Project Manager

Cando Rail & Terminals

Project Manager developing and executing strategies for operations in rail services company. Collaborating on project life cycle activities and maintaining strong team dynamics.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeWinnipeg • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute strategies for new and existing operations throughout the company.
Be involved in all aspects and phases of the project life cycle including the technical assistance in the development of project proposals, design, build, troubleshooting, project organization, and operational startup and transition activities throughout the Cando network.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and have the ability to travel away from home
Support the execution or implementation of new business opportunities working with the Project Management team
Track all customer interactions including credentials and skills
Build and maintain positive and healthy relationships with all stakeholders and promote harmonious employee/customer/contractor relations while guiding and coaching employees, supervisors, and other managers
Must have experience / working knowledge of the Metrolinx and GO Transit operations within the GTA.
Must have experience / working knowledge of both CN & CPKC operations within the GTA.
Must have railway operations and maintenance experience.
Planning & Service Delivery Provide technical input in the development of company proposals, including costing, schedules, schematics and conceptual drawings
Ensure the project scope is established and clearly articulated to all stakeholders
Coordinate and oversee initial planning, design, preparation, execution, and closeout phases of projects under the Project Management Team
Engage and communicate with stakeholders, as required
Lead others in the implementation of new innovative work environments and ensure awareness on project initiatives, decisions, policies, etc.
Conduct field activities including site set up, support, visits, and investigations
Review and comment on existing processes and operations
Provide opinion and recommendations with regards to efficiency opportunities and improvements throughout the project life cycle
Identify, vet and manage suppliers, engineering firms, consultants and subcontractors in all aspects to support the project including financial implications, Contractor Management programs, contract negotiations and maintain all documentation
Execute and manage regulatory compliance, HAZOP, risk assessment, monitoring and maintaining all related HSSE policies
Create and implement work systems and procedures as necessary for operational handover and provide adequate training to site supervisory team
Maintain timelines, budgets, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction
Implement and execute project management best practices and disciplines
Monitor and control all aspects of the project execution
Identify and implement mitigations to maintain project scope
Implement plans for managing risk and ensures risk is appropriately mitigated
Develop short and long-term goals with objectives for the project and ensure employees and/or subcontractors have the understanding, skills, training, and resources to achieve these objectives
Ensure efficient work systems and procedures are in place for the project and help Site Supervisors make adjustments if necessary
Familiar with project management software (Aconex)
Familiar with ISNetworld.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
Award Winning Safety Culture
Employee Ownership Program
Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
Flexible Health & Dental Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementrailway operationsmaintenance experiencecostingschedulesschematicsconceptual drawingsregulatory compliancerisk assessmentHSSE policies

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcoachingcommunicationleadershipstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingorganizational skillsteam managementdecision-makingefficiency improvement