Materials Lead

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?

Aecon Industrial provides high-performance construction services to a broad array of industrial clients across the country and offers single-source solutions for multi-trade industrial construction and fabrication projects. 

As the Pipe Fabrication Shop Materials Coordinator / Lead, you will be responsible for executing and leading your materials team in maintaining material inventories for entries, transfers, allocations, and reconciliation plus some excel detail lists for loose material shipments. Accuracy and auditing are key functions to this position. Provide internal and external customer service.

What You'll Do Here: 

• RFQ pricing and requisitioning of materials to meet Fabrication project needs with Project Manager and/or Facility Manager approval
• Expediting materials with Purchasing or Clients to meet fabrication schedules
• Coordinating allocation of material and materials Access Database entry with the Materials Clerk, when position is filled.
• Database allocation of pipe spools based on Client Priority Schedule
• Maintain and track all fabrication materials in a Database or Excel spreadsheet as per Project Managers and/or Facilities Manager directions.
• Data validation and coordination with Drafting for incoming Transmittals of spool BOM’s
• Review material entries and maintain accuracy in the Access Database
• Timely material shortage and summary reports for internal Project Managers, Site Teams and Customer Representatives
• Coordination of work with QC, Procurement & Pipe Shop
• Processing Holds, Revisions and Cancellations of spool BOM’s into a Database when directed from Drafting
• Coordination of incoming materials for the Receiving Department, trying to prevent peaks and valleys
• Work well within a combined non-Union and Unionized work force
• Return and document materials no longer required by Pipe Shop to correct storage location
• Assist in the ongoing development of the Databases and process efficiencies
• Ensure Monthly Inventory storage reports are completed and documented.
• Support all requirements for Lean Manufacturing
• Follow current Nuclear Manual and QCP’s as they apply to the Pipe Fabrication Shop Material Coordinator’s position
• Complete all new internal training for Nuclear QCP’s as they apply to the Pipe Fabrication Shop Material Coordinator’s position.
• Direct the Unionized Shipping & Receiving Supervisors daily/weekly tasks
• Direct Materials Clerk in daily/weekly tasks.
• Uphold Aecon Safety requirements.
• Report and submission of general shop material inventory to management as requested.

What You Bring to the Team: 

• Minimum 1-3 years Piping Industry experience with nuclear piping experience considered an asset.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Must be able to multi-task for the position held, sometimes on the run
• Knowledge in Lean Manufacturing (5S, Kan-ban, Visual Factory, Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping)
• Good interpersonal written and verbal communications skills
• Working knowledge of SAP database
• Proficient in MS Office Products
• Must be detail oriented
• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment

Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Outdoor Yard yearly conditions
• Warehouse yearly conditions
• Indoor Daily Fabrication Shop Floor conditions

Reason for Vacancy: New

The expected pay range for this role is $81,000 - $108,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

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.