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Advisor, Rapid Transit Analysis

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Overview

Metrolinx is hiring an Advisor for an 18-month contract in its Rapid Transit Insights team. The role conducts technical analysis, ridership forecasting and business case assessment for transit infrastructure, and continuously improves analytical tools. The posting states a contract of up to 18 months, reporting to the Manager, Rapid Transit Insights, and an on-site arrangement.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct technical analysis and ridership forecasting for transit infrastructure and service
  • Advise on quantitative data analysis and modelling inputs
  • Review transportation studies and improve forecasting methods
  • Develop maps, charts and infographics for senior audiences
  • Track and apply best practice methodologies in analysis and visualization

Requirements summary:

  • University degree in engineering, planning or related field, or specialist certification
  • Demonstrated relevant experience in technical analysis
  • Strong oral and written communication for non-technical audiences
  • Proven analytical and research skills
  • Transportation modelling, GIS, statistical or programming software experience is a significant asset

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Employer posting date
2026-11-05
First seen by our source
2026-10-29
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentBusiness operations
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Background checkscriminal record
Encouraged to applyRacialized people, Women, People with disabilities
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyEngineering, Planning

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Job description

Contract /Temporary Assignment up to 18 months

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.

Our Rapid Transit Insights team is currently seeking an Advisor for a 18 months contract role to join their team. Reporting to the Manager, Rapid Transit Insights, the Advisor will carry out comprehensive technical analysis, undertake continuous improvement of analytical tools, and support business case evaluation.

What will I be doing?

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.

  • What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

    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.

  • Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

    If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

    We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

    Accommodation:
    Metrolinx is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are also committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point during the hiring process, please contact us at: 416-202-5601 or email [email protected].

    Application Process:

    All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

    For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application.

    Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

    We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

    WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

    #LI-MM3 and #LI-Onsite

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