.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 us and mexico.
be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network.
*description*this position is responsible for project design definition, planning, budgeting, sourcing materials and working with roadmasters to ensure timely design and execution of projects*accountabilities*- obtains the permits and licensing for kcsm and kcs engineering projects determined to be built.- designs the projects insuring they meets kcs standards.- develops conceptual designs, budgets and feasibility studies to implement and develop railroad projects in united states and mexico.- keeps actualized track charts and mapping information for kcsm system.- evaluates outside railroad projects, determine feasibility implementation with kcsm operations.- understands the relevant business metrics and applies effective tactics to sustain a culture of operational effectiveness that produces teams of high performing, engaged and empowered operational leaders.- identifies when a rule/regulation/policy has been violated and has one-on-one accountability conversations with an individual who has not met expectations, using kcs candor, aligning the stars & kcs abc's, and have the individual produce better results.- defines and communicates clearly the teams roles and responsibilities; holds people accountable for accomplishing objectives; recognizes and rewards people who achieve results and deliver on performance expectations; provides pinpointed (specific & measurable) feedback on performance.- develops and retains a strong team of high performers; creates a challenging and rewarding work environment; organizes a diverse group of people into a cohesive team to leverage their energy, knowledge and skills; creates grassroots / localized events to train & develop others - including location-specific safety training, localized speak up events, regular recognition or team-building activities.- exemplifies company vision, values, and culture interactions with coworkers, business partners, customers and stakeholders.
*required*- bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job related major field of study- minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience*preferred*- previous kansas city southern experience*working conditions*- shift work is an essential function of this job.
employees must have the ability and willingness to support critically important railroad operations 24 hours per day/7 days per week, working various shifts as assigned