RAW Project Manager - Rail

Mace; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the design and construction efforts for the Yonge North Subway Extension in Toronto. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy rail projects, demonstrate strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality. You will oversee project execution, engage with stakeholders, and ensure that the project meets strategic objectives. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact public transit enhancements in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Project Management.
• Demonstrated experience in project construction management roles within heavy rail projects.
• Significant experience with heavy rail design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design and construction of subway-related projects.
• Ensure projects are completed within scope, on time, and on budget.
• Coordinate construction activities to meet safety standards and compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management software

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in August subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

The Yonge North Subway Extension will transform the commute in York Region, North York and beyond by extending the TTC’s Line 1 service north from Finch Station to Vaughan, Markham and Richmond Hill. The project includes five stations along an extension of roughly eight kilometres. The MCS team is partnering with Metrolinx to deliver the Yonge North Subway Extension.

Reporting to the Delivery Director for Surface Facilities, the Project Manager will manage the design and construction of related projects within CN and GO rail corridors.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will promote Mace's value of Safety First, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.

• You will possess technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.

• You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will ensure robust quality systems are in place, and suitably managed in line with service excellence.

• You will manage delivery from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.

• You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of the Associate Director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.

• Foster positive culture and works collaboratively with the client’s business units, operational divisions and various internal and external stakeholders and communicates effectively with the client PDT, Technical Advisors, and third parties

• Support the scope definition, development, and implementation phases of the project

• Manage consultant’s tasks, work plans and performances with respect to the Reference Concept Design and technical documentation preparation such as PSOS

• Assist the Senior Project Manager in directing and leading the TA (Technical Advisor) developing Project Agreement Documents for the Progressive Design Build (PDB) Contract(s), through all stages and phases of the project and in engagement and interface with third party stakeholders such as municipalities and transit agencies

• Manage flagging procedures and coordinate construction activities to CN and GO rail corridors; perform site visits as required to coordinate work onsite

• Prepare construction plans, agreements, and memorandum of understanding as required

• Manage project progress, analyses current and future work activities to identify deficiencies and opportunities for efficiencies; recommends and implements solutions

• Monitor project safety to mitigate risk, ensure compliance with policies and procedures, and initiate improvements, resolutions and preventative measures

• Oversee consultant and contractor scope and quality of work, identify existing and potential issues, and initiate corrective action to avoid serious project delays or budget impacts; determine what requires escalation and initiates appropriate action

• Manage project scope and change orders including negotiating, processing and analyzing cost and schedule impacts

• Identify issues, risks and problems; collaborate with Senior Project Manager Managers and Directors to ensure corrective action is implemented

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.

• You will support the long term development of your function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.

• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.

• You will lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).

• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.

You’ll need to have:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Project Management

• Demonstrated Experience in project construction management roles within heavy rail, heavy civil, and/or subways projects. With knowledge of construction, engineering, and finances

• Significant experience with heavy rail design and construction within CN and GO rail corridors; extensive working knowledge of CROR and flagging procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline

• Holding a recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

• Experience working in a Collaborative environment to create a high-performing work culture is strongly desired

• Experience in Progressive Contract Delivery Model (Progressive Design-Build and Alliance), DBB, and P3 is an asset

• Knowledge of construction management practices and principles including familiarity with claims management is an asset

• Prior experience with municipalities and transit agencies is an asset

• Prior experience with any aspect of design, construction and commissioning of multi-disciplinary transit projects is an asset

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office

• Proficient in Project Management software

• Thorough understanding of prevailing Project Management methods

• Expert knowledge of tools and metrics needed to evaluate project performance

• Strong ability to identify and minimize risks in advance

• Capability to detect, capitalize, and be sensitive to others' strengths

• Strong supervision, delegation, and capacity development abilities

• Detailed experience in effectively leading mid-sized multi-disciplinary project teams

• Competent to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension

• Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership

• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities

• Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)

• Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment

You’ll also have:

• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.

• Property or infrastructure project management expertise.

• Commercial and financial acumen.

• Experience of leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams.

• Experience of developing and forming relationships with senior stakeholders.

• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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