At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals; Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists bring deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
HDR is seeking a Senior Rail Construction Manger to join our Transportation – Construction Services team in the Greater Toronto Area to work with Freight Rail clients. Reporting to the group lead, the position will be responsible for leading the delivery freight rail projects during construction overseeing HDR’s scope of services comprising of Construction Project Management, Owner’s Representative, and Construction Observation. The role will be responsible for liaising with the client, and other stakeholders
Responsibilities:
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Promote and oversee implementation of health and safety regulations
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Provide Construction Project Management and oversight during construction
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Responsible for administering the construction phase of a project including budgeting and scheduling
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Manage a multi-discipline design team to produce high quality deliverables, meet schedules and stay within project budgets
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Providing oversight and be responsible for projects and for the work of multiple teams.
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Be responsible for the successful delivery of Projects, including oversight of risks and issues.
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Apply thorough and consistent methodology/approach to project deliverables and quality of submissions
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Build a strong working relationship with the client and ensuring project team continues to deliver high quality of work.
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Ensure all project deliverables are complete and compliant with the client’s quality requirements and checklists.
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Manage day to day activities of the project team and Subconsultants
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Represent HDR at meetings, presentations and address issues raised by the client.
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Respond to the client in a timely manner
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Mentor project management and junior staff in a project.
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Reporting on projects’ performance to HDR’s senior management.
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Manage project risks and mitigate those risks in a timely fashion to minimize impact to project performance.
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Incorporate lessons learned into a project.
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Engage in business development and proposal activities
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Travel to projects across the province and eastern Canada for extended periods of time
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Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and, or related field
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Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
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Knowledge and ability to utilize required computer software such as MS Office (word, excel, powerpoint)
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Experience working with MS Project or Primavera (P6) would be considered a strong asset
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Sound knowledge of OPS specifications and standard drawings, TAC standards, Metrolinx and AREMA design standards.
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Knowledge and skill in interpreting and applying transportation construction practices; procedures and quality assurance techniques
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Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts
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Ability to interpret construction critical path schedules
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Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and be able to independently write reports and correspondence
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Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work
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Ability to analyze and solve problems
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Be a proven leader and demonstrate leadership abilities
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Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Burlington, ON: $147,000 - $197,000.
At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.
HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.
