Communications Manager, Corporate Affairs

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 

Aecon’s Corporate Affairs team leads award-winning strategic external communications initiatives, campaigns and materials in support of Aecon’s overall public relations and reputation management strategy. With a roster of exciting infrastructure projects across North America and beyond, we lead the way for Aecon when it comes to issues management, social and digital media, project and stakeholder communications, media relations and executive communications. We’re a high-energy and hard-working team with a significant portfolio that will always keep you engaged in meaningful and diverse work. 

Are you an organized, resourceful, driven team player, and an expert project manager with a passion for dynamic, professional, and strategic external communications? Are you interested in the fast-paced and exciting construction and infrastructure development industry? We’re looking for a communications professional with solid public relations experience, media savvy, and strong writing and digital skills to bring a forward-thinking approach and positive attitude to our high performing Corporate Affairs team.

What You’ll Do Here

• Support the Corporate Affairs team on a broad range of communications initiatives with a special focus on public relations and external communications.
• Craft communications materials including news releases, articles, digital content, letters and speeches.
• Identify and evaluate PR opportunities, prepare key messages, and staff media events.
• Utilize media savvy to plan, execute and oversee external communications strategies, including supporting talent acquisition and recruitment campaigns.
• Monitor, identify and implement trending and innovative digital and traditional communications tools, while managing Aecon’s digital and social media presence.
• Track industry news, investments, project developments and strategic files to create briefing notes.
• Work closely with the investor relations team to prepare communications materials for quarterly financial results, execute disclosure/postings, and manage the production of Aecon’s Annual General Meeting and Annual Report.
• Play a leading role in website project management, building dynamic content, and driving maintenance, security diligence, and business line integration.
• Oversee triage and resolution of public inquiries and complaints working with internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with business units to capture compelling stories and company or project-related news to be communicated externally on a broad variety of platforms.
• Capture lessons learned and metrics for project communications centre of excellence.  
• Lead the collection and organization or key digital assets from major projects.
• Travel to project sites to capture positive stories.
• Support crisis and emergency preparedness initiatives as required.

What You Bring to The Team 

• University degree paired with a communications post-graduate certificate.
• 5+ years’ experience in the communications, public relations or stakeholder engagement fields.
• Exceptional written/oral communications skills, media relations/PR savvy and storytelling lens.
• Strategic issues management experience and expertise leading effective and powerful public relations and external communications campaigns.
• Passion for strategic infrastructure topics and strong institutional knowledge.
• Expert project manager with ability to lead teams and drive results.
• Highly organized self-starter with demonstrated ability to plan and execute multiple priorities with tight deadlines.
• Thorough grasp of the Microsoft Office suite of products with a high degree of capability for PowerPoint, Word and Adobe.
• Creative skills, eye for design, and experience using Canva.
• Ability to foster positive working relationships and responsibly handle confidential information. Publicly traded company experience considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of the infrastructure, energy and related sectors considered an asset.   

The expected pay range for this role is $95,000 - $110,000 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 belonging within and across our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws.