Senior Operations Lead, Rail & Transit

WSP•Hamilton, ON

1d•CA$146,500 - CA$212,200

About The Position

As a Senior Operations Lead, Rail & Transit, you will lead the growth and delivery of freight railway infrastructure and facilities across Canada, with a strong base in Alberta. This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape strategy, drive operational excellence, and deliver complex, high-value infrastructure projects that support the movement of goods and strengthen national supply chains.

Requirements

Extensive experience in freight railway infrastructure engineering and operations.
Proven track record delivering medium to large-scale infrastructure and facilities projects ($35M+) across design, construction, and commissioning.
Strong leadership experience in civil engineering and facilities project management, including multi-site operations oversight.
Demonstrated success supporting strategic account growth and client development (e.g., CPKC, CN).
Expertise in lifecycle asset management, building systems optimization, and operational performance improvement.
In-depth knowledge of Canadian health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation in Canada or eligibility to obtain.
Highly effective communicator with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels.

Responsibilities

Lead the successful delivery of freight rail infrastructure and facilities projects valued at $35M+, from concept through design, construction, and commissioning.
Drive strategic planning, operational execution, and market growth for rail and transit infrastructure services across Canada.
Partner with key account teams supporting major clients such as CPKC and CN to strengthen relationships and expand business opportunities.
Oversee multi-site facilities operations, optimizing asset performance, building systems, and lifecycle costs.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget while maintaining exceptional technical and quality standards.
Champion compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations across all project phases and operational activities.
Lead, mentor, and inspire multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
Deliver specialized infrastructure solutions including maintenance facilities, fueling systems, fleet infrastructure, and vehicle storage.