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Design Manager, Gateway Program

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

The Design Manager, Gateway Program role will be hired under the Engineering Management Centre of Excellence group within the Engineering Management Technical Professional Organization (TPO) of Engineering Services Canada. The Design Manager, Gateway Program role will play a support role in the delivery of Engineering Services on a large project.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the candidate will lead and coordinate the implementation of multidisciplinary design standards and works collaboratively with the main contractor. Responsibilities include oversight of pre-construction phase services, client interface at multiple levels, design consultancy management, facilitating design reviews, external stakeholder management, and technical assistance.

Sector of activities - Owner's'Engineering for Ports & Airports Market.

Location Requirements - In person 5 days a week at project office.

Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.

Your role

  • Leads and coordinates the implementation of multi-disciplinary design standards and works collaboratively with the main contractor.

  • Oversees pre-construction phase services, including planning, all design phases, site development, permitting, and procurement support.

  • Serves as client interface at multiple levels and at all phases and provides technical advice guidance and subject matter expertise with respect to design development.

  • Manages design consultancy agreements to achieve the requirements of the contract in terms of technical specification, schedule, and cost.

  • Facilitates design reviews and coordinates input and feedback from all stakeholders to ensure feedback is provided in an effective and efficient manner.

  • Manages reviews by external stakeholder groups (airlines, agencies, authorities having jurisdiction).

  • Provides Management and Executive level progress and performance reports, highlighting key risks and opportunities.

  • Manages the client review/approval of the design at all phases and facilitates an effective handover between Development and Construction.

  • Provides technical assistance and support to the delivery teams based on knowledge of the design phases and GTAA's facilities requirements, by bringing the perspective of planning and design to the other phases of program/projects construction delivery phases of the Program.

  • Conducts and coordinates quality reviews for compliance with scope the requirements of work the Program.

  • Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of project staff.

Cities & development Engineering

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-156022

Salary range

-

About you

  • Typically, with 10+ years of professional experience in large capital programs in an engineering / design management position with a focus airport infrastructure projects and new terminal construction of over $1Bn.

  • Demonstrable experience using AutoCAD & Revit (MicroStation is an asset) /BIM/Civil 3D design software & Experience in Microsoft Office software.

  • Demonstrable experience in performing design reviews and facilitating design coordination activities.

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills including the ability to facilitate meeting / workshops with large groups of stakeholders.

  • Strong technical capability in all project phases and ability to solve complex problems including by using data analytics to support solution identification.

  • Demonstrable experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships and providing strategic level reporting to enable effective decision making.

  • Recognized degree in engineering or architecture. Relevant professional designation is considered an asset.

  • Good working knowledge of program development including scope finalization, cost estimating, scheduling, and risk assessments.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation for this role is between $125,000 - 160,000 CAD annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

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