Director Track

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

Purpose of the Position:

As Director Track & Structures, you lead all aspects of safe, reliable infrastructure and coordinate efficient engineering services for all Track assets. You will directly provide or ensure professional oversight and compliance with corporate policy and regulatory/engineering standards.

Position Accountabilities:

• Provide oversight and deliver compliance for assigned tasks the need arises required under regulation to ensure safe and compliant infrastructure is maintained
• Ensure the application of CPKC safety practices, policies and procedures by all direct reports
• Deliver specified safety, compliance, service, and outputs/results anticipated within their geographic territory, and implements work process changes that achieve continuous improvement
• Develop and complete annual safety plans
• Leads, prioritizes, and/or implements emergency response to service interruptions for geographical territory and maintains/performs seasonal plans related to winter, spring/flood, and fire
• Implement work in alignment with labor agreements
• Establish and maintain relationships within their assigned territory that involve multiple functions and ensure clear working relationships among various customers
• Accountable for current year execution and provides information/recommendations for annual/multiyear capital planning priorities
• Coach reports to improve their effectiveness, invoke performance improvement plans, assess personal effectiveness and provide development opportunities, and promote individual career development plans for each direct report
• Accountable for the investigation of train accidents in main track and sidings, including the timely filing of cause
• Ensure infrastructure damage costs are determined and reported consistent with Transport Canada regulations for all train accidents

Position Requirements:

• Engineering Degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent experience (Exception for non-university graduates provided experience and demonstrated performance in railroad engineering)
• 10 years of industrial or construction experience
• Demonstrated knowledge in the maintenance of railway physical plant and good understanding of track maintenance, track renewal, structures maintenance and signals & communications
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements
• Demonstrated capability to apply relevant knowledge and skills to ensure alignment with CPKC policies and standards as well as requirements
• Capability to develop and manage a project plan/schedule
• Ability to simultaneously manage priorities and ensure delivery of key performance metrics during emergency and non-emergency operations
• Strong people leadership

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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

Medical Requirements:

CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety /sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

Background Investigation:

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

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Driver's License Verification
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number 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 CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Req ID: 104434

Department: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Non-Union

Location: Saratoga Springs, New York

Country: United States

% of Travel: 50-60%

# of Positions: 1

Job Grade: 2

Job Available to: Internal & External

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