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Project Manager - Business Development

Job in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Listing for: Cando Rail & Terminals
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-08
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Project & Program Management, Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 130000 CAD Yearly CAD 90000.00 130000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Project Manager is a highly motivated, self-starter responsible; in conjunction with the Senior Project Manager and the Business Development and Project teams; to develop and execute strategies for new and existing operations throughout the company. If you enjoy working within a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 100 operations, we are the 3rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules

Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs

Award Winning Safety Culture

Employee Ownership Program

Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances

Flexible Health & Dental Benefits

Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

Job Description
The Project Manager is involved in all aspects and phases of the project life cycle, including the technical assistance in the development of project proposals, design, build, trouble shooting, project organization and operational start up and transition activities throughout the Cando network.

Roles & Responsibilities
General

Must have the ability to travel away from home for extended periods to support new and existing business

Support the execution or implementation of new business opportunities working with the Project Management team

Build and maintain positive and healthy relationships with all stakeholders and promote harmonious employee/customer/contractor relations while guiding and coaching employees, supervisors, and other managers

Planning & Service Delivery

Provide technical input in the development of company proposals, including costing, schedules, schematics and conceptual drawings

Ensure the project scope is established and clearly articulated to all stakeholders

Coordinate and oversee initial planning, design, preparation, execution, and closeout phases of projects under the Project Management Team

Engage and communicate with stakeholders, as required

Lead others in the implementation of new innovative work environments and ensure awareness on project initiatives, decisions, policies, etc.

Conduct field activities including site set up, support, visits, and investigations

Review and comment on existing processes and operations

Provide opinion and recommendations with regards to efficiency opportunities and improvements throughout the project life cycle

Identify, vet and manage suppliers, engineering firms, consultants and subcontractors in all aspects to support the project including financial implications, Contractor Management programs, contract negotiations and maintain all documentation

Execute and manage regulatory compliance, HAZOP, risk assessment, monitoring and maintaining all related HSSE policies

Create and implement work systems and procedures as necessary for operational handover and provide adequate training to site supervisory team

Maintain timelines, budgets, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction

Implement and execute project management best practices and disciplines

Monitor and control all aspects of the project execution

Identify and implement mitigations to maintain project scope

Implement plans for managing risk and ensure risk is appropriately mitigated

Develop short and long-term goals with objectives for the project and ensure employees and/or subcontractors have the understanding, skills, training, and resources to achieve these objectives

Ensure efficient work systems and procedures are in place for the project and help Site Supervisors make adjustments if necessary

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