Engineer construction Jobs in Toronto, ON

Job Description

The Architectural Project Manager will play a key role in the planning, coordination, execution, and successful delivery of complex architectural scopes across major transit infrastructure projects. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to effectively manage multidisciplinary teams while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives.

The salary range for this position is $140,000 CAD - $180,000 CAD, plus additional benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning, Controls & Delivery

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of architectural works for assigned stations and facilities within the Ontario Line South initiative.
• Develop, maintain, and update project plans, schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
• Prepare monthly cost and progress reports, comparing actual performance against approved baselines.
• Monitor project milestones, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies to support successful project delivery.
• Track project performance related to schedule, cost, quality, and scope, implementing corrective actions as required.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, correspondence, meeting minutes, and project records.
• Provide regular project updates and presentations to senior management and stakeholders.

Construction Management & Site Execution

• Oversee and coordinate architectural construction activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, address issues, and ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the procurement and selection of construction materials, equipment, and subcontractors, supporting contract negotiations as required.
• Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, project schedules, and quality standards.
• Organize and facilitate weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors to review progress, address challenges, and minimize interface conflicts.
• Ensure all architectural works are completed in accordance with project milestones and operational requirements.

Stakeholder Coordination & Technical Management

• Collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, design, construction, and commissioning teams to support project delivery.
• Work with the Design Team to ensure the timely availability of technical information and drawings required for construction activities.
• Manage and coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs) and facilitate timely resolution of technical issues.
• Administer and coordinate change orders, ensuring accurate assessment, approval, and incorporation into subcontract scopes.
• Liaise with internal departments, including Civil, Mechanical & Electrical, Logistics, Safety, and Quality, to ensure effective project integration and coordination.
• Support communication and collaboration among project stakeholders to promote efficient decision-making and problem resolution.

Leadership, Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Foster a strong culture of health, safety, environmental stewardship, and quality across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and industry best practices.
• Manage, mentor, and develop project team members, promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate the resolution of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with Quality and Construction teams.
• Identify and escalate issues related to safety, quality, schedule, cost, or project performance to senior management.
• Stay current with industry trends, innovations, and best practices in architectural construction and infrastructure project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's degree is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience managing architectural construction projects, preferably within large-scale infrastructure, transit, or transportation projects.
• Strong understanding of architectural systems, construction methodologies, project controls, and project management principles.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors, project budgets, schedules, change management processes, and project reporting.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong knowledge of construction health, safety, environmental, and quality management requirements.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities in complex and fast-paced construction environments.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with project management software, construction management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Disability Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Extended medical insurance
  • (Optional) RRSP matching
  • Discretionary Bonus

Why OTG?

Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project, we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities.

OTG uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications are reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for people with disabilities.

If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer—apply now!

While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.