Job Description
The incumbent is responsible for providing project management, technical support, plan review, and field oversight for construction capital and maintenance projects for customers. The position handles new construction projects and collaborates with internal departments such as Engineering, Transportation, 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 surveys sites and composes, adjusts, and reviews designs using AutoCAD software. Additionally, the position supports the training and development of Field Technicians.
Project Management
Project Coordination
Cost Estimation
Audits, Inspections, and Safety Assessments
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 10%) and field work (20%), within Eastern Canada.
Construction
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
Senior Specialist Engineer Design & Construction-CA
Req Id:
950
Job Location:
Montreal - QC
Business Unit:
Operations
Highest Level Division:
Engineering
Posting Start Date:
9/30/26
Posting End Date:
10/07/2026
French/English Bilingual Requirement:
No
Hiring Salary Range: $ 89900 - 118000
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 and other perks.
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Join us today and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for providing project management, technical support, plan review, and field oversight for construction capital and maintenance projects for customers. The position handles new construction projects and collaborates with internal departments such as Engineering, Transportation, 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 surveys sites and composes, adjusts, and reviews designs using AutoCAD software. Additionally, the position supports the training and development of Field Technicians.
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 track design components, as well as ensure that stakeholders have buy-in
- Ensure that track geometry conforms to CN's standards
- Inspect projects upon completion with Engineering to ensure compliance with specifications
Project Coordination
- Review and respond to submittals and correspondence from internal and external stakeholders to protect the company'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 property and facilities are safeguarded and safe conditions are in place
Cost Estimation
- Provide accurate project cost estimates, including civil, track, signal, 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 10%) and field work (20%), within Eastern Canada.
Experience
Construction
- Minimum 5 years of experience in construction
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience*
- Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Education/Certification/Designation
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
- Valid Driver's License
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering*
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng)*,
- Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Competencies
- We Care About Each Other
- We Strive for Excellence
- We Succeed Together
- We Lead Responsibly
- Vision and strategic thinking
- Impactful and inclusive leadership
- Performance and value delivery
- Empowerment and talent development
- Strategic communication and influence
- Managerial courage and decisiveness
- Compliance
- Conflict management
- Support
- Planning
- Stakeholder management
Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Knowledge of AutoCAD design and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Project budget and finance management skills
- Knowledge of Civil and Geotechnical engineering*
- Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*
- Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), Transition Minimized Differential Signalling (TMDS), Geographic Information System (GIS), and Track Inspection System (TIS)*
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
Additional Information (If Any)
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
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 often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet 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 get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
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