Officer Remediation

Hiring Salary Range : $ 88,000.00 - 102,000.00

This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.

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Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for supporting the management of a portfolio of operating contaminated sites and related programs of varying complexity across the entire network. The role ensures the environmental risk associated with site contaminants is minimized, that the closure strategy is technically defensible, and that it is optimized to reduce CN's environmental liability. In addition, the role involves collaboration with the Environmental Assessment Team, Environmental Field Operations, and other CN stakeholders in the management and development of procedures and tools for excess soil management to avoid creating long-term liabilities .

Main Responsibilities

• Support the management and implementation of liability reduction strategies for the operating contaminated sites portfolio across the network

• Support in the management of long-term derailment sites

• Support the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and terms of reference to support remediation efforts and closure strategies

• Collaborate with environmental consultants on work plans for management of contaminated sites, remedial options, and closure strategy

• Handle consultants' assessments and remedial activities and recommend a path forward

• Implement and drive the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, consultant selection , track budgets and drive projects to completion within or under approved budget

• Support the remediation process on operating sites from initial contact to decision-making and updating systems and records

• Support in facilitating meetings with regulatory agencies to ensure technical information is easily understood and regulators commit to a clear path forward

• Participate in the development of communication plans for regulatory agencies, municipal governments, and other affected parties

• Provide technical support and guidance on the regulations and a clear consistent approach on excess soil management

• Collaborate with the Environmental Assessment team, Environmental Field Operations , and stakeholders on management of excess soil generated during construction, maintenance, and other railroad activities

• Encourage and support innovative solutions in collaboration with project teams to reduce cost, timeline, and waste generation

• Ensure information is accurate in ENFOS

Working Conditions

The role works in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management . The role requires occasional travel (up to 30%), within Canada and the United States (U.S.).

Requirements

Experience

Containment Assessment, Remediation and Risk Management

• Between 5 to 7 years of experience related to contaminated sites assessment, remediation, and risk management

• Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered

Education/Certification/Designation

• B achelor's D egree in E nvironmental E ngineering or G eoscience

• Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered

Competencies

• Demonstrates agility and drives change

• Demonstrates active listening

• Applies critical thinking

• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

• Sets direction and inspires others

• Communicates with impact

• Leads by examples for the safety and security of all

• Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel , PowerPoint)

• Knowledge of ENFOS

• Fluently bilingual, written and verbal (English, French)

• Technical proficiency in site characterization, excess soils management, field procedures, chemistry, remediation cost estimation, risk assessment, data management, or health and safety

Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

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