Director, Project (Foundations)

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Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

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• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

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• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) , to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

Purpose of the Position:

Reporting to the Vice President, Foundations, the Project Director provides strategic and operational leadership for major deep foundations and heavy civil construction projects. The role is responsible for aligning project execution with business objectives, driving operational excellence, fostering a strong safety culture, and leading high-performing teams to support the continued success and growth of Aecon Foundations.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Development 

• Assist in securing new work through participation in bidding and proposal teams

Project Management

• Responsible for delivery against all budget, schedule & quality targets
• Safety - Establish safety, team, systems and procedures and ensure a safe work environment for everyone involved in the project.
• Schedule - Develop, monitor and make decisions to ensure project is delivered on schedule.
• Quality, ensuring key metrics and KPI’s are established and targets are consistently achieved.
• Responsible for all aspects of project close out

Commercial Management 

• Ensure teams understand and protect Aecon / JV interests under the Prime Contract
• Ensure teams have a process to efficiently and effectively process change orders
• Financial / cash flow management
• Identifies risks and implements mitigation and contingency plans   
• Results.  Ensure everyone on the project has a commercial mindset to deliver the project at or exceeding budget.

Stakeholder Management

• Create and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders
• The client, architects, engineering firms, etc.  
• Joint venture partners
• Government, the public, special interest groups

People Management 

• Creates and maintains a culture and environment that is open and respectful 
• Hire, supervise, coach and mentor project personnel
• Ensure project has capacity and expert capability is in all engineering, procurement and construction activities
• Expertise in required functional areas: Design management, Project Controls, Procurement, Contract Management, Quality, Commercial Management)
• Communicates with Aecon Sr. Management to ensure adequate resources are provided
• Ensure the project as required staffing and succession plans 

Communication 

• Builds engagement through ongoing communicates to all staff and stakeholders
• Provide all required project reporting / forecasting

Executive Responsibility 

• Aecon ambassador to employees, the client, partners the public and Aecon executive leadership.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent
• A minimum of 10 years of construction leadership experience on complex major projects, with a proven track record of delivering commercial success.
• In depth expertise in required discipline; Heavy Civil, Deep Foundations.
• In depth experience in working with complex contractual agreements and project financing
• The proven ability to successfully manage large and complex construction projects through the full project lifecycle
• Experience working on projects with international joint venture partners
• Thorough knowledge of change management principles including identifying significant variations, claims identification, narration, quantification and evaluation
• Proven track record with claims management and dispute resolution on major projects
• Experience with risk identification and management
• Experience in liaising with client, subcontractor and consultant representatives
• The proven ability to effectively recruit and build teams and manage senior project staff
• Sound understanding of contractual, commercial and financial functions on major projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Reason for Vacancy: New

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.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.