Railway Infrastructure Contract Manager

3 days ago

Ottawa, ON, Canada VIA Rail Canada Full-time $90,000 - $120,000 Contract

Manage railway infrastructure contracts for VIA Rail in Montreal or Ottawa, combining project coordination, technical oversight, and field-based maintenance monitoring.

As Specialist, Railway Infrastructure, you will administer Maintenance-of-Way contracts for mainline corridors. You will coordinate contractor activities, review work orders and invoices, and monitor infrastructure specialties including tracks, signals, bridges, culverts, and level crossings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer Maintenance-of-Way contracts for mainline corridors
  • Monitor quality, costs, deadlines, and contractual objectives
  • Approve work orders and track contractor invoicing
  • Coordinate operational calls and monthly working committees
  • Manage OPEX priorities across infrastructure disciplines

Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years of railway industry experience
  • Minimum two years of project management experience
  • Knowledge of railway infrastructure theory and inspection
  • Knowledge of Transport Canada, AREMA, or CN/CP standards
  • Excellent English and French proficiency

Bring railway infrastructure expertise, contract administration, and decisive project coordination to VIA Rail’s mainline maintenance programs.