Officer, Design and Construction

Canadian National Railway CompanyHomewood, IL
CA$70,000 - CA$92,000Hybrid

About The Position

The Officer, Design and Construction (D&C) is responsible for coordinating and supporting internal and external capital expenditure projects, including capacity, business development, Metrolinx, and adjacent development. At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Requirements

  • 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
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
  • Engineering in Training (EIT)
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Knowledge of construction law
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
  • Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)

Nice To Haves

  • Any experience for track survey, track and bridge design, construction specification writing and estimating would be considered as an asset
  • Any railway experience would be considered as an asset
  • Any skills/attributes for competencies would be considered as an asset

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 D&C 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 D&C in overseeing rebuilding and maintain the integrity of the Company’s civil structures

Benefits

  • annual bonus
  • employee share investment program (ESIP)
  • Pension
  • Benefits
  • Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB)
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