PROJECT MANAGER ECS
Job ID: 47632
- Job Category: Project Management
- Division & Section: Engineering & Construction Services, ECS Linear Underground Infrastructure
- Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John St., Toronto, M5V 3C6
- Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: $93,734.00 - $123,449.00 annually
- Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
- Affiliation: Non-Union
- Number of Positions Open: 1
- Posting Period: 05-JUL-2024 to 19-JUL-2024
Creating the safe, sustainable municipal infrastructure that makes Toronto so livable is the responsibility of our Engineering & Construction Services (ECS) Division, which provides specialized engineering design and construction services to Toronto Water, Transportation Services, Solid Waste Management Services and other City of Toronto Divisions, Agencies, Boards and Commissions, and external clients such as the development industry, utility companies and other public agencies.
As a Project Manager in Linear Underground Infrastructure, you’ll provide project management and engineering support in order to ensure reliable, economical and effective/efficient City-wide engineering services. This will include providing technical review and support for planning, design and operation of the Division's programs and projects.
Design and Construction – Linear Underground Infrastructure
Staff in the Trunk Sewers and Transmission Mains Unit provide project management, contract administration, and technical expertise in the planning, design and construction of linear capital works projects. More specifically, this includes using open cut and trenchless pipe installation and rehabilitation methods, using knowledge of constructor Health and Safety issues and constructability for smooth completion of complex construction within the City’s Right-of-Way, parks, trails and ravines to maintain the City’s infrastructure in a state of good repair and meet servicing needs of population and employment growth.
Full project management accountabilities
Leading by example, as a City of Toronto Project Manager, you’ll manage a variety of assigned engineering and construction projects, leading project teams to meet deadlines and ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, continuous learning and maintenance of related data, while seeing to it that expenditures are controlled within budget. This role involves gathering and refining project scope, procuring consulting and contractor services, determining the financial impact of projects and proposals, reviewing and commenting on technical drawings, engineering studies, specifications, plans and cost estimates, and assisting in preparing capital and operating budgets.
Sharing and promoting technical expertise
Recognized for keeping current with technological developments in the field of engineering, you’ll conduct research into your assigned area, ensuring that it takes into account developments within the field, corporate policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government. Equipped with this up-to-date knowledge, you’ll provide technical advice, reviews and expertise, and utilize standard engineering principles and practices to assist in the operation,
development and maintenance of the Division’s programs. The Division will also rely on you to prepare engineering analyses, as well as evaluate and recommend new systems, work procedures and technologies with the potential to improve divisional performance.
Managing stakeholder expectations and communications
An effective communicator – verbally and in writing – at all organizational levels, with excellent interpersonal skills, you’re adept at working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, contractors, colleagues, elected officials, consultants, developers, and other internal and external clients and stakeholders. These talents will be evident as you represent the City on committees, provide input at meetings, and liaise with the public, developers, consultants, stakeholders, Councillors, other divisions and government agencies about projects, programs and developments.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Among the other strengths you bring to the role of Project Manager ECS will be the following key qualifications:
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Post-secondary education degree or diploma in either civil, and/or municipal engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
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Considerable experience applying the principles of project management related to municipal public works infrastructure construction projects.
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Considerable experience in project management experience from inception to implementation, including planning, procurement, design and construction of linear large diameter wet utilities and related infrastructure.
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Experience in client management and communicating with a diverse group of stakeholders.
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Experience in developing reports, RFPs/proposals and presentations.
With this professional background as a solid foundation, you bring knowledge of engineering principles and project management as it relates to public works, as well as asset management principles, including data collection, analysis and estimating, and can apply relevant legislation, standards, Acts, By-laws and Regulations, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act. You’re also known for your ability to read, interpret, and report on engineering plans and drawings, specifications, correspondence, reports and other documents in a timely manner, conduct studies, surveys and research, develop effective solutions to engineering issues, initiate and lead technical studies and projects, and plan and prepare reports and recommendations.
A valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License is also required, or an ability to attend different sites in a timely manner at locations across the City. Equally important in your role as a member of our team, you have what it takes to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.
Note To Current City of Toronto Employees
City of Toronto employees are eligible to apply for the posted job opportunity, but cannot hold two different jobs. To be considered for this job posting, you must indicate that you are a "Current City of Toronto employee" on the on-line application form, and provide your "Employee Number".
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
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