Workblock Planning Officer

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Metrolinx Full time
Job Title: Workblock Planning Officer

Job Summary:

Metrolinx is seeking a Workblock Planning Officer to facilitate the planning and scheduling of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-million dollar, and multi-year track work of Capital Projects Group (CPG), Rail Corridors (RC), and Third-Party Projects from inception to completion while maintaining Operations and the customers it serves.

Key Responsibilities:

* Consult with construction project teams to ensure planning is completed prior to the commencement of work and to establish sequencing and duration of the project.
* Develop working schedules which delineate the sequence of work activities and contract timing requirements.
* Identify opportunities to combine work activities of various groups into simultaneous workblocks to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and mitigate operational disruptions.
* Monitor project critical paths and prepare schedule analysis to identify impacts of progress and/or scope changes on previously scheduled target dates.
* Recommend corrective action to Project Managers as required.
* Develop schedule mitigation strategies and impact analysis, reporting on schedule issues and critical tasks to management, analyzing schedule sensitivity and risk, alerting management on issues and recommending solutions to schedule issues and high-risk areas.
* Facilitate conference calls with relevant stakeholders to address possible conflicts and issues with work schedules.
* Build strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, contractors, and operations.
* Provide oversight to ensure that scheduling risks and issues are identified, resolved, and/or escalated as needed.

Requirements:

* Completion of a diploma in Business Administration, Transportation, or Rail Operations, Logistical planning, or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
* Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) certification is an asset.
* Demonstrated experience in the transportation industry with direct involvement in project management related construction and scheduling.
* A valid driver's license is required to travel to various site locations, public meetings, etc. (approximately 5%). Must meet and maintain the corporate standard for a good driving record.
* Railway infrastructure construction and construction practices and sequencing. Principles, practices, techniques, and tools related to schedule development and operations analysis activities in a transportation setting considered an asset.
* Applicable legislation and railway operating rules affecting railway, public, and employee safety would be considered an asset.
* Planning and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities or events.
* Problem-solving and negotiation skills to identify problems/issues and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions with respect to scheduling.
* Relationship management and consultation skills to effectively handle external stakeholders in the scheduling of maintenance activities.
* Problem-solving and analytical skills to develop work schedules for multiple construction projects and to identify opportunities to combine work activities of various groups to minimize service disruption.

Accommodation:

Metrolinx values the unique skills and experiences each person brings to the organization and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment.

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this role, please submit your application through our website.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Metrolinx is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Contact Information:

For more information about this role or to discuss your interest, please contact our Recruitment team.

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