to completion across lifecycle stages.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and risk to meet objectives.
• Provide leadership to contractors, consultants and suppliers to achieve milestones.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with rail safety legislation and project governance.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Promote safety, collaboration and continuous improvement across the project team.
• Undertake site visits to support delivery and engage stakeholders.
• Prepare and present project updates to senior leadership.
• Coordinate interfaces across track, civil, electrification and operations.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Applied Science or Engineering degree

Tools

ETCS/CBTC knowledge

Rail signalling standards

Job description

Metrolinx in Ontario is seeking a Manager, Signalling to lead the Network Resignalling project within our Capital Projects Group. You will oversee critical work packages from concept through design, installation, testing, commissioning and closeout, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has an engineering or applied science degree, extensive rail signalling experience (ETCS/CBTC a plus), and proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams.