Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.
This role is an in‑office position based at our 10- Bay Street location. Our team is highly collaborative, and much of our work benefits from in‑person co‑creation, relationship‑building, and hands‑on partnership with leaders across the organization.
CPG’s workforce is made up of driven and dedicated professionals who care deeply about working together to deliver infrastructure and make a positive impact in our communities. Join us as we build a knowledgeable and collaborative team that courageously changes how transit projects will be delivered.
The Utilities team in Metrolinx’s Capital Projects Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Utilities. This specific Senior Manager will be primarily responsible for managing enterprise-level relationships with electrical utilities owners for the benefit of Metrolinx capital projects and providing subject matter expertise to peers in the Utilities team as well as Project Delivery Teams (PDTs) of the Subways, GO Expansion and LRT programs, within the Capital Projects Group.
What will I be doing?
What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?
Completion of a degree in engineering, applied science, business, or a related discipline, or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated experience in progressively more responsible roles within a municipal planning, construction and/or engineering environment with deep knowledge of coordination between utility owners and large public-sector projects.
Knowledge of Ontario’s Contract Laws, Construction Liens Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Assessment Act, and Professional Engineers Act are preferred.
Knowledge of railway corridor infrastructure and related construction projects are preferred.
Possesses a thorough understanding of theoretical and practical applications of professional principles; exercises substantial decision-making latitude to achieve broad objectives.
Risk assessment methods to identify utility relocation issues across all projects in order to develop mitigation strategies that reduce likelihood and/or extent of negative outcomes (financial, time, or reputation).
Negotiating skills to navigate between multiple parties with differing perspectives along with interpersonal skills to develop collaborative internal relationships that facilitate the accomplishment of Utilities Team objectives.
Don’t Meet Every Requirement?
If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.
Accommodation:
We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email
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Application Process:
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.
For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application.
Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.
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