Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Posting Date:May 8, 2026Location:Toronto, ON, CAExpected Salary Range:$ - $ AnnuallyTarget Variable Performance Pay:15%The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.Reporting to the Senior Manager, Distribution System Planning and Asset Analytics, the Manager, Engineering (Planning Analytics) provides strategic and operational leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of asset planning analytics capabilities. The role is accountable for managing processes and resources to support short- and long-term asset strategies and enable data-driven investment decision-making across the distribution system.The incumbent leads cross-departmental initiatives to implement, govern, and optimize asset planning and analytics platforms (e.g., Asset Investment Planning systems), strengthening the organization’s strategic planning and asset management capabilities. This includes ongoing ownership and maintenance of the asset investment planning system along with the utility’s Value Framework to ensure consistency, transparency, and strategic alignment.The role also drives change management to embed analytical tools and platforms into business processes, promote adoption, and establish robust governance over system inputs, assumptions, and outputs. In collaboration with internal stakeholders, the incumbent also leads/supports the development and deployment of high-value analytical use cases, effectively leveraging advanced analytics, including Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, where appropriate.In addition, the incumbent provides leadership and subject matter expertise in strategic change initiatives that advance the utility’s asset management maturity and long-term strategic objectives. This includes contributing to the development, justification, and defense of the Distribution System Plan and regulatory filings.This posting is for an existing vacancy.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLeads a team of technical professionals and students, including engineers, to develop and execute short-term and long-term investment, business and/or technology plansOversees a diverse team to deliver short‑ and long‑term investment, business, and/or technology plans, while developing talent, managing performance, and strengthening organizational culture.Conducts research and studies on technology and engineering trends; assembles strategic roadmaps, specifically as it relates to decision support system, asset management or grid system analytics.Leads project management and oversight related to the execution of the strategic roadmap and aligns the roadmap to distribution system plans and regulatory filingsLeads the implementation and on-going management of key decision support systems (such as Asset Investment Planning, engineering analytics platforms) to improve planning decisions and related processesDrives change management effectively through close collaboration with stakeholders across the organization to further the use of asset management technologiesResponsible for the management of the utility’s value framework to drive investment decisions, including appropriate and high quality data inputs/updates and associated governance processesConducts review of processes/systems in engineering area to ensure continuous improvement in quality/productivity, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to make changes as requiredReviews engineering work and plans relating to asset management or system planning, investment prioritization, and optimization outputs from asset investment planning systemsEnsures data and analytical outputs are updated/maintained to be used for regulatory applications and during interrogatoriesForecasts work volumes and resourcing; prioritizes and manages workflows to ensure all internal and external deadlines are metAccountable for prioritization for project interdependencies, risks, resourcing and project scope and change managementContributes to the development of accurate and defendable plans and evidence through the development of high-quality business cases in order to obtain approval from various internal and external stakeholdersREQUIREMENTSRegistered Professional Engineer in OntarioSeven (7) years engineering and/or asset management experience (regulated utility engineering experience preferred)Three (3) years of progressive leadership and/or project leadership experienceExperience working on strategic initiatives and successfully leading change management in an organization (strongly preferred)Certification in Asset Management or Project Management (PMP) considered an assetKnowledgeable in Asset Investment Planning or related asset management platforms (strongly preferred)Proven track record of implementing or managing large scale asset management platforms such as Asset Investment Planning software (or similar decision support technology) considered an assetStrong knowledge in risk- or value-based planning and investment optimization, including experience in developing or managing value frameworks to drive business decisionsSuperior change management and stakeholder engagement skills, especially as it applies to the roll-out of new technology or related implementationsAbility to develop and interpret analytics, with strong knowledge of asset and system analytics for asset management and project prioritization.Knowledgeable in utility data infrastructure, data management/governance practices, and how they relate to asset planning, including key systems such as GIS, EAM, ERP, etc.Experience in process optimization, designing, mapping and successfully rolling out new initiatives to the organizationStrong knowledge of best practices for utility engineering planning and asset managementStrong understanding of the utility operations– including knowledge of standards, procurement, maintenance, and system reliabilityKnowledge of finance model for capital programs – project budget, expenditures, etc.Strong execution and project management skillsCreative and innovative thinkingStrong problem solving and decision-making skillsStrong customer and vendor relationship management skillsTo support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual HealthcareCompany-paid life insurance and long term disabilitySpending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERSCareer development and tuition reimbursementExciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the yearThis position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency.ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.#J-18808-Ljbffr