Senior Project Manager

Canadian Railway Services; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail services is seeking a Senior Project Manager based in Montreal. The role involves managing complex rail projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring project delivery aligns with objectives. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business, preferably with PMP certification and experience in the rail or manufacturing sectors.

Benefits

Exceptional Growth Opportunities

Direct collaboration with executives

Impact on growth trajectory

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in project management.
• Experience in manufacturing or transportation environments.
• Bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major rail projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.

Skills

Project Planning

Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

PMP certification (or in progress)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

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Location: Canada – Based in Montreal (travel and field presence required)

About the Company

At CRWS, we don’t just deliver engineering services — we build the future of railways. As a dynamic and fast-growing firm, we specialize in rolling stock, rail infrastructure, and project management solutions across North America. We are committed to technical excellence, sustainable mobility, and creating a team of forward-thinking professionals ready to shape the future of transportation.

The Vision

As part of our growth, CRWS is strengthening its Project Management Office (PMO) to support the delivery of increasingly complex projects across the rail sector. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager who will lead large-scale initiatives and play a key role in ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction.

The Role

Reporting to the PMO Director and collaborating with engineering, production, and client teams, the Senior Project Manager will lead major rail projects and contribute to the refinement of our project management practices and tools.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Critical Projects:

• Manage end-to-end delivery of key projects, primarily in manufacturing environments such as rolling stock modernization, refurbishment, or new builds.
• Ensure alignment with project objectives in terms of scope, cost, schedule, and quality.

Project Planning & Monitoring:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Track progress and implement corrective actions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Multidisciplinary Coordination:

• Lead and align cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, quality, logistics, and procurement.
• Facilitate effective collaboration between internal departments and external stakeholders.

Bid & Proposal Support:

• Participate in bid preparation: define project scopes, schedules, resource plans, and cost estimates.
• Contribute to technical and project strategies during tender submissions.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal leadership.

Field Leadership:

• Maintain a regular presence on project sites and manufacturing facilities to ensure alignment and address issues in real time.
• Actively support execution teams in resolving operational challenges.

Requirements:

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• PMP certification (or in progress) is strongly preferred

• Additional training or certification in project management tools is an asset

Experience:

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in project management

• Experience working in manufacturing, transportation, or rolling stock environments

• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams across engineering, production, planning, quality, and procurement

• Experience contributing to bids and tenders for large-scale projects (scope definition, scheduling, costing)

• Experience across all project phases, including engineering, material acquisition, production, quality assurance, and commissioning

Skills and Attributes:

• Proficient user of MS Project or other project planning tools (Primavera, etc.)

• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities

• Excellent problem-solving skills and decision-making under pressure

• Client-focused with strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly organized, with solid skills in scheduling, risk management, budgeting, and reporting

• Comfortable working in shop floor and field environments

• Fully bilingual (French and English), both spoken and written

Mobility:

• Willingness to travel approximately once a month or more if needed.

Your Profile

You are a hands-on project manager with a drive for results and operational excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments where precision, collaboration, and execution are key. You enjoy leading teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and delivering impactful rail or infrastructure projects. You’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, make a difference, and grow with a company on the rise.

Why Join CRWS?

At CRWS, you’ll find:

• Exceptional Growth Opportunities: Fast career progression and potential for future partnership or equity.

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Work directly with executives to build something unique and lasting.

• Real Impact: Your leadership will directly drive our growth trajectory and market expansion.

• Dynamic Environment: Join a team of ambitious professionals focused on excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

If you are looking for more than just a role — if you want to build a legacy, grow a business, and lead in a booming sector — then CRWS is your next move.

Join us. Build the future. Shape the railway industry. Grow with us.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Rail Transportation

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