Systems Testing and Commissioning Senior Project Manager

Comtech Group Inc. (Comtech), part of Accenture, is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services. Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets. Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

Job Title

Systems Testing and Commissioning Senior Project Manager

Location

Toronto, ON CA (Primary)

Category

Construction Management, Design, Engineering, Information Technology, Project Controls, Project Management, Technical Advisory

Job Type

Full-time

THE WORK:

• (Internal Title-Project Management IV)
  • Lead the Testing and Commissioning, and entry into service of the Systems on the project
  • Manage a team of client staff, consultants and contractors to deliver the Testing and Commissioning workstream
  • Assist with the oversight of the Contractor's Testing and Commissioning Team to ensure milestones are met without compromising safety or quality
  • Assist with the development of a progressive handover approach so testing is phased and not bottlenecked by civil works delays
  • Drive integration across traction power, signals, tunnel ventilation, and communications
  • Ensure the Contractor's Systems Testing and Commissioning processes align with system assurance, operational readiness, and safety case requirements
  • Validate that test reports, commissioning certificates, and safety approvals are properly documented before service trials
  • Work closely with the Independent Safety Assessor (ISA) to review safety-related test results and certification readiness
  • Proactively address testing risks related to civil delays, design changes, or system integration issues
  • Ensure the Contractor's Testing and Commissioning schedule is properly phased with construction completion and system installation
  • Ensure Systems Operations & Maintenance (O&M) teams are engaged early for operator training, trial running, and final acceptance
  • Support the final approval for system readiness, ensuring all commissioning requirements are closed out before revenue service
  • Ensure all Systems Testing and Commissioning documentation, certifications, and as-built records are completed
  • Manage testing and commissioning interfaces and dependencies across all asset groups (incl facilities and systems)
  • Lead the handover of systems assets to stakeholders or AMM (Asset Management and Maintenance)
  • Support the operational readiness task force

• Working Conditions
  • Office-based

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in Project Management
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Licenses OR Certifications:
  • Holding a recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Significant systems testing and commissioning experience on large scale rapid transit projects
  • Significant project management experience on large scale rapid transit projects
  • Experience leading a team of technical professionals and managing contractor's testing and commissioning activities
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of systems related to rapid transit projects
  • Demonstrated experience successfully managing the competing objectives of many external and internal stakeholders
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with experience managing a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including municipalities and third-party utility providers
  • 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 escalate 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 environment
  • 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
  • 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 milestones

Comtech Group Inc., part of Accenture, is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with local legislative requirements. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the People and Culture Team by emailing - career@teamcomtech.comComtech Group offers our employees a competitive compensation package with comprehensive employee benefits, and an inclusive environment that fosters teamwork & entrepreneurial spirit. Comtech Group is an equal opportunity employer.