Lead and support Rail Fleet initiatives through the full project lifecycle, including scope definition, schedule and cost control, risk management, quality assurance, performance monitoring, and reporting.

Work closely with cross ‑functional internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external partners to coordinate project activities, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with Fleet and organizational objectives.

Support delivery of key Fleet programs, including new fleet procurement, alternative propulsion and decarbonization initiatives (e.g., battery ‑hybrid locomotives), and lifecycle performance improvement projects.

Establish and maintain project governance structures, including dashboards, KPIs, action tracking, and reporting frameworks, to monitor progress and drive accountability.

Coordinate the work of consultants and service providers, monitoring deliverables against contractual requirements, schedules, budgets, and performance objectives, track and support resolution of performance gaps.

Provide engineering assurance support by ensuring that technical documentation, standards, and change activities align with approved processes, safety requirements, and asset management objectives.

Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to review and coordinate engineering changes and documentation, ensuring appropriate controls, approvals, and records are maintained (without being a hands ‑on design role).

Support development of project scope and the procurement of professional services and works, including market engagements, RFIs/RFPs, evaluation support, and contract administration.

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to collect, analyze, and report project and asset performance data in support of decision ‑making.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Completion of a university degree or diploma in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.

Demonstrated experience supporting or delivering rail fleet or rail asset projects; experience with locomotives and/or passenger rail vehicles is an asset.

Strong understanding of project management principles and practices, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and performance management.

Proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis/reporting tools; familiarity with BI and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is an asset.

Asset Management knowledge, PMP / EIT designation, or C.E.T. certification is considered an asset.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to build collaborative, productive working relationships.