Manager, Bridge Quality

Canadian National Railway Company•Vaughan, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Bridge Quality (MBQ) is responsible for overseeing CN’s Bridges and Structures Quality Program. The position develops, revises and maintains inspection policies and procedures, including auditing for compliance as well as reviews and approvals of submitted inspection reports for bridges, culverts, tunnels and other structures. The incumbent works closely with Bridge Quality Supervisors, Engineers and Bridge Inspectors to ensure annual program goals and initiatives are met.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in general bridge design, assessment or inspection
Experience visually identifying defects in structural steel, reinforced and pretensioned concrete and timber structures
Experience supervising employees (including hiring and disciplinary action)
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
Possess P.Eng. Licensure
Bridge Inspection Workshop
Valid Driver’s Licence
Fall-Protection Training
Confined-Space Training
Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG) Training
Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) rules qualified or ability to become qualified
On-Track Safety (OTS) Certified
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Equipment Plant Inventory (EPI) and Bridge Condition System (BCS)
Strong technical skills in structural engineering, bridge design, assessment and inspections
Extensive knowledge of railroad structures, structural behaviour
Firm understanding of bridge maintenance requirements

Nice To Haves

Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural Speciality)
Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Responsibilities

Develop, revise and maintain inspection policies and procedures, including auditing for compliance
Review and approve submitted inspection reports for bridges, culverts, tunnels and other structures
Ensure Inspection Program meets or exceeds applicable regulations
Schedule inspections including cursory, visual, arm’s length, measured and underwater
Conduct field audits of infrastructure being inspected and audit Bridge Inspectors for rules and training compliance, inspection procedures, and safe work practices
Manage bridge inspection resources (e.g. staff, vehicles, equipment) and coordinate as required as part of regional asset management
Ensure proper qualification of inspection staff
Develop and implement inspection training programs
Designate Bridge Inspectors and ensure proper qualification of inspection staff
Collaborate with team members
Prepare bid-documents, specifications, contract procurement and field oversight on inspection mandates related to Special Bridges, detailed inspections and other contractual work
Ensure Equipment Plant Inventory (EPI) and Bridge Condition System (BCS) databases are kept current and accurate
Maintain up-to-date scour-critical and underwater inspection lists