Manager, Design and Construction - Special Projects- EN

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Job Summary

The Manager, Design and Construction - Special Projects is responsible for directing and handling capital construction projects outside of the scope of CN’s general capacity improvement initiatives. The role ensures that all work is carried out in accordance with sound engineering practices, approved railway standards, and latest industry best practices as well as with full safety and regulatory compliance, and the CN operating plan.

Main Responsibilities

• Assume leadership on special projects in general but particularly on major high profile and visibility projects
• Negotiate agreements with third parties related to the special projects, to ensure CN interests and reputation are protected
• Work with CN Public Affairs to ensure they are aware of the project progress and help them answer media questions on the highly political projects
• Ensure completion of projects on-time and on-budget
• Direct the preparation of plans and specifications of tender documents for construction and procurement of materials
• Provide leadership to consultants and CN staff to ensure constant momentum of special projects
• Direct the project management, regulatory and permitting tasks, consultant assignments, and engineering program for the special projects
• Coordinate environmental permitting for construction projects
• Prioritize work and update financial expenditures
• Direct the review of engineering plans and specifications for constructability
• Prepare and review tender documents and oversee the selection and award of contracts engaging external contractors and consultants
• Review and approve all consultant assignments and change orders
• Direct the preparation, review and approval of all consultant fees and invoices
• Coordinate work with Track Services, the Signal department, Network Operations, Transportation, Real Estate, Public Affairs, and Legal
• Take appropriate action to correct unsafe conditions and behaviours
• Provide on-site oversight of special projects to ensure contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders execute the work safely and per specification
• Oversee consultant project management staff that provide daily on-site support to the special projects
  
  

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and field environments with various weather conditions with a regular work week from Monday to Friday. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences. The incumbent is required to walk on uneven ground, climb up steep embankments, and walk long distances. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) across Western Canada where special projects are located, with potential to be away for periods of time depending on the projects being delivered.

Experience

Requirements

Design and Construction

• Between 5 to 10 years of experience in rail construction
  
  

oExperience overseeing consultant and contractor staff

oProject management experience

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Valid Driver’s License
• Professional Engineer Registration (P.Eng)
  
  

Competencies

• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
• Applies critical thinking
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Leads by example for the safety and security of all
  
  

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of Track Design and Material
• Understanding and proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Ability to review construction plans and drawings
  
  

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.