Utilities Lead

Join to apply for the Utilities Lead - Rail and Transit role at WSP in Canada21 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Utilities Lead - Rail and Transit role at WSP in CanadaThe Opportunity:Job DescriptionThe Opportunity:WSP is looking for a Utilities Lead, to join our Rail & Transit team, preferably located in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). Reporting to the Line Manager, you will be responsible for managing the utilities work on a project or portion of a large project. This position involves extensive contact with third party agencies and project staff. This position requires 10 years of experience, primarily working in roles related to utilities.As a member of the Rail & Transit team, you will be given opportunities to use your transferable skills to define processes, create execution plans, mentor the junior team members, and be the technical lead for multiple projects/tasks. You will be supported by management to develop work plans and professional skills to become a strong leader in the consulting environment.Why choose WSP?We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belongingOur Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.#WeAreWSPWhat you can expect to do here:Prepare and implement Utilities Plan, which addresses roles and responsibilities, processes and procedures, applicable standards, and guidelinesManage a project’s utilities work, starting from identifying existing utilities to confirming location and size of utilities to design and construction of utilities relocations all while keeping financial, environmental, and reputational risk to a minimumCoordinate the implementation of utility relocations (gas, hydro, water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, communication, cable TV, gas mains, etc.)Work with other disciplines within the project team to understand the impacts any planned utilities work will have on the projectIdentify risks associated with utilities conflicts and develop, implement, and monitor risk mitigation strategiesEnsure that utility relocations or protection of utilities remaining in situ are appropriate from a risk perspectiveIdentify and engage with project stakeholders, understand their needs and pursue their buy in for the project and the project worksCoordinate the development of contractual strategies to facilitate relocations including stand-alone contracts and/or the integration of utility work into the project's comprehensive civil construction contractsPrepare presentations, drawings, internal work flows as necessary to complete the works associated with scopeReview the utility designs prepared by section designers and/or utility authorities for compliance with client design criteriaEnsuring that utility relocations are planned/executed in accordance with the master program/project scheduleWhat you’ll bring to WSP:University degree or college diploma in Engineering (civil preferred) or ArchitectureMinimum 10 years of experience working in Utilities investigation and/or design in large-scale public infrastructure projectsKnowledge of the project management process, including an understanding of the need to meet cost and schedule requirements is essentialDemonstrated experience in Utilities work during the construction phaseUtilities experience working on transit or transportation projects with MTO (Ministry of Transportation Ontario), Metrolinx, TTC (Toronto Transit Commission), and/or Municipalities/RegionsExperience with or knowledge of utilities principles and stakeholder negotiationsKnowledge of alternative project delivery methods, including design-build and progressive design buildKnowledge of the legal framework for implementing civil/utility infrastructure in the Province of Ontario, and a strong knowledge of applicable codes and legislationRequires sound judgement; excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, verbal communication and technical report writing skillsPreferred experience:Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) would be considered an asset.Knowledge of the TPAP (Transit Project Assessment Process) Process would be considered an assetExperience working in the Utilities sector in telecoms, hydro, or gas directly for the utility owner or a subconsultant to the utilityProven leadership and management skillsAbility to work successfully in multi-disciplinary teams and across different business units in a matrix organization with little to no supervisionAbility to adapt well to changes in direction and priorities in a project and deadline-oriented environmentExperience in a Consulting Engineering environment is an assetAnalytical and problem–solving skills to interpret and apply specifications, contracts, design documents, test plans, and coordinate contracted technical projects.About UsWSP est l’une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels à travers le monde. Notre mission est d’assurer la pérennité de nos villes et nos environnements.Notre équipe compte plus de 65 000 membres dans le monde. Au Canada uniquement, nous sommes plus de 12 000 personnes impliquées dans tous les domaines; de l'assainissement de l'environnement à la planification urbaine, de l'ingénierie de bâtiments emblématiques à la réalisation de réseaux de transport durables. Nous trouvons de nouvelles façons d'extraire des ressources essentielles et développons des sources d'énergie renouvelables pour l'avenir.Chez WSP :Nous accordons une grande valeur à nos employés et à notre réputation.Nous œuvrons localement, mais avec une envergure internationale.Nous sommes axés sur l’avenir et remettons en question le statu quo.Nous favorisons la collaboration dans tout ce que nous faisons.Nous soutenons une culture d’autonomie et de responsabilisation.Veuillez noter:La santé et la sécurité sont des valeurs absolument essentielles pour WSP. Étant donné l’importance de se garder en sécurité, vous devez vous conformer à notre politique de santé, sécurité et environnement (SSE) en tout temps, ainsi qu’aux politiques SSE du client lorsque cela s’applique.Les offres d'emploi pour des postes impliquant des travaux sur le terrain et assujettis en matière de sécurité sont conditionnelles à ce que les candidats soient en mesure d'effectuer des tâches physiques clés du travail tel que décrit dans l'offre d'emploi et lors de l'entrevue. Cela peut inclure la capacité de travailler dans une variété de conditions environnementales, telles que les régions éloignées ou isolées, travailler seul, et dans des cas de mauvais temps (dans des limites sûres et raisonnables).L'usage du genre masculin inclut le féminin et n'a été utilisé que pour alléger le texteWSP accueille et encourage les personnes à mobilité réduite. Les accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.WSP souscrit au principe de l’équité en matière d’emploi. Seules les candidatures retenues seront contactées.WSP n’accepte pas les cv spontanés transmis par des agences. 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