Job Description
The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and supporting internal and external capital expenditure projects, including capacity, business development, Metrolinx, and adjacent development.
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor (25 to 50%) environment in extreme hot and cold weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The incumbent must be able to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and work in normal railroad hazards. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires minimal travel (5 to 10%) across Canada, mostly in the Great Lakes (GLD) region, as well as the United States (U.S.) as required for meetings.
Track Survey, Track and Bridge Design
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Specialist Design & Construction-CA
Req Id:
999
Job Location:
Toronto - ON
Business Unit:
Operations
Highest Level Division:
Engineering
Posting Start Date:
10/16/26
Posting End Date:
11/06/26
French/English Bilingual Requirement:
No
Pay Grade: MGMT-10
Hiring Salary Range: $ 74200 - 97000
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 coordinating and supporting internal and external capital expenditure projects, including capacity, business development, Metrolinx, and adjacent development.
Main Responsibilities
- Collaborate with internal and external partners, including municipalities, utilities, and government agencies to complete construction projects, which entails turning a level crossing into a grade separation
- Cooperate with and support the Manager DandC as well as Manager Public Works, Chief Engineer - Track and Production along with Business Development staff
- Ensure that projects are completed within established time and budget
- Subscribe to the general design principles, review engineering drawings and documents, and ensure that specifications are accurate
- Respond to emergencies, which include operational issues, derailments, and washouts
- Support DandC in overseeing rebuilding and maintain the integrity of the Company's civil structures
Working Conditions
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor (25 to 50%) environment in extreme hot and cold weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The incumbent must be able to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and work in normal railroad hazards. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires minimal travel (5 to 10%) across Canada, mostly in the Great Lakes (GLD) region, as well as the United States (U.S.) as required for meetings.
Experience
Track Survey, Track and Bridge Design
- Between 1 to 3 years of experience in track survey and construction, track and bridge design, as well as construction specification writing and estimating*
- Railway 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
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineering in Training (EIT) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
- Valid Driver's License
- Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Competencies
- We Care About Each Other
- We Strive for Excellence
- We Succeed Together
- We Lead Responsibly
- Compliance
- Conflict management
- Support
- Planning
- Stakeholder management
Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Knowledge of Ontario's construction law
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
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.
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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