Project Engineering Coordinator - ALTO project / Cadence

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

Context

Join SYSTRA Canada in shaping the future of Canada with this impressive ALTO high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City to Toronto, the largest infrastructure project in Canada in generations.

The ALTO high-speed rail project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities, and stimulate economic growth.

Are you convinced that a more sustainable world is possible and that mobility is an integral part of thinking about the future of our planet? Come aboard with SYSTRA Canada and be part of the project that will revolutionize the railway industry in Canada!

Missions/Main Duties

The Project Engineering Coordinator supports the engineering and project management teams in the planning, coordination, and follow-up of technical activities related to transportation and infrastructure projects. Working under the supervision of more senior team members, the incumbent contributes to the smooth execution of multidisciplinary engineering assignments and helps ensure that project information, documentation, and coordination activities are properly maintained.

In this role, you will assist with the coordination of engineering activities between internal teams, project stakeholders, and external partners. You will support the preparation and follow-up of project schedules, action lists, deliverables registers, and meeting records. You will participate in coordination meetings, prepare minutes, and follow up on action items with the project team.

You will also help monitor the progress of engineering deliverables and report schedule issues or coordination concerns to the appropriate team members. The role includes supporting the organization, filing, and maintenance of technical documents and project records, as well as facilitating communication between engineering disciplines to promote alignment and consistency across project activities.

In addition, you will contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, and other coordination documents, while assisting with the review of project information for completeness, consistency, and compliance with internal procedures. You may also provide general administrative and project coordination support to the engineering team as required.

Profile/Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or in a related field.

Years of experience: 0 to 5 years of relevant experience, including internships or co-op placements. Previous internship, co-op, or early-career experience in the rail, transportation, or construction industry is considered an asset.

Technical competencies:

• Basic understanding of engineering project coordination and project delivery principles.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation and multidisciplinary project environments.
• Ability to organize information, manage priorities, and follow up on assigned tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of project management or document control tools is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a structured manner.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English.*

* Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

Personal & Soft Skills

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and openness to feedback.
• Proactive and responsible attitude.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team.For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact infocanada@systra.com.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

Workplace Type

Hybrid