Advisor – Rapid Transit Analysis
Metrolinx
Advisor – Rapid Transit Analysis
Metrolinx
Runs regional transit and fare system
Contract /Temporary Assignment up to 18 months
Conducts and manages technical analysis, ridership forecasting, and the business case assessment of transit infrastructure and service.
Provides input and advice to business unit staff, management, and stakeholders on quantitative data analysis and modelling that examines transportation, land use, population and employment growth, and other inputs upon ridership forecasts are based.
Evidence-based assessment and analysis of transportation planning projects
Develops maps, charts, infographics and other visuals for internal and senior level audiences
Reviews internal/external transportation studies, land use reports, and planning processes, assesses the validity of findings, and translates findings into improvements to forecasting methods.
Maintains an awareness of the latest “Best Practice” methodologies for technical analysis, forecasting, and data visualization and assesses the appropriateness of their application within the team.Gathers / prepares data, identifies implications and makes recommendations.
Practical experience with transportation demand modelling software (e.g. EMME, TransCAD, VISUM), GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS), statistical analysis software (e.g. STATA, SAS, R), Graphic Design Tools (Adobe Illustrator or InDesign, PowerPoint, D3, Tableau) and/or computer programming languages (e.g. Python) is a significant asset
Successful completion of a University Degree in a Engineering or Planning (or related) or an advanced/specialist technical certification, requiring an equivalent number of years of post-secondary education.
Demonstrated relevant experience.
Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills to communicate technical issues to a non-technical audience
Proven analytical skills with practical experience in technical analysis, undertaking literature and best practice reviews, and conducting internet and survey research using supporting spreadsheets and database applications
Practical experience in identifying modelling issues in forecasting models and proposing solutions is a significant asset
Practical experience communicating complex technical topics and data in an understandable and visually appealing manner through the use of data visualization, cartography, or graphics design tools is an asset
Knowledge of the theory, principles, research methodologies, and practices of transportation modelling, transportation planning, is an asset.
Minimum Pay Range: $82,683.00
Maximum Pay Range: $112,734.00
Metrolinx is a government agency in Ontario that plans, finances, and coordinates transportation across the region. It runs GO Transit, UP Express, and the PRESTO fare system, and steers major investments to improve how people travel. How it works: it manages regional transit services and the fare network, partners with municipalities and other agencies, and directs infrastructure projects to create a connected travel system. How it differs from competitors: it is a public sector, multi‑modal regional operator and planner focused on coordinating services and fares across communities, rather than a single private operator. Its goal is to connect communities and make travel faster, easier, and more convenient through large investments and integrated networks.
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