Senior Transit Planning & Analytics Lead

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrolinx seeks an experienced transportation planning analyst to conduct technical analyses guiding capital projects and service planning. You will evaluate ridership, land use, and economic benefits, using GIS and demand models to support evidence-based decisions.

You will prepare clear briefs and visuals for leadership, collaborate across units, and stay current with the latest planning methodologies and data visualization practices.

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering or planning, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with transportation planning experience.
• Experience with demand modelling software and GIS tools.
• Ability to communicate complex topics clearly with visuals.
• Knowledge of transportation economics and planning practices is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analysis and research for planning and capital projects.
• Ensure quality and timely delivery of analysis to clients.
• Advise staff on data analysis, modelling, and business cases.
• Evaluate benefits, costs, and travel time impacts of transit projects.
• Develop maps, charts, infographics for senior audiences.
• Stay current with best practice methods for planning analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Education

University Degree in Engineering or Planning

Tools

EMME

TransCAD

VISUM

ArcGIS

STATA

SAS

R

Python

Tableau

PowerPoint

Job description

Metrolinx seeks an experienced transportation planning analyst to conduct technical analyses guiding capital projects and service planning. You will evaluate ridership, land use, and economic benefits, using GIS and demand models to support evidence-based decisions.

You will prepare clear briefs and visuals for leadership, collaborate across units, and stay current with the latest planning methodologies and data visualization practices.