PROJECT MANAGER - SIGNALS & COMMUNICATIONS
Company: Canadian Pacific Kansas City
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now
CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big
moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves
essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic
growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history
as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities
across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn
about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.PURPOSE OF THE
POSITION:A member of the S&C Engineering - Program Management
team responsible for managing capital projects (typ. $100K to $5M)
for the CPKC Signals & Communications team, including management of
corresponding internal and external resources i.e. estimating,
scheduling, design, procurement, wiring shop, construction, testing
& commissioning, as well as third party services. The full-time
position will be located in Kansas City, MO and will focus on
capital projects in the United States, with potential to support
projects in Canada and Mexico occasionally. Reports to, and
receives supervision and direction from the Director, S&C
Program Management, as well as other senior management as
appropriate from time to time.SUMMARY OF DUTIES
- OUTCOMES: Deliver capital project in line with established
outcomes including scope objectives, budget and schedule.
- PLANNING: Lead the planning and documentation of scope, budget,
schedule and manpower requirements for all capital projects in
assigned region(s).
- MONITORING: Lead the monitoring, reporting, and control of
scope, budget and schedule for all projects.
- RISK: Identify and proactively mitigate project risks, leading
team to develop solutions to problems through innovation and
creative problem solving.
- COMMUNICATION: Maintain clear communication with project
stakeholders through regular meetings, reports, on-site visits, and
ongoing discussions as required to ensure project success.
- CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Participate in continuous improvement
of associated project controls process and tools.
- PROCUREMENT: Oversee project procurement activities associated
with services and materials including negotiation, purchase orders,
expediting, and invoicing as required.
- OTHER: Other duties as assigned from time to time.POSITION
ACCOUNTABILITIES:Executes planning, monitoring, reporting and
optimizing capital projects in accordance with S&C policies and
procedures.
- OUTCOMES: Deliver capital project in line with established
outcomes including scope objectives, budget and schedule.
- SCOPE: Prepare scope of work based on contributions from
project stakeholders, and coordinating activities such as
pre-design, site surveys, and meetings.
- ESTIMATES: Oversee preparation and review of estimates for
projects, and submission of funding requests (internal and
external).
- COST: Conduct forecast of project cashflow and forecasts at
completion for planning, control, and variance reporting
purposes.
- SCHEDULE: Develop detailed execution plans with stakeholders,
and establish schedule benchmarks for planning, control and
variance reporting purposes.
- REPORTING: Prepare, analyze and distribute regular project
reporting and conduct associated review meetings.
- CONTRACTS: Participate in the execution of third party service
contracts including definition of scope, solicitation and
comparison of bids, and coordination of purchase
orders/invoices.
- PROCUREMENT: Oversee project material procurement, reporting,
expediting and logistics activities for external suppliers and
internal inventory.
- JOINT: Participate in development/execution of projects with
other railroads.
- EMERGENCY: Acts as storm desk coordinator as required.
- ACCOUNTING: Support accounting activities such as invoice
review, accruals, goods receipt etc.
- RISK: Identify and proactively mitigate project risks, and
prepare and implement change requests in accordance with change
management protocols as required.
- RECORD KEEPING: Update address/asset records, create change
notifications, and generate reports associated with PTC/ITCM/ATC
locations, and general orders.
- FILING: Create and maintain project documentation in accordance
with filing standards.
- PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT: Work with standards group to identify and
implement product improvement opportunities.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Professional Engineering (PE or P.Eng) desired.
- Minimum 5 years related experience in electrical design and
installation.
- Certification in Project Management or equivalent
experience.
- Railroad or transportation experience, with understanding of
federal, state, and local law and regulations (i.e. FRA, OSHA, and
DOT).
- Innovative, strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Computer skills: SAP, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project,
Filemaker Pro.
- Experience in operations, maintenance and construction
projects.
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills required.WHAT
CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
- Flexible and competitive benefits package.
- Employer Funded Retirement Plan.
- Employee Share Purchase Plan.
- Performance Incentive Program.
- Annual Fitness Subsidy.
- Part-time Studies Program.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:As an employer
with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the
location of your position may be changed based on organizational
requirements.Medical Requirements:
Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of
being considered for an interview Read the complete job description
below.
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to
protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the
environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and
safe workplace. CPKC's Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures
support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive
position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that
includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit
assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also
required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee
Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the
training process before receiving final qualification for the
position.Background Investigation:The successful candidate will
need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check.
- Reference check.
- Education verification.
- Driver's License Verification.
- Last 3 years of driving history.
- Last 7 years of employment history; includes military
service.
- Social Security number verification.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.CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
- Req ID: 103565.
- Department: Engineering.
- Job Type: Full-Time.
- Position Type: Non-Union.
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Country: United States.
- % of Travel: 30-40%.
- # of Positions: 1.
- Job Available to: Internal & External.
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