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 111 Richmond Street. 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.

The Operational Planning & Interface Management Team

within the

Capital Projects Group (CPG)

is seeking a

Project Manager

to support the planning and coordination of pre‑construction activities across a variety of capital projects. The successful candidate will review project submissions and obtain the permits, licenses, and approvals (PLA) required prior to construction. This role will liaise with municipal, provincial, and federal approval authorities while serving as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders. The Project Manager will be responsible for developing, managing,



and monitoring permitting and approval processes throughout the lifecycle of multiple projects.

What will I be doing?

Develop and implement PLA plans that outline approaches to identify, manage, and mitigate permitting risks, aligning with overall long‑term transit program strategies.

Assist in planning, reviewing submissions, and obtaining permits, licenses, and approvals required in advance of construction.

Assist project delivery teams with PLA application preparation, submittal, and tracking.

Track and provide reports on PLA status and risks on a weekly/monthly basis and implement improvements to tracking and reporting systems.

Support project delivery teams with liaison between approval authorities including municipalities, provincial and federal authorities to manage issues and risks related to acquisition of PLAs.

Liaise with approval authorities, including municipalities, provincial, and federal authorities.

Implement PLA procedures, processes, standards, and systems to enable effective infrastructure delivery.

Document lessons learned and support initiatives to improve the efficiency of permit and approval processes.

Build, develop and maintain excellent relationships with key internal and external stakeholders critical to the successful delivery of program‑wide permit and approval requirements.





Participate in weekly/monthly progress meetings with project delivery teams, provide updates on PLA status and escalates PLA issues as necessary.

Participate in meetings with approval authorities to identify and define PLA requirements, including pre‑consultation meetings.

Serve as a key point of contact with internal stakeholders to develop, manage and monitor permit and approval processes through the project lifecycle.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

Completion of a degree in the field of Planning, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.

Demonstrated experience within a construction, engineering, or municipal planning workplace.

Knowledge of permit and approval processes and requirements for construction of transit infrastructure and large infrastructure projects is essential.

Ability to interpret technical drawings/reports and effectively communicate technical information is essential.

Knowledge of public sector decision‑making structures and processes at the municipal, regional, provincial and federal level.

Knowledge of relevant legislation and requirements governing permits and approvals, including but not limited to Ontario Environment Assessment Act and Transit Projects & Metrolinx Undertakings (O. Reg., 231/08), Ontario Water Resources Act, Ontario Building Code Act, Planning Act, Ontario Heritage Act, Municipal Code and By‑laws, Environmental Protection Act, railway corridor infrastructure, and related construction projects.

Negotiation skills, diplomacy, and political acuity to develop and recommen

📌 Project Manager, Permit, Licenses (Toronto)
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