Senior Project Manager

York Region Transit; Newmarket; Hybrid; CAD 138,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS pension

Benefits plan

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York) is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Capital Delivery in Public Works. The role focuses on geotechnical and pavement engineering within the 10-year program, leading complex capital projects, and coordinating design and construction across multiple teams.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relations, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and process improvements.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical, Pavement, or Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Minimum seven years of experience in roads, pavements, asphalt quality assurance or related areas.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Leadership competencies including strategic thinking, diversity, and accountability.
• Proficiency with MS Office in Windows.
• Demonstrated project management skills for complex projects and deadlines.
• Strong negotiation, presentation and customer service orientation.
• Willingness to work outside standard hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of capital projects as Region’s lead for each project.
• Manage design, construction, and commissioning within budget and timeline.
• Contribute to branch planning and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain procedures, guidelines and templates.
• Supervise project teams and assign work to ensure objectives.
• Identify training needs and participate in development programs.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs.
• Support design standards and provide geotechnical/pavement expertise.
• Perform other duties to meet Branch objectives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Ms Office

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Problem solving

Team supervision

Presentation

Adaptability

Education

University degree in Engineering (Geotechnical / Pavement / Civil)

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

MS Office

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Job Title

Senior Project Manager

Status

Regular Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

immediate

Annually

Salary Grade

$137,660.00 - $161,925.00

Department

York Region -> Public Works -> Capital Delivery (TRN)

Location

17250 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary)
Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people.Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a project manager with experience in geotechnical and/or pavement engineering. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering, is responsible for planning and implementing large, sensitive and complex capital projects as part of the 10-year Capital program; providing project management services for the design and construction of roads and bridges, in particular, providing geotechnical and/or pavement engineering expertise in support of various projects; representing the Branch on corporate initiatives and leading teams in Branch process management and initiatives

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Act as the Region’s lead for the delivery of each capital project.
• Manage large, sensitive and complex projects including design, construction, and commissioning to ensure compliance with Region’s requirements, timing and budget.
• Participate in branch planning and strategic initiatives for service improvements.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of procedures, guidelines and templates.
• Supervise and assign work, acts as the project lead for complex capital projects and initiatives.
• Identify self-training and development needs and participate in appropriate training programs.
• Conform to Quality control and Quality Assurance program for project management services.
• Conform to design guidelines for capital infrastructure and assist with the maintenance of the design standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in, Engineeringfrom an accredited university with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering, Pavement Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with the Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Minimum of seven (7) years experience (inclusive of E.I.T. experience) in any or all aspects of roads, pavements, asphalt quality assurance or related experience with demonstrated commitment to design quality and process as well as complex project management experience.
• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Leadership competencies including operating strategically, leveraging diversity and differences, customer focused, ensuring accountability, managing complex problems, financial management, employing interactive and effective communication, fostering collaborative relationships, cultivating engagement to drive vision and purpose, managing and developing talent, establishing and maintaining trust, displaying self-awareness, and demonstrating resiliency.
• Contemporary supervisory and human resource management skills, knowledge of collective agreement administration and interpretation, labour relations principles and practices and relevant employment legislation.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office applications in a Windows environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills to lead a project or work group, organize numerous tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to negotiate/facilitate and present information to varied audiences.
• Ability to apply sound customer service strategies and innovation in product delivery methods.
• Ability to identify areas for constructive change and communicate issues and potential solutions to management.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours as required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Scheduled Shifts

Operational Hours

Close Date

November 24, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

Non Union Staff

All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.