Job Title
Project Specialist II - YRRTC
Status
Temporary Full-Time
Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months
24
Type of Position
a Replacement
Start Date
immediate
Annually
Salary Grade
$104,079.00 - $117,936.00
Department
York Region -> York Region Rapid Transit Corp
Location
YRRTC – 50 High Tech Road - Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)
Who We Are At York Region Rapid Transit Corporation (YRRTC), we’re all about rapid transit solutions that meet the demands of our growing communities. YRRTC is a municipally owned services corporation, wholly owned by York Region. The corporation leads the planning, design, and delivery of the Region’s rapid transit projects that connect communities and key destinations, benefiting existing and future residents and businesses.We’re a collaborative, cross-functional team of professionals in capital planning, engineering, project management, and community engagement. Working together with York Region and local municipalities, we deliver cutting-edge rapid transit solutions that will support generations to come.
Our current projects include bus rapid transit (BRT) along Jane Street in Vaughan and Highway 7 East in Markham and supporting the Metrolinx-led Yonge North Subway Extension. These projects are transforming the Region and creating exciting opportunities for talented individuals to make a real difference.
If you're passionate about transit infrastructure and meaningful public service, YRRTC is a place where you can contribute to expanding the Region’s transit network.
Your Role in Our Vision As part of a collaborative team, you’ll contribute to rapid transit infrastructure that further connects destinations and communities across York Region and beyond, supporting growth for generations to come.
Reporting to the Director, Yonge North Subway Extension, the Project Specialist collaborates with York Region’s (YR) Realty and Environmental leads, as well as Development Engineering and Local Municipal Planning teams, to oversee and coordinates large and complex real estate, environmental, and development infrastructure portfolios for the subway expansion, including financial administration.
Key responsibilities include:
Provides strategic guidance to the YRRTC project team on real estate and environmental considerations throughout the Environmental Assessment process and engineering design and construction phase.
As the primary point of contact for Metrolinx's property & environmental programs, advises and coordinates regional inputs by working directly with the YRRTC project team, YR Realty/Environmental Leads, local municipalities, surveyors,



project consultants, MECP, and environmental consultants to address property owners' concerns, facilitating mutually agreeable solutions for land acquisitions, settlements, and agreements. Manages environmental impact assessments and remediation efforts, including closeout reports, risk mitigation measures, and long-term monitoring requirements.
Oversees project property requirements and environmental due diligence in collaboration with the Region’s Realty/Environmental Leads and project consultants, ensuring the delivery of necessary surveys (e.g., reference and expropriation plans) and environmental studies (e.g., Phase I and II ESAs, RAPs, Risk Assessments, Investigations/Remediation). This includes coordinating efforts with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks(MECP) and environmental consultants.
Ensures timely and transparent communication of property acquisition and environmental due diligence status updates to YRRTC-YR project teams and project managers.
Maintains organized records of communications, documents, and materials exchanged between the YRRTC project team and YR Realty/Environmental Leads.
Fosters strong relationships with colleagues, internal and external stakeholders, members of the public, and project partners.
Collaborates with the YRRTC Procurement Manager and YR Realty/Environmental Leads to facilitate efficient property and environmental-related procurement processes within the Region’s procurement framework.
Oversees the coordination and circulation of development applications for technical review and feedback related to various projects.

What You Bring to the Team Completion of a post-secondary diploma in Business Administration, Urban or Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering Technology, Public Policy and Administration, or a related field—or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least five (5) years of experience demonstrating significant success in one or more of the following areas: Leading and/or coordinating the acquisition of property interests, including easements, temporary access agreements, and fee simple acquisitions, to facilitate project delivery.
Providing technical support for planning aspects of major capital projects, including subway expansions, LRT,



or BRT initiatives/projects
Supporting major transit or transportation-related capital project management and construction
Designing and delivering planning, urban design, or real estate and environmental programs, services, and materials

Possession of a valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for corporate business
Experience with or knowledge of public transportation systems
Familiarity with municipal, regional, and provincial operations
Strong understanding of project planning principles, methodologies, and best practices
Proficiency in corporate core competencies, including customer focus, communication, collaboration, and personal ownership
Expertise in querying, analyzing, and manipulating mapping information
Working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to convey real estate, planning, or urban design concepts through drawing or sketching
Self-motivated with the capacity to quickly learn, plan, and manage workload independently
Willingness to travel to offsite locations efficiently, as needed
Flexibility to work beyond regular business hours when required
What We Offer YRRTC is dedicated to supporting employees by offering competitive wages, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, the opportunity to participate in OMERS pension plan, a flexible hybrid work environment, access to employee discounts, and learning and development opportunities.
All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-(phone hidden) ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users.
York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email [email protected] or call 1-(phone hidden) extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.

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📌 Project Specialist II - YRRTC (Ontario)
🏢 York Region (The Regional Municipality of York)
📍 Ontario