Project Leader, Transit Facilities

Req ID: 28777 Vacancy Type: Permanent Number of Positions: 1 Closing Date: 11/10/2026 Job Summary Reporting to the Manager, Transit Facilities, the Project Leader, Transit Facilities, will lead the strategic planning and development of transit facility infrastructure projects, including the renewal, redevelopment, and construction of transit buildings, garages, stations, and terminals to support safe, reliable, and efficient MiWay operations. This role provides project management, technical leadership, financial oversight, stakeholder coordination, and strategic planning to advance transit service objectives, support the City’s net-zero goals, and guide MiWay’s long-term facility capital investment program. Duties and Responsibilities Lead the planning, development, and delivery of transit facility and infrastructure projects, including facility master plans, business cases, feasibility studies, and capital initiatives. Manage projects through planning and design ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Coordinate consultants, contractors, internal stakeholders, government agencies, utilities, and regulatory authorities to achieve project outcomes. Prepare procurement documents, technical specifications, business cases, reports, briefings, and recommendations for leadership and decision-makers. Conduct technical, operational, financial, and strategic analyses to support planning, investment, and infrastructure decisions. Develop and monitor project budgets, forecasts, funding strategies, schedules, risks, and performance measures. Lead stakeholder engagement, approvals, agreements, and project governance processes required to support successful project delivery. Negotiate and administer property, lease, operating, maintenance, and access agreements supporting transit facilities and operations. Research industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to advance innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Support corporate and divisional strategic priorities related to transit service growth, infrastructure renewal, climate action, and service excellence. Skills and Qualifications University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Business Administration and/or a related discipline. Professional designation such as Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Project Management Professional (PMP), Registered Professional Planner (RPP), Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), or equivalent is an asset. Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in medium to large projects involving multidisciplinary teams. Project management experience in the public sector would be considered an asset. Demonstrated experience leading projects through planning and design. Experience working in the 24/7 transit operational environment and familiarity with the unionized environment would be considered an asset. Experience in transit facilities, transportation infrastructure, municipal operations, or public-sector capital project delivery would be beneficial. Strong knowledge of project management principles, contract administration, consultant management, and capital budget development. Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships in a complex operational environment. Knowledge of asset management principles, facilities lifecycle planning, sustainability initiatives, and fleet electrification infrastructure would be beneficial. Familiarity with municipal procurement practices, applicable legislation, regulations, codes, and occupational health and safety requirements is an asset. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to evaluate technical, operational, and financial information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, presentations, business cases, and senior management briefing materials. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools. Must hav…

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