Project Scheduler
City : Toronto
Category : Project Management Office
Industry : Public Transportation
Employer : Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9419
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Sustainable Innovation (20001212) - Project Management Office (30000386)
Salary Information: $91,618.80 - $114,532.60
Pay Scale Group: 9SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: August 27, 2024
Last Day to Apply: September 8, 2024
Reports to: Manager - PMO
*If you previously applied during the posting period of April 30, 2024 to May 10, 2024, no need to reapply as all applications will still be considered. Thank you.*
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."
Career Opportunity
Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for a Project Scheduler to join our Sustainable Innovation team!
What You Will Do
- You will be reporting to the Manager - PMO, and you will be responsible for providing project management support by establishing, monitoring and updating multiple project schedules, and assisting with planning activities.
- You will participate in the implementation, as well as the ongoing business improvement of the project management system for Sustainable Innovation projects.
- You will collaborate with the Manager - PMO to ensure the integration of PMO tools and systems, as related to planning and scheduling.
- You will be responsible to implement scheduling aspects of a coordinated project control system by using a defined Work Breakdown Structure and Organization Breakdown Structure in the Sustainable Innovation scheduling and cost control systems.
- You will be responsible to baseline the program and project plans to identify, develop, and implement benchmarking data, for the measurement and analysis of variances and root causes.
- You will develop and maintain the Master Project Schedule; planning, coordinating, and monitoring scheduling activities (both performance to date and planned schedule activities).
- You will implement project interface management through schedule updates and reporting.
- You will communicate with project management team and other staff, to ensure adherence to planning and scheduling policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- You will provide the Time Impact Analysis services for assigned projects.
- Implementing changes to project schedules through effective change management.
- You will support linkage between schedule and cost to facilitate budgeting for assigned projects.
- You will participate in the risk management process for assigned projects.
What Skills Do You Bring
- Apply analytical skills
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Manage projects
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Understand the organization's fiscal environment
What Qualifications Do You Bring
- Your education will consist of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related technical or business discipline (e.g. engineering, project management), and progressive experience in planning and scheduling and/or project management; or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
- Additionally, a Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) with the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) is considered as a definite asset.
- Your application will reveal sound knowledge of scheduling and planning principles, methods, procedures, and gate processes; good understanding of integration between project functions.
- Your application will also reveal sound knowledge and practical experience related to scheduling through the end-to-end project lifecycle, from project initiation, planning, executing, controlling, monitoring to closing.
- Your application will reveal experience with all aspects of the Master Project Schedule (Engineering, Procurement, and Commissioning Schedules) in addition to cost control and project controls.
- Your application will reveal abilities to be recognized and serve as a subject matter expert to project management team to provide technical guidance and recommendations.
- Your application will reveal the ability to review and evaluate recommendations proposed by others, exercising independent judgment to ensure consistency with business goals.
- Your application will reveal proficiency in software applications relevant to the work, including Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel (pivot table, v-lookup, charts), PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint, and MS Project.
What We Offer
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of the TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
Commitment to EDI
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.