Manager Production Bridge Work

Canadian Pacific Railway; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway in Calgary seeks a Front-Line Engineering Leader to oversee bridge and culvert construction projects, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence. This role will guide cross-functional teams and contractor partners to deliver reliable rail infrastructure.

You will collaborate with procurement and operations, drive safety practices, and mentor staff to maintain and improve the efficiency of our rail network across North America.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of railroad bridge construction experience.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to guide multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience managing budgets and procurement processes for construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bridge and culvert construction projects, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate with Procurement to issue RFPs and select contractors.
• Plan track block schedules with Operations and monitor project progress.
• Ensure environmental requirements are met and safety testing is performed.
• Assist in audits to verify work completed to CPKC standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Safety compliance

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. 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

Take on a leadership role within CPKC’s Engineering Department and help shape the future of our rail network. As a front-line leader, you will oversee bridge and culvert construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget in accordance with CPKC standards. You’ll cultivate a culture of safety, reliability, and excellence by guiding both CPKC and contractor teams and supporting the efficient movement of our railway network. This role offers a meaningful challenge and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on North America’s premier rail infrastructure. Join us to advance your career as a valued member of our Engineering Department.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work with CPKC’s Procurement Team to develop and issue construction Request for Proposals (RFPs) and select contractors
• Direct the scheduling, execution and material ordering for bridge and culvert construction projects
• Plan and coordinate track block plans with Operations department
• Track and manage bridge and culvert construction projects within assigned budgets
• Conduct safety testing of bridge and culvert contractors to verify adherence with CPKC safety and policy requirements
• Conduct audits of bridge and culvert projects to verify work completion in accordance with CPKC standards
• Ensure compliance with environmental requirements and work with Environmental Team to plan work

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum of 4 years of railroad bridge construction experience
• Valid passport with ability to travel to U.S./CAN without restrictions is an asset
• Ability to effectively manage budgets and work with Procurement Team to issue construction RFPs and select contractors
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with coworkers to support effective execution of bridge and culvert construction projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with proficiency in computer systems
• Participate in on-call schedule for emergency response, ensuring operational coverage

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

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.

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history

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 provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).