Derek Chaves
Senior Manager, Design Standards, Stations & Facilities @Metrolinx
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager, Design Standards, Stations & Facilities @Metrolinx
Toronto, ON, CA
At Metrolinx, I lead the development of systemwide design standards that guide project delivery, community integration, and long-term asset performance. I’m passionate about public engagement, transparent communication, and the belief that great infrastructure reflects the needs and values of the people it serves. This involves leading the ongoing development and maturity of the Stations and Facilities Standards program through expansive and rigourous stakeholder engagement for the following assets: stations, public space, and urban design, across our networks, encompassing GO, BRT, LRT, and Subway.
EDUCATION
McMaster University
Hon. B.Sc., Biology & Pharmacology
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies (BEDS), Architecture & Interior Design
Dalhousie University
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Architecture
SKILLS
ABOUT DEREK CHAVES
I’m a collaborative transit leader with over a decade of experience shaping architectural and urban design outcomes for public infrastructure projects. I specialize in aligning diverse stakeholder interests—including municipal partners, technical teams, accessibility advocates, and policy-makers—to develop consensus-driven standards that enhance the user experience, improve operational outcomes, and reflect community priorities.
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