Senior Project Manager, Utilities

Senior Project Manager, Utilities - Rail and Transit The Opportunity: Job Description WSP is looking for a Senior Project Manager-Utilities , 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 8 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 subject matter expert 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 belonging Our 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. What you can expect to do here: Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the Utilities Plan, which addresses roles and responsibilities, processes and procedures, applicable standards, and guidelines Manage a project’s utilities work, starting from identifying existing utilities to confirm location and size of utilities to design and construction of utilities relocations all while keeping financial, environmental, and reputational risk to a minimum Coordinate 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 project Identify risks associated with utilities conflicts and develop, implement, and monitor risk mitigation strategies Ensure that utility relocations or protection of utilities remaining in situ are appropriate from a risk perspective Identify and engage with project stakeholders, understand their needs and pursue their buy in for the project and the project works Contribute to 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 contracts Prepare presentations, drawings, internal work flows as necessary to complete the works associated with scope Review the utility designs prepared by section designers and/or utility authorities for compliance with client design criteria Ensuring that utility relocations are planned/executed in accordance with the master program/project schedule What you’ll bring to WSP: University degree or college diploma in Engineering (civil preferred) or Architecture Minimum 8 years of experience working in Utilities investigation and/or design in large-scale public infrastructure projects Knowledge of the project management process, including an understanding of the need to meet cost and schedule requirements is essential Demonstrated experience in Utilities work during the construction phase Utilities experience working on transit or transportation projects with MTO (Ministry of Transportation Ontario), Metrolinx, TTC (Toronto Transit Commission), and/or Municipalities/Regions Experience with or knowledge of utilities principles and stakeholder negotiations. Knowledge of alternative project delivery methods, including design-build and progressive design build Knowledge of the legal framework for implementing civil/utility infrastructure in the Province of Ontario, and a strong knowledge of applicable codes and legislation. CAD experience to review Utility Conflict plans with key impacting project infrastructure Experience creating Utility Conflict Plans, Utility Conflict Matrix, Utility Joint Trench, Utility Relocation Concept Drawings Experience reviewing track, architectural, civil, structural, landscape, roads, and utility design drawings to understand their impact on existing and proposed private and public utilities Requires sound judgement; excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, verbal communication and technical report writing skills Preferred experience: Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) would be considered an asset. Experience working in the Utilities sector in telecoms, hydro, or gas directly for the utility owner or a subconsultant to the utility Proven leadership and management skills Ability to work successfully in multi-disciplinary teams and across different business units in a matrix organization with little to no supervision Ability to adapt well to changes in direction and priorities in a project and deadline-oriented environment Experience in a Consulting Engineering environment is an asset Analytical and problem–solving skills to interpret and apply specifications, contracts, design documents, test plans, and coordinate contracted technical projects About Us WSP is one of the largest professional services firms in the world. Our mission is to ensure the sustainability of our cities and environments. WSP is committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging. We value our employees and our reputation. We work locally but have an international scope. We are future-focused and challenge the status quo. We foster collaboration and support a culture of autonomy and accountability. Please note that the health and safety of our employees is of utmost importance to WSP. You must comply with our Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policy at all times, as well as the HSE policies of our clients when applicable. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to equity in employment. Only selected applications will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr