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Job Description
Start Rate (Non-negotiable): $37.42 per hour
Contract/Temporary Assignment up to 13 months
Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.
In Engineering and Asset Management, we play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective service of our transit system as the Metrolinx engineering technical authority and owner of more than $20 Billion in assets and growing to $60 Billion by 2030.
Our E&AM Signals & Communications Projects office is looking for a Junior Project Coordinator for a contract up to 13 months to work closely with our Project Coordinators and Project Managers, assisting them with day-to-day activities through various stages of signalling project design, construction, testing, and commissioning in support of new and ongoing Regional Express Rail Projects and State of Good Repair (SOGR).
In this role you may support the following work: network wide roll out of at-grade crossing enhancements and upgrades, provision of a new GO Transit Train Control System, expansion, and modification for electrification of the existing conventional signalling systems on each of the Rail Corridors, Communication Based Train Control, and Engineering and Asset Management.
What will I be doing?
We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com.
Application Process
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.
Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.
Start Rate (Non-negotiable): $37.42 per hour
Contract/Temporary Assignment up to 13 months
Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.
In Engineering and Asset Management, we play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective service of our transit system as the Metrolinx engineering technical authority and owner of more than $20 Billion in assets and growing to $60 Billion by 2030.
Our E&AM Signals & Communications Projects office is looking for a Junior Project Coordinator for a contract up to 13 months to work closely with our Project Coordinators and Project Managers, assisting them with day-to-day activities through various stages of signalling project design, construction, testing, and commissioning in support of new and ongoing Regional Express Rail Projects and State of Good Repair (SOGR).
In this role you may support the following work: network wide roll out of at-grade crossing enhancements and upgrades, provision of a new GO Transit Train Control System, expansion, and modification for electrification of the existing conventional signalling systems on each of the Rail Corridors, Communication Based Train Control, and Engineering and Asset Management.
What will I be doing?
- Coordinating projects through all stages of design and construction in terms of function, quality, budget, schedule, and approvals in co-ordination with external and internal authorities.
- Administering consulting agreements and construction contracts for the maintenance, rehabilitation, and expansion of Metrolinx facilities.
- Identifying and recommending physical infrastructure projects with respect to rehabilitation of all Metrolinx facilities and coordinating the implementation of approved projects
- Forecasts, monitors, and reports all capital project expenditures such as consultant fees, purchase orders, construction contracts and change orders
- Coordinate engineering consultant services for the preliminary design and execution of infrastructure projects for new construction and upgrades to Railway, Stations, Track and Signal infrastructure and to ensure compliance with GO Transit standards and policies, Regulated Railway Standards, Transport Canada regulations and guidelines, AREMA practices, the Railway Safety Act and internal and external stakeholder requirements.
- Prepares, coordinates, and submits tender document specifications for construction and consultant contracts for submission to Procurement and Contract Services for tendering.
- Ensures proper acceptance and commissioning of completed projects for hand over to the user group.
- Prepares performance evaluations for consultants and contractors and prepares project post-evaluation reports including project cost analyses.
- Research and participate in the development of industry construction and design standards, procedures, and best practices to ensure continuous improved services, physical infrastructure, and safety.
- Community college diploma in Civil/Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology or Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience providing a thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of engineering.
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience related to the design and construction of transit signalling, interpreting, and applying contract plans and specifications and co-ordinating contracted engineering projects.
- Good knowledge of project management, including cost control, scheduling, codes, standards, specifications, corporate policies and procedures, and applicable contract legislation with an understanding of Railway Rules and Regulations and Safety & Operating procedures. Proficiency in CAD will be an asset
- Good written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently, strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, and analytical ability.
- Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications.
- Must have a valid Ontario “G” Driver’s Licence and successfully complete environmental, safety and any other training and certification required by corporate policy.
We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com.
Application Process
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.
Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.
