Job Description

(Internal Title: Engineering III) + Resolve day to day issues and conflicts that arise among designers and other stakeholders over duration of the contract
+ Direct engineers/designers to ensure changes to contract documents are done promptly and completely
+ Collaborate with engineering teams, operations and other key stakeholders to carry out the design and implementation of multi-year multi-million-dollar projects
+ Conduct/attend meetings with external agencies and government departments as required
+ Prepare Board Reports as required on various project matters
+ Prepare project status updates for inclusion into various reports e.g. Project Summary
+ Reports, and project presentations to senior management
+ Maintain competency by attending seminars and courses (internal and external) in areas of technical, contractual and professional development related to job requirements
+ Take professional responsibility for work performed under their direct supervision as required by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
+ Assist in the development and/or implementation of procedures relating to areas of responsibility
+ Prepare and reviews project administration documents
+ Substitute for the Project Manager, as required
+ Demonstrate behaviors that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Helps to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with the clients commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and client policies
+ Perform other related duties as assigned

Working Conditions


Office-based


Experience: + Minimum of 8 years of experience in an Engineering area of specialty
+ Experience in a transit operating environment
Education: + Bachelor's degree in Engineering in a related area of specialty
+ University degree in Civil Engineering, combined with extensive experience in the areas of projects/construction and engineering management of heavy construction and/or large multi-disciplined projects
Licenses OR Certifications: + Holding recognized PEng. licensure in the province of practice
Skills and Competencies: + Comprehensive knowledge of current engineering principles and practices combined with a comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and practices, including conceptual planning and all phases of design
+ Familiarity with project management information systems and reporting as it relates to control of scope, scheduling and cost
+ Comprehensive knowledge of construction techniques and practices, contract administration, construction inspection, and knowledge of the Construction Act
+ Thorough understanding of prevailing engineering means and methods
+ Advanced skills in Microsoft Office
+ Proficient in other applicable engineering-related software
+ Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
+ Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
+ Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
+ Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment
+ Effectively lead a small engineering team
+ Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellence
+ Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices