Job Description

• Job ID: 36462
• Job Category: Engineering & Technical
• Division & Section: Transportation Services, Planning & Capital Program
• Work Location: Union Station, 65 Front Street, 3rd Floor East Wing
• Job Type & Duration: 2 Permanent vacancies
• Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $42.72 - $46.81, TF0395, Wage Grade 13
• Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 Hours Per Week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Qualified List: Candidate List will be established. For applicability and duration, see below.
• Number of Positions Open: 2
• Posting Period: 03-APRIL-2023 to 26-APRIL-2023

Major Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Senior Environmental Project Manager in the Asset Management unit, the Environmental Coordinator will coordinate and facilitate various environmental compliance projects and assist in advancing the Transportation Services Divisional goal of delivering the Contaminated Right-of-Way Management System and Program. The successful candidate will assess, develop, implement, evaluate and report on a variety of environmental issues affecting Transportation Services and represent the Asset Management unit on various working groups and deal with internal and external stakeholders.

• Arranges and coordinates within the Division the Environmental Site Assessments, Risk Assessments, Record of Site Conditions (RSC) and peer reviews.
• Develops communication strategies aimed at strengthening the dissemination of environmental information by analyzing stakeholders needs, consulting with various divisions, environmental groups, city divisions and other levels of governments, etc.
• Advises leadership on the potential impact of decisions and program changes and makes recommendations on environmental strategies for projects.
• Provides support within the Division and other Divisions by providing information on environmental issues, providing advice on requirements and reviewing reports.
• Liaises with City Divisions, environmental groups, government officials, etc., in order to develop environmental policies.
• Liaises with staff within the Division and other City Divisions and co-ordinate the provision of information on division\'s activities as pertaining to compliance with environmental Legislation and City Policies.
• Monitors and assesses environmental issues by conducting literature reviews, and assists the Senior Environmental Project Manager, and project responsible staff with planning, implementing, project follow-up, work schedules and priorities for environmental issues.
• Drafts tenders, requests for proposals, provides bid analysis and prepares reports.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries and/or complaints from project/program clients, staff, elected officials and the general public.
• Monitors contingency and contract budgets. Initiates instructions, change notices and change orders. Reviews progress and recommends progress draws for payment. Prepares detailed financial reporting of project status from planning through to completion.
• Implements administrative systems to monitor program performance and track environmental compliance, by compiling and maintaining reference files on environmental audits, site assessments, risk assessments, plans and surveys.
• Instructs and provides technical guidance and expertise and gives feedback to program managers, contractors and consultants with respect to projects relating to the Division and ensures relevant policies, City By-Laws, Standards and Codes, etc. are adhered to.
• Co-ordinates and attends site meetings and project team/client meetings.
• Follows up with contractors/project managers to complete deficiencies within a specified time and expedites warranty claims.
• Reviews and completes project scope includes, and is not limited to, environmental, construction, maintenance, business process, estimates, specifications, drawings, and full completion of the project managers\' documentations.
• Responds to environmental emergencies.
• Inspects work (design and materials) carried out by or for the City of Toronto and ensures compliance with contract specifications, risk management plans, remedial plans, policy, standards and regulations, issues field instructions and prepares progress reports.
• Confirms inspections for total performance and assists with approvals for the turnover of lands, specifically jurisdictional transfer of lands, conveyance and/or assumption of public right-of-way and ensures all required documentation is obtained.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Graduate of a recognized University or College in an undergraduate program of Environmental Planning, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or Geoscience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the methods and techniques of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, Abatement, Risk Assessments, Certificates of Property Use (CPU) and RSC approvals.
• Experience in the application of the Environmental Protection Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations.
• Experience in coordinating multi-disciplined consultant, transportation and/or capital construction projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and specifically for data, management, analysis and reporting.
• Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class \xe2\x80\x9cG\xe2\x80\x9d Driver\'s License and must qualify for the City Vehicle and Equipment Operator\'s Permit.

You must also have:

• Knowledge of transportation practices, processes and programs and how they are impacted by environmental issues, environmental Risk Management Measures and CPU requirements.
• Knowledge of the project management process, project coordination and environmental management system.
• Ability to direct staff and knowledge of human and labour relations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently, to initiate, plan and evaluate information, set priorities, and execute a variety of tasks in order to meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing and communication skills. High aptitude in Mathematics.
• Familiarity with Computer Aided Design and Drafting and Geographic Information System, the ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and contract documents.

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