Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely?helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Please note that this is a 3-month contract.

Job Summary

The Assistant, Engineering Basic Capital - Temporary is responsible for supporting the Assistant Project Officers within the Engineering and Capital Planning teams. The role provides the leadership team with valuable financial insights and operational analytics, contributing to informed decision making. The incumbent has the opportunity to develop business acumen and gain experience in project management and auditing, working closely with the Engineering team to advance CN's strategic priorities. Positioned within the Basic Capital team, the role plays a key part in supporting Operations strategy, focusing on safety, operational efficiency and sustainable growth.

Main Responsibilities

Participate in the budgeting and planning process aligned with business needs communicating effectively with each budget owner Collaborate with Project Officers and Assistant Project Officers to automate financial management processes and tools providing timely and relevant information to stakeholders, facilitating decision making and driving business performance Assist in managing financial impact of projects including the preparation of project estimates, monitoring the project scope, timeline, budget, benefits, and explaining the variances Participate in process improvement and optimization initiatives to deliver cost savings and efficiency gains

Working Conditions


The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.

Requirements

Experience


Administration

Between 0 to 2 years of experience in an office setting within Engineering, Accounting, Finance

o Experience in data analytics and reporting*

Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or Accounting
Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

Communicates with impact Identifies needs and solves problems to create value for all stakeholders Applies critical thinking Collaborates with others and shares information

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Knowledge of Data Visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.


At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's

safest

, most

inclusive

and

sustainable

railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at

cnrecruitment@cn.ca

.


As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.


CN is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.