Manager Bridge Maintenance - Port Coquitlam

• Req ID: 83125
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 40-50%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Available to: Internal & External
• Deadline to apply: 03/01/2021

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP. For more on our purpose, culture, and strategy, visit cpr.ca/en/about-cp.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Manager Bridge Maintenance will be responsible for ensuring the inspection, maintenance and construction of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other railway structures including buildings and other facilities in accordance with the requirements of CP’s standards and any other applicable regulating/governing organizations. The successful candidate will oversee a staff of unionized employees to ensure safety and productivity in full compliance with standards, policies, regulations and operating rules. In addition, the individual will provide leadership to help ensure the safe, reliable and cost effective operation of the railway as it relates to the Structures Department.

 POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Inspect bridges, culverts, retaining walls, Structures and Facilities in accordance with all applicable Regulatory and CP Policies and procedures;
• Heavily involved in the development and execution of multi-year construction and maintenance plans for assigned territory;
• Project Management of bridge, culvert, retaining wall, tunnel repair/replacement projects;
• Ensure the application of CP safety practices, policies and procedures by all direct reports;
• Develop and execute Safety Programs to ensure that employees work in a safe and approved manner (compliance with Policies, SPC’s, Work practices);
• Ensure that work is carried out in a manner that complies with applicable collective bargaining agreements;
• Supervise and lead staff to ensure the safe and effective execution of work;
• Responsible for cost effective management and delivery of Capital, Programmed Expense and Operating budgets;
• Liaise and Co-ordinate with regulatory agencies, third parties and other CP departments to ensure the timely execution of Structures maintenance and project work;
• Work interdependently with other CP operating departments and internal customers.
• Accountable for current year execution and provides information/recommendations for annual/multiyear capital planning priorities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent;
• 3 to 5 years’ of working knowledge in Engineering (Engineer/Technologist) is preferred;
• 5 years’ experience in construction considered an asset;
• Minimum 5 years’ of previous railway experience;
• Must be or become a qualified bridge inspector;
• Effective communication skills, written/oral and understanding of computer systems;
• Strong Leadership skills;
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills;
• Capability to develop and manage a project plan/schedule;
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, budgets, or financial statements;
• Ability to work with people, with integrity.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program 
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Medical Requirements:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CP. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers,  communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a  healthy and safe workplace. CP’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and  Procedures”) support these commitments.All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision,

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:      

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Driver’s License Verification

Management Conductor Program:

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

CP is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ("PIPEDA").