What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Design and Construction Engineering position at Canadian National Railway?
Job Details
Hiring Salary Range : 127,000.00 - 167,000.00
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
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 Manager, Design and Construction is responsible for leading and supervising a team of Engineers and Project Managers in charge of internal and external construction projects from the initial concept to their completion. Interaction with CN departments to ensure proposed projects are in agreement with CN strategic vision, operating requirements and standards is essential. Coordination with Procurement and Supply Management, other engineering functions and transportation for the delivery of projects is required. Field visits to ensure compliance with CN standards and safety requirements is an essential task to the role.
Main Responsibilities
Project Management
Coordinate internal and external capital expenditure (CapEx) projects
Lead projects with both internal and external stakeholders from conceptual design development through construction
Lead the design process including design reviews
Coordinate and handle capacity upgrade projects for internal functions
Handle budget approval costs and estimates for the project
Handle internal stakeholders to ensure that projects meet requirements by using appropriate resources
Work with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., municipalities, utilities, Marketing, Business Development, Public Works) to complete construction projects
Tracking and Reviews
Work with Marketing and Business Development to review proposed industry track plans and provide estimates for work to be performed by CN
Track project budgets and project schedules
Track and manage design reviews and construction estimates
Review plans and specifications to ensure compliance with CN standards and safety rules
Assistance and Technical Support
Consult internally with other functions on construction projects within CN
Provide internal assistance and guidance to support completion of construction projects with other internal functions
Aid on general design principles, engineering drawings and ensure that specifications are accurate
Provide technical support and coaching to Operations on track geometry, track layout or any concern raised by the track team
Operational Issues
Resolve internal issues and provide visibility to upper management
Respond to emergencies such as operational issues, derailments, and washouts
Handle the rebuilding and ensure the integrity of civil structures
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. The role requires travel (50%) within the Region, which may include overnight stays away from home, based on territory and project requirements. Walking on uneven surfaces at construction sites is a factor.
Requirements
Experience
Design and Construction
Between 7 to 15 years of experience in construction
o Experience in leading and mentoring staff
o Railway experience*
o Experience in track survey, track design, bridge design, and specification writing*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor?s Degree in Civil Engineering
Valid Driver?s Licence
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Designation
Competencies
Lead by example for the safety and security of all
Considers ESG principles in all operations
Demonstrate active listening
Collaborates with others and shares information
Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
Sets direction and inspires others
Develops self and others
Applies critical thinking
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint)
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.
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
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 Manager, Design and Construction is responsible for leading and supervising a team of Engineers and Project Managers in charge of internal and external construction projects from the initial concept to their completion. Interaction with CN departments to ensure proposed projects are in agreement with CN strategic vision, operating requirements and standards is essential. Coordination with Procurement and Supply Management, other engineering functions and transportation for the delivery of projects is required. Field visits to ensure compliance with CN standards and safety requirements is an essential task to the role.
Main Responsibilities
Project Management
Coordinate internal and external capital expenditure (CapEx) projects
Lead projects with both internal and external stakeholders from conceptual design development through construction
Lead the design process including design reviews
Coordinate and handle capacity upgrade projects for internal functions
Handle budget approval costs and estimates for the project
Handle internal stakeholders to ensure that projects meet requirements by using appropriate resources
Work with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., municipalities, utilities, Marketing, Business Development, Public Works) to complete construction projects
Tracking and Reviews
Work with Marketing and Business Development to review proposed industry track plans and provide estimates for work to be performed by CN
Track project budgets and project schedules
Track and manage design reviews and construction estimates
Review plans and specifications to ensure compliance with CN standards and safety rules
Assistance and Technical Support
Consult internally with other functions on construction projects within CN
Provide internal assistance and guidance to support completion of construction projects with other internal functions
Aid on general design principles, engineering drawings and ensure that specifications are accurate
Provide technical support and coaching to Operations on track geometry, track layout or any concern raised by the track team
Operational Issues
Resolve internal issues and provide visibility to upper management
Respond to emergencies such as operational issues, derailments, and washouts
Handle the rebuilding and ensure the integrity of civil structures
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. The role requires travel (50%) within the Region, which may include overnight stays away from home, based on territory and project requirements. Walking on uneven surfaces at construction sites is a factor.
Requirements
Experience
Design and Construction
Between 7 to 15 years of experience in construction
o Experience in leading and mentoring staff
o Railway experience*
o Experience in track survey, track design, bridge design, and specification writing*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor?s Degree in Civil Engineering
Valid Driver?s Licence
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Designation
Competencies
Lead by example for the safety and security of all
Considers ESG principles in all operations
Demonstrate active listening
Collaborates with others and shares information
Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
Sets direction and inspires others
Develops self and others
Applies critical thinking
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint)
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.
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