Field Manager Geotechnical Engineering

CPKC; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

CPKC in Kansas City seeks a Geotechnical Engineering Field Manager to lead geotechnical projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 8 years of experience.

This role requires strong communication and management skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position involves significant travel across the CPKC network in the U.S. and Canada.

CPKC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of geotechnical or geological engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng or P.E).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of geotechnical projects.
• Coordinate field inspections and contract management.
• Provide emergency response for geohazard incidents.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Incident response management

Education

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

Job description

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting the 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

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.
• Geotechnical 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
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
• Social Security Number 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).