Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier.

Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team. This role is an in‑office position based at our 10 Bay Street location in Toronto and will also require consistent travel to project offices in Mississauga, Scarborough and Hamilton.

Our team is highly collaborative, and much of our work benefits from in‑person co‑creation, relationship‑building, and hands‑on partnership with leaders across the organization.

Our Capital Projects

Group workforce is made up of driven and dedicated professionals who care deeply about working together to deliver infrastructure and make a positive impact in our communities. Join us as we build a knowledgeable and collaborative team that courageously changes how transit projects will be delivered.

Our Capital Projects

Group (CPG), Environmental Programs and Assessment (EPA) team is seeking a Manager of Soil and Groundwater Quality. The Manager shall support the planning and implementation of rapid transit capital projects by providing subject matter expertise on Phase 1 & 2 Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), environmental due diligence for property transactions, contamination management, spill clean‑up, soil management, groundwater quality and designated substances and hazardous materials (DSHM).

Responsibilities also include supporting project delivery teams, third‑party coordination teams and establishing strong relationships with key external stakeholders and contracting partners. The Soil and Groundwater Quality Manager will also supervise Project Managers and project coordinators during all stages of project design and construction. Given the collaborative and coordination‑driven nature of this work,



the role is office‑based and requires consistent in‑office and project office presence.

Provide technical expertise and owner oversight on Phase 1 & 2 environmental site assessments, soil and groundwater management, contamination management, spill prevention, spill clean‑up and abatement of designated substances and hazardous materials. Lead a group of project managers and project coordinators on the oversight and monitoring of environmental regulatory requirements to projects, particularly with respect to environmental risk, contamination, excess soil management, contamination claims, spill clean‑up and environmental compliance. Support resolution of environmental issues for construction projects delivered using traditional, P3 and progressive collaborative contract models.

Communicate environmental policies, procedures and applicable law. Liaise and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including regulatory bodies such as MECP, municipalities and Conservation Authorities. Review contract documents and reports to provide advice on environmental‑related matters.

Review consultant contracts (scope, schedule, budget) and ensuring adherence to contract terms and deliverables. University degree in a related discipline (Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, Hydrogeology). Eng. is an asset.

Demonstrated experience and technical expertise related to environmental site assessment, environmental remediation, excess soil management, environmental oversight of transit construction projects, remediation cost estimation, environmental compliance monitoring, spill prevention measures and spill clean‑up.

Experience with human health and environmental risk assessment, hydrogeological assessments,



dewatering discharge permits and knowledge of abatement of designated substances and hazardous materials are highly desirable. Knowledge of the Ontario Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act and other related environmental legislation including O. 153/04 Records of Site Condition, O. 406/19 On‑Site and Excess Soil Management; 347 Waste Management; Leadership experience successfully coaching, mentoring and managing a team of professionals. Highly developed interpersonal, presentation, negotiation, and consensus building skills; Robust analytical and problem‑solving skills to manages complex project issues and risks and facilitate effective resolution.

Experience with projects applying Public/Private Partnership, Progressive Design‑Build, Alliance procurement modelsis an asset. Must successfully complete environmental, safety and all other training required by corporate policy. Willingness to travel to offices of government agencies and public information meetings, as well as Metrolinx project offices and construction sites within the GTHA as needed.

This role will have access to a company vehicle (Non‑Revenue Fleet Vehicle). We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and other applicable legislation so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: (phone hidden) or email [email protected] be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non‑union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application.

📌 Manager, Soil & Groundwater Quality (Toronto)
🏢 Metrolinx
📍 Toronto