Project Manager

Project Manager is a highly motivated, self-starter responsible; in conjunction with the Senior Project Manager and the Business Development and Project teams; to develop and execute strategies for new and existing operations throughout the company. If you enjoy working within a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

• 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


• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

Job Description

The Project Manager is a highly motivated, self-starter responsible; in conjunction with the Senior Project Manager and the Business Development and Project teams; to develop and execute strategies for new and existing operations throughout the company. The Project Manager will be involved in all aspects and phases of the project life cycle, including the technical assistance in the development of project proposals, design, build, trouble shooting, project organization and operational start up and transition activities throughout the Cando network.

Roles & Responsibilities

• 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 will 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 withing 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.

Management & Administration

• Responsible and accountable to maintain quality, scope and financial aspects of a project


• Monitor project budget details and expenses


• Create, track, and maintain financial records, reports, and processes as required


• Work with appropriate stakeholders to prepare plans, specification, estimates, and site safety and emergency plans


• Provide leadership by fostering continuous improvement, workplace safety and health, and problem-solving initiatives

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize workload leading to successful execution of projects in a dynamic environment


• Demonstrate strong leadership qualities including communication, motivational support, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills


• Working knowledge of project management principles and Cando’s service delivery practices


• Advanced computer skills with ability to learn, implement, and share new processes and technologies


• Awareness of lean management principals and concepts


• Ability to hold and maintain all required certifications and licenses required to execute responsibilities, including CROR and driving license


• Ability to travel to various locations throughout the Canada and the US

Education & Experience

• Experience working in project execution in an industrial and/or rail environment


• Experience working with financial information, interpreting budgets and bid and/or tender documents


• Background in establishing new business and building teams


• Diploma in Business or Project Management is preferred

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.