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Progam Manager, Infrastructure & Strategic Initiatives

Reporting to the Manager, Infrastructure, Safety & Technology, the Program Manager is responsible for leading the strategic planning, design, implementation, commissioning and handover of Durham Region Transit's (DRT) capital infrastructure projects and strategic programs. This position oversees a capital portfolio spanning new operations and maintenance depots, bus terminals and facility upgrades, while leading Transit's sustainability mandate through the Electrification Program, and initiatives related to Durham Region's Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP). The incumbent will:

• Lead the comprehensive planning and delivery of an integrated capital program to modernize DRT's infrastructure, balancing service needs and resources, and ensure assets are ready for safe, reliable operations

• Advance strategic initiatives, sustainability and Electrification Program in alignment with the Region's strategic priorities, and achieve CCAP objectives and lifecycle value

• Oversee Safety staff, embedding safety, regulatory compliance and integrated risk management across the infrastructure portfolio, and all project phases

• Drive financial oversight, procurement strategy and transparent reporting to stakeholders and senior management, to enable effective decisions

• Provide leadership, cross-department alignment and workforce readiness to enable successful handover and ongoing operations

• Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable health and safety legislation and all corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to occupational health and safety

The successful applicant will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or a field relevant to the job functions or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced credentials (professional engineer, project management, asset management) are assets

• Extensive progressive project and program management (preferably capital delivery in transit, transportation or municipal settings); experience pertaining to the adoption and implementation of new technologies and business processes; exposure to electrification or sustainable programs

• Must hold or be working towards PMI (Project Management Institute) designation (or be able to obtain within 6 months if successful candidate)

• Thorough practical knowledge of portfolio planning, project management techniques and methodologies, project planning, system analysis and design, business process re-engineering, performance management and understanding of change management techniques and tools

• Direct experience with municipal transit operations and/or transit management practices and systems

• Knowledge of emerging trends in capital planning and delivery, sustainable technologies, particularly within the transit industry, and associated infrastructure and information technologies

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Visio and Project

• Proficiency with project management software tools

• Demonstrated expertise in developing and maintaining project charters, project plans, project timetables, estimates, budget and deliverable charts

• Proven organizational, time management, project management, analytical and problem solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively present and communicate complex technical information and recommendations to diverse groups of clients at all levels

• A focus on consensus-building, and shared decision-making, where possible, as well as working collaboratively with diverse groups

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset

Management & Exempt Salary Grade 7

• Salary: $116,512 to $145,640 per annum

Conditions of Employment

All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will be required prior to start date.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (www.durham.ca) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at: RecruitingHelp@durham.ca and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to RecruitingHelp@durham.ca.

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