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VIA Rail Canada

Specialist, Railway Structures

Montreal, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 27, 2026
Working hours: 40 hours/week
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 19, 2026

Original job description

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.

POSITION

Reporting to the Director, Railway Infrastructure, the incumbent is responsible for managing VIA’s railway structural assets, including bridges, culverts, retaining walls and drainage systems. The role oversees the planning, execution, and monitoring of maintenance activities, capital projects, and contracts related to structures, while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, infrastructure reliability, and the optimization of asset investments.

Responsibilities

Structural Asset Management and Maintenance

Manage the inspection and maintenance of structural assets, including bridges and culverts, across the railway network;
Ensure compliance with structural inspection, maintenance, and safety programs;
Develop short, medium, and long-term investment plans and maintenance programs;
Prioritize corrective, preventive, and asset renewal interventions;
Conduct field audits and ensure follow-up on corrective actions;
Manage the inventory of structural assets and recommend innovative, sustainable solutions to improve asset performance and extend service life.

Project and Contract Management

Plan, coordinate, and deliver maintenance and capital projects related to railway structures;
Define project requirements, scope, budgets, schedules, risks, and success criteria;
Mobilize and coordinate internal resources, consultants, engineering firms, and contractors;
Plan project execution to minimize or avoid impacts on train operations;
Ensure project governance, financial tracking, document management, and reporting activities;
Ensure compliance with procurement processes, contractual obligations, and corporate standards;
Ensure a smooth transition of projects to operations teams upon commissioning and entry into service.

Technical Expertise and Compliance

Provide specialized expertise in the field and support the resolution of complex technical issues;
Review and analyze plans, specifications, technical studies, and intervention requests;
Develop and maintain standards, procedures, guidelines, and technical tools related to railway structures;
Perform load and dimensional analyses, structural capacity assessments, technical evaluations, and provide recommendations as required;
Participate in incident investigations and contribute to the continuous improvement of safety practices.

Leadership and Continuous Improvement

Influence, advise, and support internal stakeholders in achieving business objectives;
Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement;
Identify and implement opportunities to optimize processes, work methods, and asset management strategies;
Contribute to the evolution and enhancement of project management practices and railway infrastructure management methodologies.

Education

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or any other relevant field;
Master’s degree in project management (an asset);
Membership in the The Quebec Order of Engineers (OIQ) or “Professional Engineers Ontario”.

Experience

5 to 10 years of relevant experience in the railway structures field;
Minimum of 3 years of project management experience;
Knowledge of Transport Canada railway regulations, AREMA (American Railway Engineering and
Maintenance-of-Way Association) standards, and/or CN and CPKC standards (an asset);
Training and certification recognized by a North American railway company (an asset);
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification (an asset);
Practical knowledge of project management activities, tools, and methodologies, including Microsoft SharePoint, EPM 2010, and Project Online;
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to engage, mobilize, and influence stakeholders;
Excellent communication and negotiation skills in both official languages (French and English);
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a matrix organization environment;
Strong customer focus with a results-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous improvement;
Ability to work in the field and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of AutoCAD.

Working Conditions

Must have a valid driver's license and a vehicle for occasional business use;
Generally, the work schedule is from Monday to Friday, as follows
3-4 days / week at the office or various sites within the VIA infrastructure network;
1-2 day / week at home (with authorization)
May be required to work outdoors in various weather conditions;
Flexibility in work schedules to meet work deadline requirements;
VIA infrastructure network is located mainly between Coteaux (Québec) to Windsor (Ontario).

Employment Period, Schedule and Location:

Full-time permanent position (40 hours/week);
Occasional evening, night and weekend work may be required;
Job location: Montreal Downtown.

#VIAPROF

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

Join our 3,000 other employees in helping provide Canadians with a safe, accessible, environmentally sustainable way to travel!

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Responsibilities

Manage VIA Rail’s structural assets, including bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and drainage systems, overseeing inspections, maintenance, investment planning, and regulatory compliance. Plan and deliver maintenance and capital projects, manage contracts and technical issues, and promote safety and continuous improvement across railway infrastructure operations.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, professional engineering membership in Quebec or Ontario, 5–10 years of relevant railway structures experience, and at least 3 years of project management experience. Candidates should have strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with knowledge of railway standards and regulations, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD; a master’s degree, PMP certification, and railway-recognized training are assets.

Skills

Structural Inspection and Maintenance
Project Management
Contract Management
Capital Project Delivery
Structural Capacity Assessment
Load and Dimensional Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Budget and Schedule Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Safety Management
Microsoft SharePoint
EPM 2010
Project Online
AutoCAD

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Keywords

Railway Infrastructure
Railway Structures
Bridges
Culverts
Retaining Walls
Drainage Systems
Asset Management
Structural Inspections
Preventive Maintenance
Capital Projects
Project Management
Contract Management
Transport Canada Regulations
AREMA Standards
CN Standards
CPKC Standards
PMP Certification
Microsoft SharePoint
EPM 2010
Project Online
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
Structural Capacity Assessment
Load Analysis
Risk Management
Procurement
Safety Compliance
Civil Engineering

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