Accenture Construct - Readiness Manager, COM

Construction Management | Engineering | Project Management | Technical Advisory | Full-time Job No. 1653 | Toronto You've Never Been Satisfied with “Good Enough.” You didn't get into this to manage one piece of a project. You got into it to change how the world gets built. At Accenture Construct, that's the job. You'll help deliver the data centers, power grids, rail networks, factories and public infrastructure that keep communities moving — smarter, safer and more sustainably. You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold: project managers, engineers, technologists and strategists who pair real-world delivery with AI. And you won't be handed a slice of it. We take on whole programs, from early strategy through construction and handover, and we stand behind how they land. Because “good enough” builds the past. You're here to build what's next. Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Construct | Capital Projects Business The Readiness Manager for the Metrolinx plays a central role in ensuring that client successfully prepares the extension for operational handover. The position leads operational readiness across design, construction, systems integration, commissioning, safety assurance, and handover (Internal Title: Project Management IV) Operational Readiness Leadership

Lead Client’s operational readiness strategy and roadmap

Coordinate readiness across engineering, construction, operations, and safety teams

Testing, Commissioning & Trial Operations

Support commissioning planning, integrated testing, and trial operations

Development & maintenance of readiness documentation (System Safety Certification Strategy, System Definition Document, CPG Recommendation Reports,



Risk Assessment Completion Declarations, Panel Presentations, Hazard Record, etc.) Planning, executing & attending all imminent and future readiness panels and submissions to key-in with project timelines, including SRP/ORP/ISA/MSCC. Coordinating documented 'low/high risk' appraisals with SSA/ISA for all project scope. Attending recurring Readiness Control Board & ISA touchpoints. Weekly touchpoints with Mx PDT to track scope-specific progress related to readiness submissions, adjust readiness strategy and forecasting & collect updated submittals. Continuous improvement and streamlining of readiness process and future planning to reduce friction in readiness coordination with ORP/SRP/SSA/ISA. Operations & Maintenance Readiness

Oversee operational documentation, training materials, and asset information Asset Handover & Contractual Deliverables:

Risk Management and Reporting

Maintain readiness risk register and prepare executive reporting

Working Conditions

Office-based (5 Days in Office)

Experience

7–10 years' experience in major transit or infrastructure projects

Minimum of 12 years of experience in Project Management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Transportation, or related field, or relevant demonstrable experience

Licenses OR Certifications





Holding a recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Skills and Competencies

Strong knowledge of commissioning, systems integration, and operations

Strong understanding of prevailing Project Management methods

Extensive knowledge of tools and metrics needed to evaluate project performance

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office

Proficient in Project Management software

Must maintain professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods, and best practices

Ability to arrange priorities and elevate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership

Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities

Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)

Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven workplace

Proven capacity to anticipate, identify, and minimize risks

Expert ability to detect, capitalize, and be sensitive to others' strengths

Demonstrated capability to supervise, delegate, and develop capacity

Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension

Effectively leads multi-resource Project Management teams

Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellence

Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices

Proven success in providing on-site leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project mile

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