Deputy Project Director

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 Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large-scale site development.

The Hamilton LRT Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT – Package 1: Civil & Utilities. Under the alliance model, Aecon provides construction capability and resources as part of an integrated team, working collaboratively with all alliance participants to progress design, cost, and construction schedules during the project’s development phase.

The Hamilton LRT isn’t just a transit project—it’s reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come!”

Purpose of the Position:

Aecon is seeking a Deputy Project Director. In this senior leadership role, the Deputy Project Director will have day‑to‑day executive accountability for both the Structures and Roadways scopes, supporting the Project Director in delivering the project safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with contractual and stakeholder obligations.

The Deputy Project Director acts as a key member of the senior leadership team, ensuring strong integration across construction, engineering, commercial, project controls, and stakeholder interfaces while maintaining disciplined execution across all phases of the work.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Support the Project Director in managing overall project performance across safety, quality, schedule, cost, and risk
• Lead execution planning and sequencing for complex urban works, including structures, guideways, roadworks, interfaces, and staging
• Drive coordination between construction, engineering, design management, project controls, and procurement teams
• Oversee construction execution for major civil scopes including structures, roadways, utilities coordination, and interface works
• Ensure construction activities are delivered in compliance with design requirements, contract obligations, regulatory requirements, and Aecon standards
• Champion a Safety‑First culture, ensuring safety systems, site leadership, and workforce engagement meet Aecon’s core value of Safety Always
• Support resolution of technical, constructability, and execution challenges in a dense urban environment
• Work closely with Project Controls and Commercial teams to manage cost forecasting, cash flow, and earned value performance
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect project outcomes.
• Support senior‑level engagement with the Owner, consultants, municipal partners, utilities, and third‑party stakeholders
• Assist in managing interfaces across transit systems, utilities, road authorities, and adjacent developments
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results‑oriented team culture aligned with Aecon Leadership Expectations 

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
• 15+ years in senior construction leadership roles on major infrastructure or transit projects.
• Experience delivering complex civil works including structures, roadways, and urban infrastructure projects
• Strong background working in Design‑Build, P3, Alliance, or Joint Venture delivery models
• Solid understanding of commercial management, change control, and project financial controls.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams
• Comfortable operating in complex, fast‑paced, and ambiguous environments
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to build and sustain high‑performing teams

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.