Assistant Manager, Field Engineering

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?

The Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) project is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon and Framatome, located in Kincardine, Ontario. SGRT is a part of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) project and includes the removal of the steam generators and the installation of replacement steam generators with related plant modifications. This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064. In addition to the existing contracts for Unit 3 and Unit 4, SGRT has been awarded contracts for Unit 5, 7, and 8 for steam generator replacements as part of the Bruce Major Component Replacement project.

As an Assistant Field Engineering Manager, you will have the overall responsibility for successful execution of the defined segments of work within the project, including achieving our operational goals for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of Safety, Quality, Schedule, Cost. The Assistant Field Engineering Manager will review the projects schedule, milestones, budget, commercial and technical review.

With guidance from the Field Engineering Manager and Project Director, the primary responsibilities of the Assistant Field Engineering Manager include schedule development and maintenance, scope/change management, budget (hours and cost) management, organizational management (establish adequate resources to perform the work) and overall coordination of work groups (construction, safety, engineering, training, procurement, tooling, contracts management, project controls and key client stakeholders).

What You’ll Do Here:

Responsible for overall coordination of project work groups to ensure collective focus on execution goals, and tracking/completion of all actions and deliverables across all work groups:

• Schedule is developed, maintained/updated, and regularly reviewed for accuracy
• Creation and implementation of Action/Recovery Plans to address any schedule performance issues
• Validation and monitoring of project metrics (Safety, Quality, Cost, Schedule) for assigned work segments
• Preparation and delivery of project deliverables, turnover documents, construction work packages, etc.
• Any resource constraints impacting planned work are identified and reported
• Any potential changes to Work are identified per the project change management procedure
• All required materials and services have been identified and ordered, as well as any material delivery risks identified, and action/recovery plans assigned
• All project staff and trades are fully trained for their tasks
• Active involvement in quality assurance with regards to understating and implementing policies and procedures
• Responsible for coordination of prerequisite and execution task readiness in accordance to client and station reporting requirements – includes schedule and risk review meetings with construction management, supervision, engineering, quality, procurement and subcontractors to ensure logistics, execution strategy and schedule compliance are understood and achievable
• Ensures outage readiness milestones are achieved and verified
• Schedules and coordinate Readiness meetings with the full cross functional team as required
• Prepares, populates and status’ readiness check sheets based on work window schedules
• Ensures all open items related to work start readiness and work closeout are captured, assigned and prioritized based on schedule, ensuring stakeholders are held accountable for resolution
• Attends (or arranges representation for) and supports project planning meetings, including T-meetings, internal and customer reporting meetings, etc. (as required)
• Provides business correspondence or status reports to customer, project team, and management as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervise direct-reporting personnel: Project Coordinators, Jr. Project Coordinator Co-ops
• Supervise indirect reports from all project functions (QC, Engineering, Training, etc.)
• Administration of succession plans and performance reviews
• Preparation of job description, roles, and responsibilities for staff
• Ensure all employees are fully trained for the function they are expected to fulfill

What You Bring To The Team:

• P. Eng or equivalent and 4 year technical or business administration degree desired.  Alternate degrees/certifications in combination with applicable experience will be considered
• Minimum 3 years of project management experience
• Applied knowledge of nuclear project work, financial operations, project controls methods/standards, estimating and employee relations
• Proficient in software related to construction industry as required (e.g. Primavera Scheduling software, AutoCAD and SAP)
• Direct experience related to Steam Generator Replacement in a CANDU power plant
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills (typical MS suite programs)

Reason for vacancy: Replacement 

Salary range: $95,000 - $115,000

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.