Project Planning​/Scheduling Engineering Specialist Professional

Description

Hitachi Rail STS Canada is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated
Sr. Project Planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of engineering tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in downtown
Toronto
, Canada.
5+ to 8 Years Experienced (Non-Manager)

Ability to support project teams by providing schedule insights, critical path analysis, and scenario planning for strategic decision-making.

Expert-level proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6, including development, maintenance, and optimization of complex project schedules.

Ability to create and manage resource‑loaded schedules, including manpower, equipment, and cost allocation for accurate forecasting and progress tracking.

Strong experience preparing Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and delay assessments, with the ability to model scenarios and evaluate schedule impacts.

Skilled in importing, exporting, and integrating schedules across multiple platforms and data sources while ensuring data integrity and version control.

Advanced capability in Power BI, including creation of dashboards, data modeling, and visual analytics for reporting project KPIs and performance trends.

Proficient in TILOS (Time‑Location/Linear Scheduling) for linear infrastructure projects (pipelines, rail, transmission lines, etc.) to optimize sequencing and mitigate space/time conflicts.

Strong understanding of project controls interfaces, including cost control, risk management, procurement, and engineering workstreams.

Assist Lead Planner with the attendance of meetings with the customer and subcontractors regarding scheduling and project issues, ensuring that company interests are fully represented

Monitor work in progress to ensure that work is executed in compliance with the requirements of the contract and schedule

Execution of other duties as directed by the Lead Planner and/or Project Manager

· 5 to 8 years of relevant project planning experience
· Strong experience with using Primavera P6
· Ability to use Microsoft Project
· Strong ability to understand and analyze dependency logic and project critical path
· Highly motivated and adaptable to a time-sensitive environment in order to respond quickly and effectively to unanticipated high workloads, events and emergencies
· Must be able to meet deadlines and effectively handle pressures associated with this role
· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, Project constituents, third parties and general public
· 3- 5 years of experience with rail construction projects or with large infrastructure construction projects.
· Experience with schedule analysis tools (Ex. TILOS, Acumen FUSE, Other)
· Excellent understanding of project management techniques, in addition to effective planning and scheduling skills.
· Excellent communication and influencing skills in liaising with project stakeholders in the development of project schedules, while identifying milestones and critical paths.
· Degree in Business or Engineering, Ontario P.Eng highly desirable.
· Clear Criminal Background Checkmin $ 99,300 (CAD) to max $ 149,000 (CAD)
Our hiring process uses both human and technology-assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people.
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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