Senior Officer, Design and Construction or Engineer, Design and Construction- EN

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

The Senior Officer, Design and Construction or Engineer, Design and Construction is responsible for providing project management, technical support, plan review, and field oversight for construction capital and maintenance projects for customers and for third-party requests (Province, cities, municipalities, etc.) for projects on CN’s right-of-way. The position handles new construction projects and collaborates with internal departments such as Engineering, Transportation, Environmental and Law, as well as external agencies and government authorities. The incumbent acts as a technical advisor to new railroad builds, customer sidings, and track geometry in accordance with engineering practices and approved railway standards, specifications, and procedures in alignment with CN’s operating plan. The role requires reviewing designs and specifications for projects and coordination between consultants, contractors and CN’s various department to ensure constant momentum of works.. Additionally, the position may support the training and development of a Field Technician and Officer Design and Construction.

Main Responsibilities Project Management

• Handle various tracks, siding, and grade separation projects, including new and modified designs to ensure project completion within budget
• Review and approve design and specifications for projects in accordance with CN’s standards, as well as ensure that stakeholders have buy-in
• Ensure that track geometry conforms to CN’s standards
• Inspect projects upon completion to ensure compliance with design and specifications
  
  

Project Coordination

• Review and respond to submittals and correspondence from internal and external stakeholders to protect CN’s interests when local, municipal, provincial, and federal projects affect the organization’s property
• Collaborate with teams to implement changes
• Act as a resource and provide guidance on actions and responses
• Maintain relationships, public and private, to ensure CN’s property and facilities are safeguarded, and safe conditions are in place
  
  

Cost Estimation

• Provide project cost estimates, including civil, track, and associated upgrades, as well as cost estimate review assistance for CN’s projects, internal and external
  
  

Audits, Inspections, and Safety Assessments

• Complete crossing audits, inspections, and safety assessments in the field to ensure compliance with regulations
• Implement corrective actions successfully
• Conduct various site surveys
  
  

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions and may be in unfamiliar locations. The role requires being available on-call to respond to critical incidences such as washouts and derailments and work varying shifts, weekends, and statutory holidays to cover operations that run 24/7. The incumbent must be able to work adjacent to loud power equipment, near construction sites with exposure to dust and railroad materials such as ballast and treated cross ties. The role requires occasional overnight travel (up to 5%) and field work (10%), within the assigned territory.

Requirements

Requirements Experience

Construction

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience*
• Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
  
  

Education/Certification/Designation

• College diploma (DEC)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering*
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / ing.) Designation*
• Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset. Please note for Engineer, Design and Construction, the candidate must have preferred requirements.
  
  

Competencies

• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Solves problems to create value
• Develops self and others
• Demonstrates agility and drives change
• Applies critical thinking
• Communicates with impact
  
  

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of AutoCAD design and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Project budget and finance management skills
• Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), Geographic Information System (GIS), and Track Inspection System (TIS)*
• Knowledge of Civil and Geotechnical engineering
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)
• Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
  
  

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience in supervising a unionized workforce.
• Proven track record in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Demonstrated history/ experience in safety compliance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Predictable, reliable attendance.
• High school diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED).
  
  

Preferences:

• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory/safety environment.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Labour relations experience, i.e. interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.
• Training or certification in a Railroad Operating Signals
• Post-secondary education.
• Basic computer skills.
  
  

The ideal candidate profile:

• Energetic, ability to work autonomously, adapt rapidly to changing circumstances and situations and manage stressful situations.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, can motivate others to achieve set objectives and maintains positive interactions. Good leadership skills – manage, mentor, coach.
• Is results-focused, gives clear directions and prioritizes daily tasks.
• Excellent English and French verbal, reading comprehension and writing skills.
• Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction.
• Understand and apply safety standards, policies and procedures, collective agreements as well as Operating Rules.
  
  

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America’s safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don’t apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don’t see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at [email protected].

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