Manager Public Works

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CPKC seeks a Manager Public Works to lead crossing and right‑of‑way operations, driving safety, service, productivity and financial performance while representing the company with government partners to advance safety improvements at crossings. Based in Kansas City, MO or St Paul, MN, this onsite role requires 40–50% travel and includes coordinating with regulators, utilities, and internal teams, overseeing flagging for third‑party work, negotiating at‑grade crossing closures and cost sharing, preparing crossing and signal agreements, and identifying outside funding sources. A civil engineering degree or equivalent with 5+ years railroad experience, plus a valid driver’s license, root‑cause analysis ability, independence in a multi‑disciplinary setting, and MS Office proficiency are required. Prepare for drug testing and background checks; highlight regulatory coordination, safety outcomes, funding won, stakeholder management, and willingness to relocate or travel, and interest in the Management Conductor Program. Req ID 106194.

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Lead safety, service, productivity, and financial performance across CPKC’s crossing and right-of-way‑ operations. In this role, you will represent the company with government and regulatory partners to advance meaningful safety improvements at public and private crossings. You will also address inquiries from municipalities, agencies, and citizens with expertise while collaborating across Operations and Engineering teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively. This position can be headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri or St. Paul Minneapolis.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Coordinate with government agencies, regulators, utilities, outside parties, and internal departments on construction, crossing, and signal projects
• Oversee all flagging coordination for third-party projects
• Lead negotiations for at grade crossing closures and cost apportionment on joint projects
• Prepare and process Crossing and Signal Agreements for public and private projects
• Identify and leverage outside funding sources for construction and upgrade initiatives
• Ensure outside parties comply with CPKC, AREMA, and regulatory safety standards when working on railway property
• Serve as the primary contact for public agencies and stakeholders on crossing safety, right-of-way matters, and public project coordination
• Participate in on site visits with internal and external stakeholders

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or equivalent experience    
• Minimum 5+ or more years of railroad experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues
• Must be highly motivated individual who is comfortable working independently in an unstructured, multi-disciplinary team atmosphere
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams) with the ability to effectively utilize these tools to support daily business operations

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Drug Testing

This position is subject to a negative company drug test.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 106194
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 40-50%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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