Program Management Consultant - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Hydro

Toronto Hydro

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

LOCATION:71 Rexdale Boulevard, 500 Commissioners Street, 715 Milner Avenue

WORK ILLUSTRATION:

Reporting to the Manager, Program Management Office, the Program Management Consultant will provide program level forecasting, scheduling, reporting and resource balancing services to client execution groups to ensure successful delivery of the Execution Work Program, while addressing budget, resource and schedule constraints.

The incumbent is expected to behave ethically and follow the established code of business conduct, policies and internal control procedures, laws and regulations governing Toronto Hydro.

_Toronto Hydro has implemented a mandatory vaccination requirement for all its employees. Proof of full vaccination will be required upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Toronto Hydro will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to disability or any other ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code._

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Forecasts the Design and Construction Execution Work Program through the development of spend (capital/operating expenditures) and attainment plan lines for Capital and Maintenance projects/programs for assigned client groups ($30M$100M per year).
Provides consultation and support in addressing budget, schedule and resource constraints and maximizes the inclusion of high priority projects and programs identified by Engineering & Investment Planning.
Consults with client groups to address ongoing changes to the Execution Work Program as a result of emerging issues faced by field staff, as well as the emergence of higher priority projects, while managing resource and budget constraints.
Proactively identifies and manages risks that impact the successful delivery of programs for assigned client groups.
Continuously monitors the actual capital and operating spend and attainment, analyzing the gaps between plan and actual results, identifying root causes and risks, and adjusting the Execution Work Program in collaboration with the client group to ensure resources are fully utilized, while meeting budget constraints and regulatory obligations.
Attends biweekly Construction and Design Update Review Meetings and takes required actions to resolve identified issues and risks.
Fosters collaborative relationships with various stakeholders (i.e. Engineering & Investment Planning, Finance, Design and Construction groups) and acts as the liaison for all projects under assigned area of jurisdiction.
Supports the achievement of program outcomes and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for their client groups and Execution Work Program overall.

REQUIREMENTS:

Postsecondary degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
Five (5) + years of Project and/or Program Management experience.
Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) preferred; Program Management Professional Certification (PgMP) is an asset.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an asset.
Knowledge of SAP is an asset.
Solid understanding of Project/Program Management concepts and methodologies through handson project/program management experience.
Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite including MS Project, Access, Excel and Visio. Advanced knowledge of Excel is an asset.
Experience with data visualization and analytics software is an asset.
Knowledge in developing process maps and process optimization.
General knowledge of electrical distribution system design, construction, maintenance, system operations and risk management principles.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customerdriven focus.
Strong written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
Financial acumen with a solid understanding of estimating, budgeting, forecasting.
Ability to analyze data to understand performance gaps as identified in program KPIs and identify mitigation measures to address them.

Toronto Hydro has introduced a Hybrid Work Arrangement. This position allows for remote work up to three days per week, based on business needs.

Employees will be required to come onsite on those days when they are involved in activities that they or their leader feel are better conducted in person.

You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

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