Manager, Design and Development Reviews - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
Description
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9173
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Engineering Technical Review
Salary Information: $114, $142,669.80
Pay Scale Group: 11SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: March 5, 2024
Last Day to Apply: March 18, 2024
Reports to: Director
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."
Career Opportunity
There is an incredible opportunity for a Manager, Design and Development Reviews with the Engineering Department Come join our team at this exciting time
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Director - Technical Support, you will be responsible for supervising, planning, directing and overseeing activities of Technical Review Section. The position is responsible for Technical Design Review which includes ensuring the technical adequacy, quality control and timely issuance of technical reviews for Engineering, Construction & Expansion (ECE) Group capital project designs, Metrolinx reviews and Design Standard Variance Requests (DSVR), Developer reviews and other assignments. In addition, you will provide development review by managing the technical review of 3rd Party, non-TTC facility and infrastructure projects (Developments) connecting to or within 60m of TTC infrastructure. Lastly, you will be responsible for Stakeholders Relationship Management and Review Routing System management by managing the Metrolinx Subway Expansion and LRT projects reviews and maintaining relationships as per existing agreements and TTC Design Standards for technical reviews within the Commission with respect to impacts to TTC infrastructure, systems and operations; ensuring the technical adequacy, quality control and timely issuance/completion of technical reviews for Metrolinx Subway and LRT design submissions issued to TTC stakeholders; and ensuring design standards and operational requirements are met; managing the technical review process through the web-based Review Routing System for reviewing and commenting on technical submissions by staff throughout the TTC and supporting the coordination of construction phase design change and construction submittal reviews to TTC stakeholders.
What Skills Do You Bring?
• Proven ability to provide technical direction to staff, and work effectively in a matrix environment.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including the ability to understand database systems management (Access or SQL).
• Sound judgement; well developed management, organizational, analytical and problem solving skills; excellent interpersonal, presentation and oral and written communication.
What Qualifications Do You Bring?
• Your application will demonstrate thorough knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and other relevant legislation combined with a strong knowledge of equity principles and jurisprudence related to human rights, diversity and inclusion issues.
• University Degree in Architecture or Engineering or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
• Experience in the design of transit related facilities, structures and equipment.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect in the Province of Ontario is mandatory.
• Registration as a Project Manager Professional is an asset
• Previous demonstrated experience managing workforce is mandatory
What We Offer
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.
Commitment to EDI
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.