Temporary Contractor Program Security Officer Jobs in Laval, QC

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering or Geoscience

• 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)

This position is posted as a grade 9.