Senior Contract Innovation Analyst

Ministry Of Transportation Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial transportation authority in Ontario is seeking a change-oriented expert to join their Contract Management Office. This role involves providing senior technical support, leading projects related to construction delivery, and guiding policy development. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction and contract management, with strong interpersonal skills. The position offers full-time employment and a mandate to influence best practices in the transportation sector.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction management and engineering.
• Ability to lead projects and provide expert advice.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice for project delivery.
• Lead and conduct projects related to contract delivery.
• Guide project staff in developing policies.

Skills

Construction Management Knowledge

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

The management and oversight of MTO's construction and engineering services delivery models involves complex business processes. MTO has adopted models such as Construction Manager General Contractor (CMGC) and Design-Build (DB) where they provide the best outcomes for project delivery.

If you want to apply your knowledge of MTO's project delivery models to support their continued integration and oversight within the ministry's broader contract management framework, consider joining the Contract Management Office. The Contract Management Office is seeking a change-oriented individual to join the team to play a key role in these initiatives.

About the job

You will function as a subject-matter expert, providing senior level technical advice and support to meet project strategic priorities and deliverables working independently and as part of a team.

You will lead and conduct projects related to maintenance and improvement of engineering contract delivery and governance and oversight approaches related to CMGC and DB.

You will provide guidance to project staff involved in the development of policy, procedures and manuals.

Qualifications and capabilities

Construction and Contract Management Knowledge

• You have knowledge of current planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations functions. Specific detailed knowledge of material testing and / or engineering functions is desirable for these roles.
• You have knowledge of delivery methods, contract management and oversight approaches.
• You have knowledge of asset management principles.

Communication, Relationship and Consultation Skills

• You have leadership, interpersonal and relationship building skills to motivate and work with stakeholders.
• You have consultation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills to lead consultation and influence others.
• You have effective communication skills.

Project and Change Management Skills

• You have knowledge of project planning management theories and techniques.
• You have change management abilities including an understanding of performance measures, benchmarking, re-engineering, and resource management.

Analytical, Research and Problem Solving Abilities

• You have analytical, research, problem solving skills and techniques to gather, analyze, synthesize and assess information.
• You have risk assessment and judgement abilities.

Don\'t meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate.

Diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario\'s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

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Additional information

Apply by :

Thursday, September 25, 59 pm EDT

Position details :

• 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 301 St Paul St, St Catharines, West Region or 159 Sir William Hearst Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region or 1355 John Counter Blvd, Kingston, East Region or 447 McKeown Ave, North Bay, North Region or 659 Exeter Rd, London, West Region or 615 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region

Compensation group :

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Work hours : Schedule 6

Category :

Consulting and Planning

Posted on :

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Note :

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• T-MT- / 25

How to apply :

You must apply online.

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