Job Description

Project Manager, Transportation Design and Construction

Public Works - Transportation

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: $96,785 to $120,979 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits, where applicable)

Work mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week

Who we are: The Transportation team constructs, operates, plans and maintains a multi-modal network of assets such as roadways, bridges, sidewalks and multi-use trails, stormwater infrastructure, street-lighting, traffic signals, noise and retaining walls, signs, safety barriers and street trees.

We drive from our strengths, flexibility and responsiveness to the changing needs of Peel. It\xe2\x80\x99s where our commitment to creating a Community for Life meets the road for our residents, businesses and travelers.

What you will do in this role: Reporting to the Program Manager, Transportation- Design and Construction, the Project Manager will be specifically dedicated to managing projects on noise wall conversion projects.

These projects are normally valued between $1 million to $10 million each. Approvals and property access will be required which involves negotiations with the public, various agencies and stakeholders. Project duration is usually 1 to 2 years from commencement for projects that require permits and approvals, permissions to enter property, potential acquisitions/easements and utility relocations.

• Prepares and tenders requests for proposals including defining the scope of work and terms of reference
• Develops tender documents for contracts
• Determines evaluation matrix and evaluates detailed proposals for procuring consultant engineering services
• Controls project budgets, schedules, monitoring and reporting on the same
• Liaises with other departments, divisions and sections within the Region, as well as with Regional Councillors, external agencies, municipalities and the public
• Negotiates and secures approval from the environmental agencies including CVC, TRCA, MECP, NEC, DFO
• Negotiates project changes in scope and related extras to minimize Peel\xe2\x80\x99s financial risk while maintaining the quality and schedule of the project
• Leads project teams which are also resourced with full time consultants and inspectors
• Directs/manages staff related to the administration of contracts
• Provides assistance and makes recommendations for the development of the annual Capital Budget
• Provides budget estimates and project scheduling for recommended infrastructure requirements in the Capital Budget
• Ensures capital projects are well thought through to ensure risk is minimized to existing infrastructure
• Must identify and initiate new business requirements to improve current practices and better assess infrastructure needs
• Must keep continually educated on emerging technologies and changing regulations

What the role requires:

• Professional Engineering Designation and a minimum of 5 years directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Multi-disciplined knowledge and experience in the design, construction and operation of roadways, sidewalks, multi-use paths, stormwater infrastructure, retaining/noise walls and structures
• Thorough knowledge of road design practices and standards, related codes, regulations, safety acts, tendering/contract process, value engineering and contract administration
• Combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong negotiating, planning, scheduling and project management skills to coordinate multiple budgets, vendors and contractors to get the work done smoothly, on time and on budget
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and public relations skills
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner within a collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational and effective and efficient time management skills
• Demonstrated financial skills related to accruals, cashflow, triannual and year end reporting
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date)
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

You may have seen or heard Peel Region\xe2\x80\x99s presence in the media surrounding the announcement and legislation passed by the Ford government regarding the structure of our municipal government. At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community, and want to ensure you are informed and up to date. Regardless of governance models that support the residents of Peel, skilled and qualified talent is, and will be, needed to deliver services to the community that we serve. Peel Region remains committed to working with all partners, providing information to inform decisions. For additional information and latest updates about the governance announcement, please visit our webpage.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

As part of the Region\xe2\x80\x99s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We\xe2\x80\x99re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,500 strong and since 1974, we\xe2\x80\x99ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada\'s Healthy Workplace Month\xc2\xae with the presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it\xe2\x80\x99s impactful. We encourage you to in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won\'t find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact .

Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant\xe2\x80\x99s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.

Region of Peel