Field Manager Geotechnical Engineering

CPKC

Toronto

On-site

CAD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

CPKC is hiring a Geotechnical Engineering Field Manager to lead planning, inspection, design, and execution of complex geotechnical projects ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across North American railway operations.

The role requires a professional engineer designation, extensive geotechnical experience, and frequent field work with up to 50% travel. Toronto or Calgary-based, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Geological, or Civil Engineering.
Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng in Canada or P.E in the U.S.).
Geological knowledge of field design and execution.
Valid driver's license.
Passport with ability to travel to U.S./Canada.
Minimum 8 years geotechnical/geological engineering experience.
Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel/Word/Outlook).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-starter, adaptable, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Provide real-time, system-wide emergency support for geohazard incidents with engineered solutions.
Travel up to 50% across Canada and the U.S. to oversee geotechnical activities.
Plan and participate in routine field inspections and rock slope assessments.
Lead system-wide tunnel inspections.
Manage contracts for soil and rock slope stabilization as the technical expert.
Contribute to budget proposals for geohazard management.
Inspect to verify contractual requirements for SMA projects.
Provide internal geotechnical guidance to stakeholders.
Offer on-call support for 24/7 operations.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Strong communication

Incident response

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Posting Start Date: 6/24/26

Join CPKC, North America’s 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, you’re not just building a career—you’re 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 CPKC’s 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 incidents—including slope/roadbed failures, debris flow/washouts—by 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 CPKC’s 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:

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering designation, P.Eng. for Canada or P.E for U.S

Geological knowledge of design and execution in the field

Valid driver's license

Valid passport with ability to travel to U.S./CAN without restrictions

Minimum of 8 years of geotechnical or geological engineering experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Proven track record in managing incident response operations

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

Driver’s 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).