Utilities Management Supervisor

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

As the primary coordinator for third-party utility permits across our rail network, you will manage both the technical and administrative aspects of the permitting process. This position is responsible for ensuring complete adherence to all relevant federal regulations and standards, including those set by Transport Canada, the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA), and CPKC’s own specifications.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Review and approve utility crossings while administering permits and agreements
• Carry out site inspections to ensure installations meet regulatory compliance and safety standards
• Task a CPKC Engineering service provider to supervise geotechnical installations and collaborating on pre-construction planning
• Serve as primary contact for emergencies related to utility installation, property access, utility related incidents such as watermain breaks and gas leaks etc.
• Deliver rotating emergency on-call support to maintain uninterrupted operational coverage across network
• Manage right-of-entry permits and issue agreements for surveying, geotechnical investigations, and heavy equipment use within railway right-of-way
• Maintain customer accounts and billing data in SAP including updates and coding for invoicing
• Respond promptly to applicant inquiries and coordinate with Legal and Risk Management to ensure compliance with all insurance and permitting requirements
• Screen, manage, and prioritize third-party utility requests received through the Utilities_RequestsCanada@CPKCR.com portal

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Civil-Corridor/Right of Way disciplines, or equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of formal education or certifications
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in utilities management; preference given to candidates with background in gas, hydro, or telecommunications sectors
• Valid driver’s license required
• Valid passport and ability to travel between the U.S. and Canada
• Fluency in both English and French, with strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven planning, organizational, and negotiation abilities
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of excelling in a fast-paced environment with effective multitasking skills
• Proficient in SAP, Excel, AutoCAD, and other relevant computer applications

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 [CAN SC AND SS ONLY]

This is a [safety critical/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

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 provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 105083
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Montreal, Quebec
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 30-40%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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