Job Description
Project Manager, Transportation Infrastructure Programming and StudiesPublic Works - TransportationContract Full-Time; 13 MonthsPay Band: $103,177 to $128,969 per annum
Work Mode: In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Who we are:
Our team plays a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the region’s road network to ensure safe and efficient travel for residents, businesses, and visitors. Responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining regional roads, the team focuses on improving traffic flow, road safety, and sustainable transportation options. We also manage traffic signals, road maintenance, and active transportation initiatives, supporting Peel’s commitment to a connected and accessible community. Through innovation and collaboration, the Transportation team helps shape the future of mobility in the region.
The role:
In this dynamic role, you will represent regional interests in provincial and local agency transportation projects while managing environmental assessments, feasibility studies, and various transportation projects. This position allows you to collaborate with diverse stakeholder groups, utilizing your strong interpersonal skills to build consensus and drive projects forward. As a key member of our transportation team, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the region's road network development, ensuring that growth and infrastructure improvements align with community needs and environmental requirements.
What you’ll do:
- Manage environmental assessments (Schedule A+, B and C), corridor studies and feasibility studies to support Peel's road network expansion and improvement.
- Lead growth-related and state of good repair regional capital infrastructure projects planning within the transportation division.
- Ensure environmental compliance to secure necessary permits and approvals for future capital project phases.
- Manage and coordinate capital budget development for assigned projects and prepare business cases.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to the public, council, and stakeholders in various forums including council and public meetings.
- Participate in public engagement activities and develop related presentation materials.
- Support the execution of agreements with local municipalities and government agencies such as Conservation Authorities, MTO, and Metrolinx.
- Lead consultation and coordination efforts for regional interests on projects managed by other agencies that impact Peel's road network or infrastructure.
- Review and provide feedback on land development applications to ensure compliance with ongoing studies.
- Contribute comments on draft plans of subdivisions, district plans, and servicing plans/reports.
- Investigate and resolve public and council member complaints/concerns in a timely manner.
- Liaise with diverse stakeholders including the general public, developers, lawyers, real estate professionals, consulting engineers, contractors, and municipal staff.
What we require:
- Degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Environmental Studies, Civil Engineering, Certified Engineering Technologist diploma or related field.
- Registered Professional Planner, Professional Engineer or CET preferred.
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in planning road improvement projects or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Thorough knowledge of the municipal class environmental assessment process for road projects, transit project assessment process (TPAP), design standards, related codes, regulations, safety acts.
- Strong negotiating, planning, scheduling and project management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential, political issues with tact and diplomacy.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and public relation skills.
- Demonstrated financial skills to make cost estimates to control budgets and expenditures.
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- You’ll enjoy top-notch benefits, including a comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan starting on your very first day.
- Optional enrolment in the OMERS Pension Plan ensures peace of mind as you secure your future.
- Your vacation time grows with you, starting with 3 weeks of vacation per year to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- You’ll have 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need, giving you the flexibility to take care of yourself.
- Annual performance reviews with merit increases ensure that your hard work is recognized and rewarded.
- You’ll work in a supportive and respectful culture where leadership genuinely cares, and inclusivity is celebrated.
Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.
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About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
