Senior Project Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely, we dont do it at all.

Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.

Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.

Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.

Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.

Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

The Opportunity

Aecon Industrial is seeking a passionate project manager to help us execute complex Heavy Industrial projects across Canada. Reporting to our VP, Industrial East, the successful candidate will play a key role in the success of our business unit. Please Note: the successful candidate for this role must be able to mobilize to project sites across Canada.

What you'll do here;

Be accountable for ensuring all project management activities are successfully executed, including;

Support the proposal/estimating team to provide a quality submission that is both competitive and achievable

Lead transition from estimating to project execution

Build and mentor project team

Promote a work environment that limits employee turn-over

Develop project goals to meet or exceed the owners deliverables and align with Aecons corporate initiatives

Actively promote and prioritize safety above all else

Adhere to the critical path (i.e., ensure effective project controls to track, monitor, and adjust the schedule)

Demonstrate commercial acumen to control costs and improve margins

Enforce timely change management practices

Oversee quality, testing, start-up and commissioning

Accurately forecast and report performance (e.g., safety, schedule, cost, and quality)

Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks

Oversee procurement of subcontractors, major equipment, and line materials

Effectively negotiate and execute contracts in a timely and cost-effective manner

Manage and foster all stakeholder relations (e.g., Owner, Regulators, Subcontractors, Suppliers, etc.)

Chair project management meetings with a focus on the best outcomes for Aecon

What you bring to the team:

10 years of construction experience

Experience executing Heavy Industrial projects is a requirement.

Post-secondary education in engineering, construction management, trades, or equivalent discipline

Background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Works

Previous management experience with alternative project delivery is an asset (e.g., design-build, construction management at risk, P3, IPD, etc.)

Able and willing to travel for work (required)

Experience with BIM, considered a benefit

Experience executing Lean Construction Principles, considered a benefit

General knowledge of non-residential construction methods, building systems, and terminology

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.