Job Posting 25-01: Senior Project Manager, Parks & Public Realm

Position: Senior Project Manager, Parks & Public Realm
Term: Fulltime
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Reporting to: Project Director, Parks & Public Realm

 

Waterfront Toronto was established by the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario and the City of Toronto in 2001 to oversee and lead the renewal of the city’s waterfront. Our mandate is to deliver a revitalized waterfront that brings together the most innovative approaches to sustainable urban development, excellence in urban design, real estate development, and leading technology infrastructure. Working with the community, and with public and private-sector partners, Waterfront Toronto creates neighbourhoods anchored by parks and public spaces, and diverse, sustainable, mixed-use communities that offer a high quality of life for residents, employees, and visitors alike. We are transforming the waterfront for the use and enjoyment of the people of Toronto, Ontario and Canada, to foster economic growth and to redefine how the city, province and country are perceived by the world.
 

The Opportunity: Senior Project Manager, Parks & Public Realm


Waterfront Toronto is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Parks and Public Realm to join our Planning and Design team. The Senior Project Manager will support the day-to-day coordination of the design of parks and public realm projects, ensuring design meets Waterfront Toronto’s objectives for Design Excellence, Accessibility, Quality of Place, and the Corporation's Sustainability Framework.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Day-to-day oversight of the design and construction of assigned Parks and Public Realm projects, which will include aspects of the new Biidaasige Park to ensure Waterfront Toronto’s objectives for Design Excellence, Quality of Place, and the Corporation’s Sustainability Framework are met.
  • Oversee the production of all project deliverables, including design drawings, construction documents, compliance with applicable standards and regulations and environmental approvals for assigned consultants.
  • Provide day-to-day management in securing and complying with all necessary approvals from regulatory authorities such as Toronto City Council, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, the Ministry of the Environment, the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency and others.
  • Develop project budgets for approval by the Senior Management Team, and the Board of Directors, including developing cost estimates.
  • Monitor project schedules and expenditures to ensure they are completed within specified timeframes and on budget and in conformance with government funding requirements.
  • Draft content for Requests for Proposals for the retention of external consultants, reviewing submissions and participating in hiring decisions, administering consultant contracts and approving invoices for payment.
  • Assist with the development of consultation and communication strategies that promote open, transparent discussions/communications between Waterfront Toronto and stakeholders, anticipating community/business/public reactions and develop options/recommendations/solutions, working proactively and collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders.
  • Establish and maintain effective business relationships with stakeholders, government agencies and the public to foster positive partnerships and build consensus for proposed projects and/or to resolve critical issues.
  • Manage necessary studies including environmental assessment, air quality testing, transportation design, accessibility, environmental site assessment, way finding and/or sustainability. 
  • Collaborate with the Senior Vice President, Design and the Project Director, Parks and Public Realm to establish the creative direction for all projects and identifying critical issues and design and construction solutions for senior management input.
  • Prepare project meeting minutes and action items lists, monitoring and following up with all staff and consultants to ensure that tasks are completed by deadlines.

 

Skills and Qualifications:

  • A post-secondary degree in Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 5 years of related professional experience is preferred.
  • Extensive experience and technical skills in design and construction administration.
  • Strong organizational, coordination, and project management skills to ensure seamless project execution and timely delivery.
  • Significant experience in design and construction administration and skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player in project teams.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with a broad range of partners and stakeholders.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • A proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a diversity of stakeholders, particularly with City of Toronto staff and Indigenous communities, will be vital in achieving the goals and objectives.

 

Salary: 

We offer a competitive salary and benefit package.

 

Other Considerations:

During this time, Waterfront Toronto is operating in a hybrid work environment. Employees are currently required to work in our office three days per week and have the option to work remotely for the remainder of the week. This is subject to change by the Corporation.

 

Application Process:

Candidates should email their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing 2-3 examples of work that best exemplifies their skillset together in one (1) PDF document (maximum 10 pages) to: careers@waterfrontoronto.ca, quoting File #25-01 by February 5, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Waterfront Toronto is an equal opportunity employer, committed to representing the diversity of the city of Toronto on our team and fostering an inclusive workplace. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application, including, but not limited to, identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within the Ontario Human Rights Code. We will provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment. If you require accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code or Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) at any stage of the recruitment process, please advise and we will work with you to meet your needs, up to the point of undue hardship.