Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Souther n (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.
Description This position leads highly complex, high profile, or enterprise-wide IT project/programs consisting of multiple projects.
It plans and coordinates all aspects of internal information system-specific projects from initiation to delivery.
Projects often involve network, server, or software implementation and upgrades, end user services and the like.
It coordinates work performed by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, scope, budget, KPIs, risks, and value driven outcomes.
This position develops detailed program level plans that communicate major milestones and critical dependencies.
It manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, milestone and dependency tracking, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, KPIs, testing, adoption, documentation, training, and on-time delivery within budget constraints.
Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices.
Works independently and receives minimal guidance.
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions.
Leads projects with moderate scope, risks, and resource requirements.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Develops and manages operational initiatives to deliver tactical results.
Accountabilities Works independently and receives minimal guidance.
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions.
Leads projects with moderate scope, risks, and resource requirements.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Develops and manages operational initiatives to deliver tactical results.
Exemplifies KCS Vision, Values, and Culture interactions with coworkers, business partners, customers and stakeholders.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job related major field of study .
Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience .
PMP Preferred IT project management experience coupled with functional work experience with the software development or infrastructure development life cycle; demonstrated subject matter expertise in the areas of communication, negotiation, problem solving, influencing, risk and issue mitigation, and leadership; experience managing multiple projects that are interconnected and will provide a conclusive result.
Extensive experience managing IT projects.
Preferred experience managing IT Application Development projects and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Working Conditions This position has a regular full time schedule with a normal work week of Monday through Friday.
There may be a need for occasional work after hours or weekends.
This position may require minimal travel up to 10% of the time.
We Offer Complete health and welfare benefits package Competitive salary Incentive plan Vacation plan Additional Information CPKC reaffirm our declaration of commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination by explicitly declaring the prohibition of requesting medical test of non-pregnancy and HIV as requirements for employment.
Through the previous statement, it is allowed to be known to our internal and external applicants through our publications of vacant positions, providing an inclusive environment for all applicants, however, in critical roles that involve security for our environment, specific tests may be taken for some positions, which is established by the government, we compromise to guarantee a safe and secure environment with zero tolerance for discrimination, aligned with our principles of labor equality and non-discrimination.
EEO Statement We value a culturally diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer while providing reasonable accommodations for all employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
The talent selection process for vacant positions at Kansas City Southern de México, S.A. de C.V. (KSCM) is governed by the principles established in its Labor Equality and Non-Discrimination Policy, in accordance with the provisions of section III of Article 1 of the Federal Law to Prevent and Eliminate Discrimination (LFPED), and applies to applicants internal and / or external alike.
In addition, KCSM does not request clinical tests and / or desk tests from applicants as part of the decision-making process during selection.
Company Overview In 1887, Arthur Stilwell constructed a north-south railroad while others were heading east and west, setting the tone for a century-old legacy of outstanding vision; entrepreneurial spirit; resilience in the face of adversity; and, willingness to challenge conventional wisdom.
Building on that legacy, our culture is further defined by a new vision for the future and a core set of values - Safety, Customer Focus, Communication, Teamwork, Initiative & Innovation, and Diversity & Civility.
We believe that the way we do business is as important as the business we do.
In addition to a culture that allows employees to thrive, we encourage resourcefulness with an award, recognizing employees who see a problem (or opportunity), find a solution, and use whatever authority and resources are available to get a job done well - accomplishing what was previously thought could not be done.
If you want to do work that is creative and strategic, be heard, grow professionally, be valued by your employer, and know that you are making an important contribution to an essential industry, a global supply chain, and the larger economy, Kansas City Southern may be the place for you.
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