Ocs Design Delivery - Senior Manager

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.
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ContextThe role is for Go Expansion Program and associated with Delivery Partners for Metrolinx. Selected candidate will lead and manage the design, for Electrification Systems. (POS /OCS)
Missions/Main DutiesFunctional/Technical Responsibilities
Manages the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work priorities for Electrification systems, including the development of strategic direction and plans, and resource allocation for Electrification Infrastructure projects and CPG capital projects.
Manages and provides oversight of the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, requests for proposals, and bid documents for the design of Electrification systems.
Manages the design coordination, IDRs, and interfaces for Electrification Infrastructure development.
Manages and provides oversight of Electrification systems projects related to rehabilitation and continuous improvement, including the identification and prioritization of projects, defining project scope, terms of reference and project plans/designs, resource planning and budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
Manages and provides oversight of third-party contractors/service providers, including managing and monitoring contractor performance and compliance with service contracts and project deliverables.
Manages and fully supports Rail Systems Electrification maintenance methodologies and Asset Management System applications for Electrification Infrastructure development.
Prepares and presents regular reports regarding team activities to Rail Systems leadership.
Manages and oversees required regulatory and legislative changes impacting Electrification systems through effective and timely evaluation of their impact on Electrification systems operations;
initiates required changes, including recommending and implementing policies, practices, and procedural improvements/enhancements, ensuring full compliance.
Identifies risks, issues, and trends that impact Electrification systems delivery and recommends actions for resolution;
manages the timely implementation of solutions to minimize impacts on customer service while ensuring high-quality standards and safety practices are maintained.
The role also includes management of stakeholders, operational excellence, finances and people leadership
Profile/SkillsEducation:Completion of a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline – or a combination of Tertiary education, training and experience deemed equivalent
Experience:Minimum ten (10) years leadership and project management experience in the field of Electrification, within the transportation industry/sector.
Certifications or Designations:Valid Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) license recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) is an asset
Technical Competencies
Knowledge of and expertise in the planning and implementation of Electrification systems, including resource allocation and infrastructure requirements for the design, rehabilitation and.
Knowledge of Metrolinx and the provincial and national transit industry is an asset
Service-focused leadership and influencing skills to provide senior technical and administrative leadership to an operating or functional unit;
Knowledge of project management principles and practices to manage and provide oversight to complex engineering design projects in an operating environment, including the identification and prioritization of projects, defining project scope, terms of reference and project plans, project resources (e.G. hiring outside consultants) and budgets, timelines and deliverables;
Managerial andleadership experience with the ability to plan, set priorities, schedule and manage staff and team deliverables;
Knowledge of Human Resources legislation (e.G. Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc.) to monitor and manage employees and contractors, including experience in the application of applicable collective agreement provisions would be an asset
Knowledge and experience in operational planning, budget development, planning and management processes;
Innovative andcreative problem solving, data driven root cause analysis skills
Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills;
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to make clear presentations, produce concise technical and administrative reports, and translate complex/technical issues to diverse audiences, including executives
SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
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Workplace Type On-site
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