Project Manager

Cando Rail & Terminals; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules

Technical and Leadership Training

Award Winning Safety Culture

Employee Ownership Program

Group Life, AD&D, LTD

Flexible Health & Dental Benefits

Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9+1

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals seeks a Project Manager/Project Engineer to oversee end-to-end planning and execution of capital projects for rail infrastructure in North America. You will coordinate safety, budgets, schedules, design, permitting, procurement, construction, and reporting with internal and external clients.

The role reports to the General Manager of Infrastructure Development and requires leadership, risk management, and strong communication across diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and PE preferred.
• Minimum 7 years in railway industry with construction oversight and PM experience.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of projects from conception to construction and commissioning.
• Monitor consultant/contractor performance to prevent delays or budget overruns.
• Coordinate design through construction, ensuring contract terms, standards, and budgets are met.
• Review drawings for accuracy and completeness of specifications.
• Lead planning meetings and provide on-site supervision as needed.
• Manage sourcing, tendering, evaluation, and award processes for rail-related procurements.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders, clients, engineers, and third parties.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Schedule & cost control

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The Project Manager/Project Engineer - Infrastructure Development is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end planning and execution of multiple capital projects for internal and external clients. If you enjoy working within a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more.

Cando Advantages

• Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
• Award Winning Safety Culture
• Employee Ownership Program
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

The Project Manager/Project Engineer - Infrastructure Development is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end planning and execution of multiple capital projects for internal and external clients. This role reports to the General Manager of Infrastructure Development and involves all or parts of managing safety, budgets, schedules, design, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and progress reporting for railway infrastructure projects in North America.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for projects through all phases, including preparation of conceptual studies, site reconnaissance, cost estimation, responding to third-party RFPs, scheduling, engineering design, and technical documentation.
• Monitor and evaluate consultant and contractor performance, identifying and resolving potential issues to prevent project delays or budget overruns. This includes providing detailed reviews and feedback on third party work products.
• Coordinate and manage projects from initial design through construction, ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions, standards, best practices, budgets, timelines.
• Review engineering drawings and ensure accuracy and completeness of specifications.
• Foster a positive team culture and maintain productive relationships.
• Lead planning and coordination meetings.
• Provide on-site supervision as necessary.
• Oversee competitive sourcing, tendering, evaluation, and award processes for materials, equipment, and services specific to rail and/or infrastructure projects; including production of forms and templates.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with internal stakeholders, external clients, engineers, consultants, contractors, and third-party entities (government agencies, municipalities, utility providers, public, etc.).

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership in creating a respectful and collaborative work environment.
• Strong understanding of project management and construction management methodologies for civil and track projects, from investigation through to execution and administration.
• Proactive in identifying project risks, opportunities for design improvements, construction efficiencies, and cost savings.
• Ability to meet project deadlines and operational requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of railway engineering requirements, safety regulations, environmental guidelines, and regulatory processes across the United States.
• Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD (Civil 3D), and Bluebeam.

Physical/Travel Requirements

• This is a fully remote position though preference will be given to candidates residing in the Houston, Texas area.
• Candidates must reside in and be authorized to work from a location within the contiguous United States.
• Travel is anticipated to average between 15-30% but can be over 40% at times depending upon team needs. Travel is typically during the week.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to work in safety critical environments throughout North America.
• Frequent site visits to railway and industrial facilities, which require walking on uneven ground, climbing stairs/ladders, and other similar activities

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in the railway industry, with emphasis on construction oversight, administration, and project management.
• Experience managing teams working collaboratively on projects.
• Experience in topographic surveying, track, road, and municipal design requirements.
• Proven track record in researching, authoring, and contributing to formal written reports.

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required.