Senior Manager, Engineering Programs

CN; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Engineering Programs to lead a dynamic team overseeing capital planning and budget management. This role offers the opportunity to impact project estimation processes, ensure compliance with financial standards, and mentor staff in a collaborative environment. Join a company committed to safety and sustainability, where your contributions will help shape the future of transportation across Canada and the U.S. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in management with expertise in project and budget management.
• Knowledge of railway engineering and financial best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project budgets and ensure compliance with financial standards.
• Generate financial reports and manage team operations for efficiency.

Skills

Management

Project Management

Budget Management

Financial Analysis

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional designation (e.g., MBA, CPA)

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Tableau

Power BI

SAP BW

Business Objects

Job description

At CN, every day 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 paid training and opportunities that build long-term careers, and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will 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 Manager, Engineering Programs is responsible for leading a team of managers and officers overseeing CN’s Basic Capital plan budget. The role maintains project estimation processes, supervises CN’s Engineering Capital Planning System (ECPS), ensures budget compliance and forecasting, issues regular cost reports, supports multi-year Capital budgets, and maintains compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and U.S. GAAP standards.

Main Responsibilities

Current Year Budget Oversight

• Oversee work order and network management within SAP modules (e.g., PS, PM).
• Guide project management processes aligning with organizational goals.
• Develop and update project budgets and forecasts, recommending improvements to Senior Management.
• Perform cost and variance analysis for financial accuracy.
• Ensure project reviews comply with SOX controls and engineering standards.
• Lead corrective actions related to labor, materials, invoices, and productivity.

Multi-year CapEx Plan

• Collaborate with Finance to establish the overall Capital envelope with detailed planning.
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, and Engineering to develop detailed project cost estimates in ECPS, including unit costs.

Reporting and Systems

• Generate and distribute financial and productivity reports regularly and as needed.
• Create reports for various organizational levels, including the Board.
• Work with I&T and Engineering teams as the primary owner of ECPS to ensure system alignment and functionality.

Compliance

• Ensure SOX and Capital Guidelines compliance by teams and field staff.
• Review and update SOX controls with Finance and Accounting.
• Support external and internal audits.

People Management

• Manage daily team operations for efficiency.
• Mentor staff and guide stakeholders on project tasks.
• Cover operational tasks during absences to ensure performance continuity.

Working Conditions

The role involves standard office work with a regular schedule, but may require long hours, night shifts, and weekends. The incumbent must meet tight deadlines, handle stress, and travel minimally (10%) within Canada and the U.S.

Requirements

Experience

• 5-10 years in management, preferably in finance or railroad industries, with project and budget management expertise.
• Knowledge of railway engineering (e.g., tracks, signals, bridges).
• Experience with report building in Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI, SAP BW, and Business Objects.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or equivalent.
• Professional designation (e.g., MBA, CPA, P. Eng., PMP) is an asset.

Core Competencies

• Leadership in safety and security.
• Environmental consideration in decision-making.
• Active listening and stakeholder needs assessment.
• Collaboration and information sharing.
• Delegation, empowerment, and accountability.
• Inspirational leadership and impactful communication.
• Agility, change management, and self and team development.

Technical Skills

• Strong computer skills and knowledge of productivity metrics and unit costing.
• Understanding of financial, accounting, and project management best practices.
• Industry-specific railway engineering knowledge or equivalent.

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader connecting Canada and the U.S., transporting over 300 million tons of goods annually across a 19,500-mile network. Committed to safety, sustainability, and community prosperity since 1919, CN is dedicated to social responsibility and operational excellence. Join us as ONE TEAM focused on safety, sustainability, and customer service.