Company Description
Ferrovial Construction Canada Inc. and VINCI Construction Grands Projects are undertaking the design, build, and finance the Ontario Line Southern Civil, Stations, and Tunnel (South Civil) package.
As Ontario Transit Group, we are now mobilizing our design and construction crews, with major works. The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030.
The project will strengthen Ontario’s economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction.
What is the project?
- A six-kilometer tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River).
- Stations:
- One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station.
- Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations.
- Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown).
The benefits to Ontario!
Faster, more frequent, and reliable access to rapid transit with more than 227,500 people will live within a 10-minute walk of an Ontario Line station.
- Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time.
- Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway.
- Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents.
- Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction.
- Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases, and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option.
Job Description
Reporting to the Utilities Construction Manager and/or Dry Utilities Lead, the Dry Utilities Superintendent will be responsible for assisting with the coordination and management of the work on site to ensure the compliance of construction with the relocation drawings, specification, the Project Agreement and Health & Safety Requirement.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage dry utility works as required
- Supervise and coordinate field engineering and construction activities.
- Provide technical review and assistance in the coordination of temporary or permanent relocations/installations of utilities including but not limited to: hydro (transmission and distribution), communication, and gas
- Assists in the technical review of project designs with respect to utility related issues to ensure compliance with Utility Asset Owner and/or Utility Authority design criteria and applicable specifications and standards.
- Perform conflict analysis of Utilities with construction staging and permanent configuration.
- Participate in negotiations with Utility Owners for relocating/installing utilities affected/required by the project;
- Have an understanding of Utility Owners relocation process, from obtaining approval of the design to close out.
- Participate/Lead meetings with internal and external design teams
- Participate in the development of contractual strategies to facilitate utility relocations and/or the integration of utility work into construction contracts.
- Assists in the analytical review and evaluation of the costs/risks and decision to relocate or support/protect utilities
- Advises project staff of what issues require resolution within the construction contracts to ensure full coordination and compliance with standing agreements and/or standards with Utility Asset Owners.
- Contribute to the development of a construction plan and to manage subcontractor activities
- Prepare detailed quantity take offs , cost estimates and schedule forecasts.
- Attend meetings as required with Clients, Municipal Agencies and other Consultants.
- Take the lead on productivity issues and monitor work performance
- Tracking and collection of documentation for extra work, submittals, and backups for billing purposes.
- Tracking and documenting project schedule activity, start, finish, % complete and major milestones.
- Understanding of all necessary permits, approvals and notices, as might be necessary, to successfully implement the Construction Work plan;
- Oversee SUE investigations and Condition Survey tasks
- Performs other related administrative or project-based duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Health and Safety Act
- Must be available for ocaasianla nightsa and weekends.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Civil Engineering, Municipal Engineering, or similar field
- At least 5 years of leadership experience within the civil infrastructure industry.
- Computer proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Sound knowledge of construction techniques, practices, and fundamentals.
- Must hold a valid Ontario Drivers licence.
The following additional attributes are preferred:
- Strong written and communication skills
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Collaborative personality and strong sense of teamwork
- Confident and positive attitude
Additional Information
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.
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.
