JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11493
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Construction Management (20001223) - Construction Site Services (30000256)
Salary Information: $156,829.40 - $195,941.20
Pay Scale Group: 13SA
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: July 15, 2025
Last Day to Apply: July 28, 2025
Reports to: Head, Construction Management

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The Engineering, Construction and Expansion (ECE) Group is the owner of the capital portfolio, with a mandate to develop, improve and expand the TTC network.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for (2) Construction Director(s) to join our Construction Management team! As part of the Construction Management team, you will be responsible to manage a portfolio of construction programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and consistency in delivery, quality, and compliance by performing various strategic, technical, analytical and administrative functions to ensure the successful execution of the construction contracts.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Head, Construction Management, you will oversee Deputy Construction Managers and their respective construction management teams, who are responsible to deliver their assigned construction contracts Safely, on Time, to Budget, and with the requisite Quality.

Construction contracts include complex, large scale major projects, new transit facilities, existing facility renovations and state of good repair works, as well as facilitating, overseeing and providing quality assurance on Transit Expansion projects completed by Metrolinx.

You will also collaborate with Project Directors and Teams to review contracts, manage risks, oversee engagement, ensure quality, improve processes, track performance, and align programs with strategic goals.

This also involves the following:

• Ensure construction programs align with the EC&E group’s strategic objectives and TTC’s long-term infrastructure goals.

• Set performance benchmarks and KPIs for contract execution and teams; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.

• Identify inefficiencies in processes and propose improvements to enhance productivity and quality.

• Translating departmental strategies into actionable plans and ensuring compliance with policies and ensuring processes and procedures are up to date and are applied consistently across all programs.

• Ensure constructability reviews are conducted to confirm that the project is feasible as designed and that the planned construction sequencing addresses the needs of TTC maintenance and operations, as well as public safety during the construction of the project.

• Oversee and guide stakeholder engagement plans across programs and monitor public and stakeholder sentiment and work to maintain a positive image of the TTC’s construction efforts.

• Responsible for resource planning to ensure the department is staffed appropriately.

• Overseeing budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for multiple projects.

• Guide Deputy Construction Managers and other staff, fostering a culture of accountability.

• In conjunction with Commercial Management, manage the review, analysis and evaluation of construction claims submitted by the contractors and providing recommendations to Management on settlements, participating in any litigation resulting from the contracts.

Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.

What Skills Do You Bring

• Apply analytical skills
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Manage projects
• Apply the principles and practices of quality assurance
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Manage human resources

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Your educational background will consist of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (e.g. engineering), with progressively senior experience in the management of heavy construction projects, with direct experience on construction sites in an urban and/or transit environment; or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng), a Licensed Architect (OAA), or a Project Management Professional (PMP) is an asset.
• Additionally, hands-on experience in the planning, design, construction, and commissioning of transit facilities and structures.
• Extensive, in-depth knowledge (technical and field) and direct senior experience in the management of complex, large scale heavy construction projects, with direct experience on construction sites in an urban and/or transit environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering and construction management principles, methodologies, practices, techniques, materials and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in a senior capacity with constructability, construction engineering, construction contract development and enforcement, construction supervision and inspection, construction safety, quality control processes, and construction documentation.
• Sound knowledge of contract administration and claims management techniques.
• Sound knowledge of construction legislation and regulations, standards and codes, including the Construction Act, Ontario Building Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act: Regulations for Construction Projects, Local Trade Union Contracts, environmental legislation, and other pertinent rules and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to lead and work with multi-disciplined teams, deal with complex issues, and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills; ability to recognize problems, prepare and interpret complex reports, and define and evaluate solutions.
• Strong presentation, and oral and written (report-writing) communication skills.
• Proficient in software applications relevant to the work (including Microsoft Office).
• A valid Province of Ontario Class G Driver's license.

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 benefits 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 (416) 393-4570. 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.