Senior Track Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Flexible benefits

Employee recognition

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Calgary seeks a Senior Rail Infrastructure Lead to drive all track work across ballasted, embedded, slab track and switches & crossings. You will lead design reviews, coordinate with consultants, respond to RFIs, and support construction on-site to ensure designs meet specifications.

You bring 10+ years in rail, P.Eng. licensure, and experience on LRT or major transit projects in Canada, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed P.Eng. with a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Railway Engineering.
• 10+ years of rail infrastructure experience, including 5+ years in track construction/management.
• Experience on LRT or major transit projects in Canada or similar jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of P3/AFP delivery models and AREMA, Transport Canada, and CSA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all track work: ballasted, embedded, slab track, switches & crossings.
• Oversee design reviews and coordinate with consultants to ensure standards compliance.
• Respond to RFIs/TQs and provide technical guidance to contractors and field teams.
• Support construction by resolving on-site issues and aligning work with approved designs.
• Monitor daily construction progress, safety, quality, schedule, and coordination.
• Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, method statements, and ITPs.
• Provide reporting, manage risks and issues, and ensure regulatory/compliance requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Railway Engineering

Licensed P.Eng.

Job description

Your role

• Lead and manage all track work, including ballasted, embedded, slab track, and switches & crossings.
• Oversee design reviews and coordinate with consultants to ensure compliance with standards and interface requirements.
• Respond to RFIs/TQs and provide clear technical guidance to contractors and field teams.
• Support construction by resolving on‑site issues and ensuring work aligns with approved designs and specifications.
• Monitor daily construction progress, safety, quality, schedule, and inter‑discipline coordination.
• Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, method statements, and ITPs.
• Provide reporting, manage risks and issues, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and project requirements.

About You

• Licensed P.Eng. with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Railway Engineering
• 10+ years of rail infrastructure experience, including 5+ years in track construction or management.
• Experience on LRT or major transit projects in Canada or similar jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of P3/AFP delivery models and strong understanding of AREMA, Transport Canada, and CSA standards.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; PMP or equivalent certification is an asset.

Rewards & Benefits

• Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
• Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
• And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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