General Manager at Aecon

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

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.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value - it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won't just build your career - you'll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• 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.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation - we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• 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.

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Vice President, ATW, the General Manager is responsible for the overall safety, leadership, operational performance, financial results, and strategic direction of the company's roadway construction operations in Calgary and surrounding areas.

What You'll Do Here:

Safety & Risk Management

• Champion a strong safety culture and hold leaders accountable for performance.
• Promote a culture where employees are empowered and expected to stop unsafe work.
• Ensure compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety requirements and company policies.
• Review significant incidents, near misses, and corrective action plans.
• Integrate safety into planning, estimating, scheduling, and project execution.

Operational Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and direction for roadway construction operations.
• Establish annual and long-term operational objectives aligned with company strategy.
• Oversee successful execution of multiple construction projects simultaneously.
• Ensure appropriate resources, equipment, labour, materials, and subcontractors are available.
• Monitor project performance and intervene when schedule, cost, quality, or resource challenges arise.
• Establish standardized operational processes, best practices, and accountability.

Financial & Business Performance

• Maintain overall accountability for profitability and financial performance of the business unit.
• Review project financials, budgets, forecasts, cost-to-complete, productivity, and margins.
• Monitor revenue, gross margin, overhead, utilization, and operating results.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets and identify corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, cost control, and project profitability.

Project Management & Delivery

• Provide oversight of major and high-risk projects from bid through completion.
• Ensure Senior/Project Managers and Operational Managers maintain strong project controls.
• Review schedules, budgets, forecasts, manpower requirements, and production targets.
• Support resolution of significant contractual, client, subcontractor, and operational issues.
• Ensure project closeout, financial reconciliation, and recovery of outstanding claims/change orders.

Estimating & Business Development

• Provide strategic direction to estimating and business development.
• Identify and pursue opportunities aligned with company capabilities and objectives.
• Review major bids and provide input on pricing, risk, production assumptions, equipment, labour, and subcontracting.
• Develop relationships with municipalities, developers, general contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Monitor market conditions, competitors, infrastructure opportunities, and profitable backlog.

People & Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the team.
• Recruit and retain high-performing construction professionals.
• Establish performance expectations, succession plans, and leadership development.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and professional development.
• Work with HR on workforce planning, compensation, employee relations, and organizational development.

Client & Stakeholder Relations

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Act as senior company representative for major projects and strategic accounts.
• Resolve escalated client concerns and contractual issues.
• Participate in major client meetings, negotiations, and project reviews.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Establish expectations for quality and project execution.
• Ensure construction activities meet contractual specifications and company standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, processes, and project delivery.
• Implement KPIs, operational reporting, and lessons learned.

What You Bring to the Team:

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within construction and/or post-secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
• P.Eng., Gold Seal, PMP, CET, or equivalent designation is an asset.
• Significant roadway, civil, earthworks, underground utilities, grading, paving, aggregates/base construction, or heavy civil experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and operational teams.
• Proven project financial management and profitability experience.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, estimating, scheduling, project controls, and risk management.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta construction practices and regulatory requirements.

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.