Safety Assurance Program Manager (Rail & Transit)

SYSTRA Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transport infrastructure design is seeking a Safety Assurance Program Manager for the GO Expansion Program in Toronto. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety assurance requirements, managing deliverables, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in engineering or project management and proven leadership in high-risk projects.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in managing complex, high-risk projects.
• Deep understanding of safety issues in operational and project delivery environments.
• Broad experience in Rail Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and standardize documentation templates for Safety Assurance deliverables.
• Manage the production, review, and issuance of Safety Assurance deliverables.
• Build strong relationships with clients and promote an inclusive project environment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Assurance

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Job description

Safety Assurance Program Manager (Rail & Transit)

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Overview

SYSTRA Canada, part of the international SYSTRA group, is a leader in transport infrastructure design and consulting. We focus on transportation solutions such as feasibility studies, capacity enhancements, and privatization of railway systems. Learn more at www.systracanada.com.

Role Context

Reporting to the Director of Safety & Security, the Safety Assurance Project Manager will work within the Design and Systems Integration team of the GO Expansion Program. The role involves leading the implementation of Safety Assurance Requirements across the GO Expansion Early & Complimentary Works to ensure full compliance by all project teams.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and standardize documentation templates for Safety Assurance deliverables and ensure their dissemination across the program.
• Manage the production, review, and issuance of Safety Assurance deliverables with the support of safety engineering experts.
• Investigate safety assurance processes used within the program.
• Build strong relationships with clients, ensuring engineering excellence and satisfactory outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of legacy safety assurance training programs.
• Coordinate with wider GO Expansion teams to maintain consistency and quality of deliverables.
• Manage senior client relationships and escalate risks impacting delivery.
• Promote an inclusive, diverse project environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Candidate Profile

• Proven leadership skills in managing complex, high-risk projects.
• Experience in systems safety assurance for major railway infrastructure projects.
• Deep understanding of safety issues in operational and project delivery environments.
• Degree or equivalent in engineering or project management, with relevant professional experience.
• Broad experience in Rail Engineering.
• Familiarity with EN safety and systems engineering standards.

Additional Information

SYSTRA Canada values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Note: Masculine language is used for readability and includes feminine references.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and IT