Director, Railway Engineering

Company Description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. 

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers.  

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. 

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to. 

Welcome to CIMA+ 

Job Description

CIMA+’s Transportation team have created a reputation for excellence within the transportation sector by successfully delivering thousands of projects over the past 30 years. Our talented engineers can lead any type of project, regardless of its complexity and scale. The team draws on a reservoir of diverse experience that includes planning, design, inspection, construction management, and infrastructure reconstruction in both rural and urban environments. We take a wholistic approach to transportation projects that minimizes the environmental footprint, promotes sustainable growth, and supports resilient communities. Our innovative solutions integrate all modes of transportation, so motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists co-exist safely and travel efficiently. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

As the Director of Railway Engineering – Western Canada you will be instrumental in the expansion of our Railway Engineering services across Western Canada, and will be responsible for growing, expanding and engaging a Railway Team in the region. You will also be involved in the various stages of designing, managing and implementing projects for our customers, such as CN, CP, Rio Tinto, Transport Canada and EXO. 

We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work from home and from one of our offices in Saskatchewan and Alberta. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage the current team in delivery of ongoing mandates and work collaboratively and efficiently with the other CIMA+ Railway teams. 
• Engage with other CIMA+ business lines to identify and pursue multidisciplinary opportunities including mining, ports and marine, green transition, EV, transit, and other disciplines. 
• Identify and lead strategic development initiatives with a Railway focus on Western Canada for local and regional clients and objectives.  
• Provide thought leadership, regulatory oversight and mentorship to the developing team and continue effective growth strategies. 
• Supervise work performed by the team, including quality control, collaboration with CIMA+ railway teams and technical project delivery.  

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Civil Engineering program with 10+ years of exposure and experience in the railway engineering and construction industry.  
• Professional Engineer registered or eligible to be registered in your home province and eligible for Inter-Association Mobility registration in the adjacent Western Canada provinces. 
• Demonstrated strong understanding of the local market including future influences and trends, with a focus on railways and industrial clients. 
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in personnel and performance management, decision making, client and change management, employee development, and team building  
• Knowledge of railway standards, requirements and technical design parameters is a requirement. 

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. 

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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