Portfolio Manager

At CN, we work together to move our company—and North America—forward. Be part of our Information & Technology (I&T) team, a critical piece of the engine that keeps us in motion. From enterprise architecture to operational technology, our teams use the agile methodology to automate and digitize our railroad ensuring our operations run optimally and safely and our employees can focus on value-added tasks. You will be able to develop your skills and career 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!

Job Summary

As a Portfolio Manager in the field of Information and Technology (I&T) you will be responsible to development, implement and governance of processes related to the Technology, Enterprise Architecture & Data (TED) portfolios You will be responsible to manage the capital and operating budget in relation to project demands and other operational needs.

Main Responsibilities

Portfolio Management

§ Responsible for the governance and processes of the financial management of the capital and operating budgets for the Technology, Enterprise Architecture & Data (TED) portfolios

§ Ensure alignment of the TED capital plan with roadmaps and technology strategies within other departments in I&T

§ Manage demands and priorities of TED projects / initiatives

§ Report on the progress and portfolio health within the TED portfolio

§ Define the scope and value of TED initiatives as well as the business case

§ Maintain a tool set to ensure a centralized repository of all TED project demands

Education

§ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, engineering, or equivalent experience.

Skills/Knowledge

§ Knowledge of portfolio, demand and financial management concepts

§ Ability to apply critical thinking to the planning and evolution of the portfolio

§ Knowledge of IT infrastructure, network concepts, computers, and mobile devices

§ Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

§ Strong customer/client focus, with the ability to manage expectations appropriately; provide a superior customer/client experience and build long-term relationships.

§ Bilingual with strong written and verbal communication skills

§ Knowledge of tools and techniques (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)

Experience

§ Minimum 5 years Information and Technology experience

Assets

§ Railway knowledge

This position is posted as a grade LEVEL 7. For internal candidates, note that the grade level of the position may adjust based on the employee's experience.

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.

For internal candidates, note that the grade level of the position will depend on the employee's experience.

CN is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.