Project Manager, Transportation Planning, Development Approvals

Role Overview

• Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, this position undertakes various duties related to multi-modal transportation planning, operations and safety on the roadways relating to the development approval process, including site plans and draft plans of subdivision.
• The Project Manager will provide leadership in a team environment that focuses on meeting the City’s responsibilities as a leader and steward in the delivery of technical and administrative services to the public, internal clients and external customers.
• The Project Manager shall ensure that departmental goals and objectives are achieved through the effective and efficient use of financial and staff resources.
• Use a "best practices" approach, develop and deliver quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Continually investigate alternate techniques and technologies to ensure that optimum methods are being utilized.
• Supervise and monitor staff performance, create and monitor performance plans and career development plans.
• Deliver technical information to various committees, Councillors, other City departments, outside agencies, consultants and the public.
• Compose technical reports, correspondences and compiles information and statistics and provide professional consultation, including reports, to senior management.
• Attend public meetings to present the City’s position/actions to the public and outside government bodies.
• Respond to members of the public, elected representatives and other agencies verbally, electronically and in writing.

Requirements

• Proven demonstrated knowledge of transportation impact studies and corridor control normally acquired by attaining a diploma from a three-year Community College Course in Civil Engineering Technology – Transportation, Transportation Planning Technology or Transportation Engineering Technology or by obtaining a C.E.T. designation with considerable related and progressive experience.
• Formal management training preferred with experience in a supervisory role
• Knowledge of Ontario and National Manuals of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Ontario Traffic Manual, Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) and relevant technical manuals; Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Ontario Highway Traffic
• Knowledge of Planning Act, Municipal Act, and relevant municipal statutes (Official Plan, Secondary Plans, etc.) would be an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in review of transportation assessments; multi-modal level of service assessments, transportation demand management, sightline review, intersection control, pavement markings, traffic signing, traffic calming devices and traffic safety.
• Proven ability to review and assess site plans; make site access, circulation and safety recommendations regarding all road users; demonstrated experience reading and interpreting site plan and engineering drawings; road and right-of-way design; vehicle maneuverability through turning plan review; and parking supply and functionality reviews.
• Must have demonstrated excellent time management skills
• Must have demonstrated and highly effective communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Experience in a computerized environment with proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of specialized traffic operations and planning programs such as Synchro, and other Traffic Engineering Software would be an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the use of the “business case” in making management decisions.
• Demonstrated capability to manage all aspects of large, complex projects.
• Experience in delivering programs and services focused on the customer.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development