Job Description

Vaughan is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada's first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!
The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.
Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.
Position Overview
The Project Manager, Transportation delivers projects which advance the goals of the Transportation Planning and Engineering division. This may include: delivery of transportation planning studies to identify, evaluate and assess new transportation infrastructure such as transportation master plans, environmental assessments, active transportation feasibility studies, and feasibility studies for emerging forms of mobility; creating and assessing new and existing transportation policies; reviewing and advising on transportation analysis and design for City-led, third party-led and development driven projects; and implementing public engagement, communication and education projects to empower citizens to choose their preferred mode of transportation.
Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a transportation planning and/or engineering field.
• Must be a certified Professional Engineer (or equivalent) or Registered Professional Planner (or equivalent).
• Project Management Professional designation is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of transportation planning principles, concepts, practices, methods and legislation in one or more fields (e.g. traffic operations, travel demand forecasting, active transportation, street design, environmental assessments, policy, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and manage complex problems, utilizing innovative solutions where warranted.
• Strong project and time management skills to meet program objectives and tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work within a team environment and collaborate with others to achieve project objectives.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and knowledge of software relevant to technical specialty.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reports and internal communications.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in, the City's core competencies and relevant functional competencies.
• Valid Class "G" Driver's License with access to a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.
The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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