Project Manager, Transportation Engineering

at  Niagara Region

ABOUT US

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontario or email related questions to diversity@niagararegion.ca. To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email myhr@niagararegion.ca
For the Region’s full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

DON’T HAVE EVERY QUALIFICATION?

You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Capital Projects, the Project Manager Transportation Engineering is responsible for administering and managing all aspects of transportation and municipal infrastructure capital projects for the Transportation Division.

EDUCATION

• Post-secondary diploma in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Technology or a related discipline.
• Post-secondary degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

• A Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with 7 years of project management experience in areas of planning, design, and implementing capital transportation projects OR
• A Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation with 5 years of project management experience in areas of planning, design, and implementing capital transportation projects.
• 10 years of project management experience in areas of planning, design, and implementing capital transportation projects is preferred.
• Certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), or equivalent
• Computer literacy in MS Office software applications, including Microsoft Project.
• Working knowledge of the Region’s road design guidelines, Niagara Peninsula Standard Contract Document (NPSCD), Ontario Provincial Standards (OPS), MTO Geometric Design Standards, MTO Roadside Safety Manual, TAC Geometric Design Guidelines, Ontario Traffic Manual (Book 7 – Temporary Conditions) and all applicable legislation and regulations (Occupational Health & Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, Municipal Act, etc.), and applicable contract law.
• Registration with the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) is preferred.
• Licensed Engineering Technologist (L.E.T.) is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted specified license for the class of the vehicle operated (Class G).
• Must maintain ability to travel in a timely manner to other offices, work locations or sites as authorized by the Corporation for business reasons.
• Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values.

DEVELOPS, MANAGES, AND ADMINISTERS, CAPITAL BUDGETS AND 10 YEAR FORECAST ENSURING SUPPORT OF COUNCIL’S OBJECTIVES, FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY, MONITORING BUDGET ADHERENCE, IDENTIFYING AND EXPLAINING VARIANCES, TIMELY BILLING AND COMPLETENESS OF FUNDING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING IS EFFECTIVELY MANAGED, IN COMPLIANCE WITH CORPORATE FINANCIAL AND CAPITAL ASSET ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND BEST PRACTICES IN ASSET MANAGEMENT PLANNING. (15% OF TIME)

• Authorize and administer the acquisition of goods and services in accordance with the procurement policy.
• Authorize, and administer the acquisition of goods and services for the projects and direct reports in accordance with the procurement policy and procedures.
• Allocates project expenditures to the appropriate Tangible Capital Asset as per PSAB requirements and guidelines.
• Researches third party funding opportunities and prepares funding applications.

MANAGES THE ACTIVITIES AND PERFORMANCE OF STAFF AND PROJECT CONSULTANTS, PROVIDING WORK DIRECTION, ASSIGNING TASKS/PROJECTS, DETERMINING METHODS AND PROCEDURES TO BE USED, RESOLVING PROBLEMS, AND ENSURING RESULTS ARE ACHIEVED. (25% OF TIME)

• Develops project charter and identifies and incorporates interested party interests in developing project scope.
• Communicates and presents project-related information at Regional and local councils, Business Improvement Associations, special interest groups, and coordinates with utility companies, area municipalities, conservation authorities, regulatory agencies (e.g. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Ministry of Natural Resources, Niagara Escarpment Commission, Canadian Department of Fisheries and Ocean, Transport Canada, Ministry of Transportation, etc.), railways, and other levels of government (i.e. provincial and federal), or elsewhere as required to promote good public relations and customer service on behalf of the Region.
• Communicates with the public and local businesses through Public Information Centres and Project Notifications, construction notices, and project / construction updates to promote awareness, good public relations, and customer service on behalf of the Region.
• Solicits project comments from project team at multiple formal and informal project milestones throughout the design and construction phases.
• Resolves conflicts encountered on projects, involving consultants, external agency or government representatives, contractors, internal engineering, operations and maintenance staff, the general public, and other interested parties, etc.
• Leads communications to project team and interested parties for after-hours (planned and emergency) work, complaints and requests for service, taking appropriate action and investigating insurance claims for damages on construction projects and report findings.
• Sets objectives for project team that align with divisional / department goals and objectives.
• Monitors performance of third party services and completes consultant / contractor performance reviews and appraisals.
• Attends review meetings with Region’s legal counsel to provide background information on litigations, attending discovery and other legal hearings, resulting from construction projects as required.
• Directs staff, third party consultants, and contractors to complete assignments on schedule and within budget.