Field Manager Geotechnical Engineering

Join CPKC North Americas first transnational railroad connecting the U.S Canada and Mexico where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. This role can be located in Calgary AB or Toronto ON. We connect communities fuel economic growth and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity accountability and pride. With opportunities for training development and advancement youre not just building a careeryoure part of something bigger. Together we move goods connect people and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Geotechnical Engineering Field Manager leads the planning inspection design and execution of complex geotechnical projects to address and resolve issues impacting railway infrastructure. Serving as a key technical expert the manager ensures all field operations adhere to stringent safety standards and regulatory requirements while supporting CPKCs strategic goals. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams leverages advanced engineering practices and provides guidance to optimize project delivery and maintain the reliability and safety of railway operations.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Deliver real-time system-wide emergency response and support for geohazard incidentsincluding slope/roadbed failures debris flow/washoutsby providing engineered practical solutions to promptly restore operations
• Travel up to 50% across the CPKC network in Canada and the U.S. to oversee critical geotechnical activities and responses
• Plan coordinate manage and actively participate in routine follow-up field inspections as well as annual system-wide rock slope assessments
• Lead the planning coordination and execution of comprehensive system-wide tunnel inspections
• Manage contracts related to soil stabilization and rock slope stabilization serving as the principal CPKC technical expert for these projects
• Contribute to the development of both single-year and multi-year budget proposals for geohazard management covering risks such as soil/rock slope tunnel and debris hazards
• Perform inspections to collect information and verify contractual requirements for Capital or Special Maintenance Authority (SMA) projects
• Act as CPKCs internal geotechnical expert to complete reviews and provide advice to internal stakeholders
• Provide on-call support and emergency response to support 24/7 operations

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree inGeotechnical Engineering Geological Engineering or Civil Engineering
• Minimum E.I.T designation; ability to obtain Professional designation with experience
• Valid drivers license
• Valid passport with ability to travel to U.S./CAN without restrictions
• Minimum of 2 years of geotechnical or geological or civilengineering experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word and Outlook
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to deliver engaging presentations
• Self-starter motivated adaptable and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks effectively

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety-sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical vision hearing and a negative company drug test is required. Post-hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Drivers license verification and driving history
• Passport verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) members of the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide as appropriate upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 106133
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary AB or Toronto ON
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 50-60%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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