Senior Specialist, Operations & CommissioningLocation: MONTREAL, Quebec, CA, H3B 2C9Reference Number: 1329Status: Permanent – Full-timeAnnual Salary / Hourly Rate: $102 816 - $120 960Number of positions to be filled: 1Application Deadline: 06/05/2026As Senior Specialist, Station Operations and Commissioning, the incumbent will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of VIA Rail’s activities related to the future operation, commissioning, and transfer of the new Dorval Station as part of the Multimodal Exchange Hub project. The main responsibilities of the position include ensuring the development and operational execution of plans, initiatives, and requirements related to the finished asset, in alignment with VIA Rail’s asset‑management policies and programs, regulatory requirements, and the vision and mandate of stakeholders, the organization, and the department, in order to deliver a safe, productive, sustainable, and customer‑centric facility.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement the operational and real‑estate profile of the future Dorval Station, in coordination with key internal stakeholders.Ensure the integration of VIA Rail standards and practices into proposed solutions by translating internal groups’ needs into clear, applicable project requirements.Act as the project’s reference point for matters related to station operations, maintenance, maintainability, and spaces operated by VIA Rail and partner operators, and support exchanges with the design‑builder.Lead VIA Rail’s commissioning, transfer, and operational readiness activities for the building,



including coordination of handover deliverables, validation of operations and maintenance documentation, commissioning plans, deficiency lists, and relevant closeout files.Ensure the quality, operability, and maintainability of the finished asset by validating equipment access, maintenance spaces, maintenance sequences, operational ergonomics, ease of component replacement, and integration of long‑term maintenance needs.Ensure continuity between the project and future operations.What We Are Looking ForUniversity degree in real estate management, engineering, architecture or a combination of education and equivalent experience.Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in building operations, real‑estate asset management, commissioning, transfer, or operation of complex facilities.Significant experience in property operations / real‑estate management, ideally in a continuously operated or high‑usage environment.Strong understanding of commissioning processes, asset transfer, O&M; documentation, project closeout, and operational readiness acceptance.Excellent understanding of operational, maintenance, and maintainability considerations for an active building.Experience in transportation, rail,



or another complex operational environment such as a hospital or airport.Demonstrated ability to navigate a complex organization and translate internal needs into clear, actionable project requirements.Bilingualism in French and English.Strong technical background combined with strong coordination and management abilities.Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and operational management skills.Rigor, flexibility, and results‑orientation in a complex, changing, and multitasking setting.Excellent analytical skills and strong problem‑solving abilities.Outstanding oral and written communication skills, along with solid business acumen.Professionalism, autonomy, and ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently.Ability to interpret plans, drawings, and technical documents related to buildings and real‑estate operations.Relevant technical and IT knowledge to support project tracking, coordination, and documentation.Demonstrated commitment to delivering high‑quality service.At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment‑equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued.If you need assistance in making the recruitment process more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Specialist, Operations & Commissioning - C$102,816 - C$120,960 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Via Rail
📍 Winnipeg