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 (, 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
oExperience in leading and mentoring staff
oRailway experience*
oExperience 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 ( 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)
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