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Job Description:

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Railway Construction Field Engineer to support ongoing rail infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5-10 years' field experience working on major signalling projects, strong technical drawing interpretation skills, and the ability to produce clear and accurate site reports. You will be a key liaison between the office project management team and site operations, providing real-time feedback on constructability and productivity ensuring the contractor is installing as per submitted working schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily construction activities on project sites, ensuring adherence to approved design drawings and safety standards.
• Review and interpret technical design drawings, ensuring their applicability and accuracy in the field.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on the constructability of designs, identifying potential issues or improvements.
• Participate in the review of work plans, construction sequences, and method statements to ensure feasibility and compliance with project objectives.
• Prepare and submit field observation reports, including site progress, non-conformances, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and other engineering personnel to resolve on-site issues.
• Conduct inspections and verifications to ensure workmanship and materials meet specified requirements.
• Ensure all work is executed in accordance with relevant railway standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Attend and contribute to daily site coordination meetings and progress briefings.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 -10 years' experience in railway signalling construction or civil infrastructure field engineering.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical design drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Strong analytical skills to assess work plans and provide constructability feedback.
• Experience producing structured and concise field reports with observations and recommendations.
• Working knowledge of rail construction standards and safety procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and familiarity with CAD, PDF markup tools, or field reporting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and work in a field-based environment.

Desirable:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience with mainline, light rail, or metro rail projects.
• Rail safety certifications (e.g., CROR or PTS).

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $32.64 - $56.68

 

This job posting is for a current addition or replacement opportunity within Parsons.

 

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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