Project Manager, Capital Projects

Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. It operates GO Transit and UP Express and manages the PRESTO fare payment system. We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to delivering infrastructure that benefits communities.

• Manage multiple complex projects from planning stages to commissioning and closeout, consistent with corporate commitments (budget, schedule, quality, risk etc.).
• Coordinate the tender and award of contracts, property requests for acquisitions, purchase orders, change orders for supply/construction contracts and addenda for consultant assignments.
• Manage all aspects of project scope of work; initiate, prepare, and present agreements that govern the engagement of consultants, suppliers, and contractors for execution.
• Apply knowledge of procurement processes, particularly Design and Build/Joint Venture and Construction Manager at Risk, to identify opportunities for improvements and cost savings, and use budget management skills to plan and monitor departmental budgets.
• Identify the need for concept, preliminary or detail design alternatives, or value engineering opportunities.
• Review and assess project engineering, construction and contingency costs, forecast time frames for project implementation and funding expenditures, including monitoring and project reporting through the use of advanced financial/project management software.
• Facilitate subject matter expert review and evaluation of consultant studies, reports, design proposals, specifications and contract documents for compliance with Metrolinx policies, procedures and standards, and any other applicable industry guidelines or practices.
• Manage projects involving effective coordination and liaison with a large number of internal and external stakeholders – including other areas of the Capital Projects Group and other Metrolinx departments, municipal partners, third parties and Railways.
• Supervise staff engaged in all aspects of the project management cycle.

• Completion of a degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, Architecture or a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably within the public sector.
• Experience managing projects involving planning, design, construction, and commissioning of large‑scale and complex industrial, commercial, or institutional works. Experience in transit facilities, heavy Railway infrastructure, bridges, structures, and related works is an asset.
• Strong project management skills to handle complex projects under pressure to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Experience and application of supervisory principles and practices to supervise staff.
• Knowledge of contract law, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and construction standards and procedures applicable to an operating Railway environment.
• Interpersonal and oral/written/presentational communication skills to liaise with all levels within the organization and on construction sites.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; certified engineering, architectural, or engineering designation (CET, OAA, P.Eng.) is an asset.
• Required visits to construction sites during working hours and occasionally evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license, with a good driving record.

• Frequent, regular and consistent site presence at project site locations.
• Work evenings, nights and weekends and/or holidays as necessary.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and at all hours of the day or night.

If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Recruitment team at or email

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

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