Senior Officer, Public Works
Apply NowCompany: Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
Location: Stevens Point, WI 54481
Description:
Hiring Salary Range : 85,500.00 - 112,000.00
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
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!
Job Summary
The Senior Officer, Public Works acts as railway liaison between municipalities, road authorities, Federal and State agencies, industry, and general applicants responding to applications, requests, and concerns. The role requires to actively negotiate and prepare agreements for construction and maintenance of associated projects. Acting as a railway authority with governing authorities, the incumbent must be available for general meetings, inspections and respond to official notices and general concerns. Furthermore, the role acts as the lead CN contact for Public Works within the region. The position provides support and direction on regulatory matters to internal and external parties and ensures crossing compliance by means of the survey, inspection, crossing program management, follow-up reporting and organize the mitigation efforts.
Main Responsibilities
Railway Liaison
Draft, review and provide content for correspondence to both internal and external stakeholders (e.g., letter, notices, agreements, contracts) and implement changes
Act as a resource to teams and provide guidance on responses
Act as prime contact for Public Affairs and Federal/State/local Agencies for regional issues
Coordinate with Road Authorities to modify public crossings
Work with the external parties as CN's main point of contact to establish a plan
Handle and supervise right of entry permit applications from third parties or contractors working on CN property
Handle and supervise all public and private crossing, quiet zones, and trespassing issues
Collaborate with municipalities to implement a solution to cease trespassing issues
Public Works Regulatory Support
Oversee funding programs, including recoverable crossing program and other tasks
Provide quality control for assignments
Review and coordinate approvals of the Manager, Public Works (MPW)
Lead coordination with other CN resources such as Track, Signals and Communication, Bridges and Structures as well as Flagging for regional items
Work with Manager, Public Works to manage projects internally, or retain services of consultants
Coordinate accounting requirements for CN's capital, operating or recoverable projects
Support MPW in day-to-day operations and vacation relief
Safety Crossing Compliance
Ensure compliance of new and modified crossings and maintain inventory of all crossings, both at-grade and separated, on public and private roads for the territory.
Manage project origination of crossing installations and improvements, including the submissions of estimates, agreements, and billing.
Follow up with CN Engineering Supervisors to update files and records
Act as the CN representative with Federal/State/local Agencies to improve railway and public safety
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) to field and construction sites as well as attending third-party offices. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences.
Requirements
Experience
Minimum 5 years experience in railroad industry, engineering function preferred.
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Innovates
Sets direction and inspires others
Communicates with impact
Collaborates with others and shares information
Solves problems to create value
Develops self and others
Leads by example for the safety and security of all
Considers ESG principles in all operations
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of track design, material, and construction practices
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Basic engineering knowledge including reading and reviewing plans
Knowledge of railroads, their regulations and operating rules as well as an understanding of third party's requirements within CN
Knowledge of CN's practices for internal approvals, accounting, and funding requirements
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
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!
Job Summary
The Senior Officer, Public Works acts as railway liaison between municipalities, road authorities, Federal and State agencies, industry, and general applicants responding to applications, requests, and concerns. The role requires to actively negotiate and prepare agreements for construction and maintenance of associated projects. Acting as a railway authority with governing authorities, the incumbent must be available for general meetings, inspections and respond to official notices and general concerns. Furthermore, the role acts as the lead CN contact for Public Works within the region. The position provides support and direction on regulatory matters to internal and external parties and ensures crossing compliance by means of the survey, inspection, crossing program management, follow-up reporting and organize the mitigation efforts.
Main Responsibilities
Railway Liaison
Draft, review and provide content for correspondence to both internal and external stakeholders (e.g., letter, notices, agreements, contracts) and implement changes
Act as a resource to teams and provide guidance on responses
Act as prime contact for Public Affairs and Federal/State/local Agencies for regional issues
Coordinate with Road Authorities to modify public crossings
Work with the external parties as CN's main point of contact to establish a plan
Handle and supervise right of entry permit applications from third parties or contractors working on CN property
Handle and supervise all public and private crossing, quiet zones, and trespassing issues
Collaborate with municipalities to implement a solution to cease trespassing issues
Public Works Regulatory Support
Oversee funding programs, including recoverable crossing program and other tasks
Provide quality control for assignments
Review and coordinate approvals of the Manager, Public Works (MPW)
Lead coordination with other CN resources such as Track, Signals and Communication, Bridges and Structures as well as Flagging for regional items
Work with Manager, Public Works to manage projects internally, or retain services of consultants
Coordinate accounting requirements for CN's capital, operating or recoverable projects
Support MPW in day-to-day operations and vacation relief
Safety Crossing Compliance
Ensure compliance of new and modified crossings and maintain inventory of all crossings, both at-grade and separated, on public and private roads for the territory.
Manage project origination of crossing installations and improvements, including the submissions of estimates, agreements, and billing.
Follow up with CN Engineering Supervisors to update files and records
Act as the CN representative with Federal/State/local Agencies to improve railway and public safety
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) to field and construction sites as well as attending third-party offices. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences.
Requirements
Experience
Minimum 5 years experience in railroad industry, engineering function preferred.
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Innovates
Sets direction and inspires others
Communicates with impact
Collaborates with others and shares information
Solves problems to create value
Develops self and others
Leads by example for the safety and security of all
Considers ESG principles in all operations
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of track design, material, and construction practices
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Basic engineering knowledge including reading and reviewing plans
Knowledge of railroads, their regulations and operating rules as well as an understanding of third party's requirements within CN
Knowledge of CN's practices for internal approvals, accounting, and funding requirements
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.