Senior Manager, Project

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 can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re 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. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Safer. Faster. Smarter. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Project Manager will be responsible for the operational and financial performance of a designated division or project.

What You'll Do Here:

• Responsible for the financial performance of a designated division/project. Management of financial performance to ensure business plans targets are being met.
• Reports issues to Operations Manager regarding financial performance, workload status, potential legal issues, and potential opportunities.
• Resolves project-level legal disputes and escalates issues to Operations Manager.
• Puts in place a management team with clearly defined responsibilities covering all aspects of the operation.
• Prepares staff development and succession plans for key positions in the department.
• Approves all expenditures and proposal pricing within limits of authority.
• Maintains personal contact with major clients and unions.
• Ensures that all activity in the designated division is consistent with corporate and divisional strategic plans, business plans, policies, and procedures.
• Supervises Jr Project Managers, Superintendents and all the crews in the designated division/project.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Education to include Engineering, Construction Project Management etc. or combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a Project Coordinator/Project Manager role.
• Strong Cost Control and Change Order Management Skills
• Experience in the Utility and Civil Contracting Industry.
• Proven leadership, communication, decision making and negotiation skills.
• Ability to resolve project disputes with minimal assistance.
• Inspire and foster an environment of cooperation between different departments and co-workers.
• Availability to travel.
• Sound computer skills – MS Excel / Lotus, MS Word, and MS Project.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, accurately and under pressure.

Salary: The expected salary for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience and unique skills.

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.