Job Description
Vaughan is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada's first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.Position OverviewThe Project Manager, Road Safety delivers projects which advance the goals of the Transportation and Fleet Management Services department. This includes delivery of initiatives in the MoveSmart Mobility Management Strategy, advance road safety initiatives in the Region's Traveller Safety Plan, delivery of traffic planning studies, provide traffic support to the Yonge North Subway Extension (YNSE) and the Toronto Transit Corporation Bus Rapid Transit network along Steeles Avenue project team on behalf of the City of Vaughan, and reviewing and advising on traffic analysis and design for City-led, third party-led and development driven projects.Providing leadership, technical expertise and project management services for the planning, developing and implementation of transportation technologies, contracts, strategies, projects, policies and procedures related to traffic management, road safety and traffic operations. Conducting and managing major transportation/traffic studies and traffic operational analysis. The Project Manager will review site plans to prioritize road safety and minimize conflicts between different modes of transportation.Responsible for addressing traffic operations through daily management of the traffic services function, responding to stakeholder inquiries and complaints, and consultation with the public. Represents the City at public meetings and consultations, also responsible for improving the coordination and response times to requests from residents and elected officials to review existing traffic management and presents recommendations to increase operational efficiency and public safety.Qualifications and ExperienceUniversity Degree in Transportation or Civil Engineering, Applied Science, Planning or suitableequivalent.A Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), in good standing with the Professional Engineers Ontario isstrongly preferred or Full Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) and fullmember of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI).Certification as a Project Manager Professional (PMP) through the Project ManagementInstitute an asset.Minimum five (5) years of experience in Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, roadinfrastructure, with demonstrated commitment to quality and process as well as complexproject experience.Working knowledge of traffic and transportation engineering and design principles andapplications.Thorough knowledge of traffic engineering and safety principles, practices, concepts,legislation related to traffic engineering and regulatory control and approval process.Demonstrated ability to think strategically and manage complex problems, utilizing innovativesolutions where warranted.Demonstrated superior organizational, time management and project management skills tolead a project or work group, organize numerous tasks, set priorities and meet tightdeadlines.Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills; excellent oral and writtencommunication skills. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the Public, Staff,Members of Council, and Consultants.Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skillsAbility to connect with internal and external stakeholders from varying backgrounds anddegrees of experienceStrong report writing and presentation skills and able to work to strict deadlines.Able to deal with the public in a positive and professional manner.Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications as well as proficiency withspecialized software applications and techniques relevant to the technical specialty.Valid Ontario Class 'G' driver's license in good standing with a reliable vehicle for businesspurposes when required.Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required.Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in the City's core as well as relevant departmentalfunctional competencies.Standard office environment, field investigation as required. Travels to off-site locations, asrequired.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.City of Vaughan
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