Supervisor, Substation

What is the Opportunity?

Safer. Faster. Smarter. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.

Aecon Power Services is a trusted provider of integrated solutions for the transmission and distribution sector, delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality services across North America. With a strong focus on execution excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, Aecon Power Services supports critical infrastructure projects that power communities and industries. Our team is committed to safety, collaboration, and building lasting partnerships. As part of our Utilities team, the Substation Supervisor will play a critical role in successfully delivering substation construction projects.

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with client construction and field management teams.
• Lead site mobilization and demobilization activities, ensuring efficient startup and closeout of projects.
• Interpret project schedules and manage daily construction activities to meet key milestones and deadlines.
• Review and interpret Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings and provide technical guidance to Foremen and crews.
• Mentor and support Foremen to drive productivity, safety, and quality outcomes.
• Manage on-site Requests for Information (RFIs) and support change order processes.
• Maintain accurate site as‑built drawings and documentation.
• Coordinate and manage on-site material procurement, consumables, and logistics.
• Oversee labour, equipment, and subcontractors, including performance management and resolution of on‑site issues or disputes.
• Review Foremen daily reports to ensure accuracy and proactively address concerns.
• Develop and deliver weekly construction updates to the project management team, including:
  Resource allocation Completed and upcoming work Risks, delays, and constraints Material and consumable requirements
• Communicate project risks and site needs to the Construction Manager, including resourcing, site services, and materials.
• Uphold Aecon’s safety culture by enforcing safe work practices and ensuring compliance with all safety standards and procedures.

• Minimum 5+ years of substation field experience, including 3+ years in a Foreman or supervisory capacity.
• Proven experience in:
• Foundation installation in line with engineered specifications Conduit installation and routing within substation environments Ground grid installation and grounding systems Precast trench installation and site integration Cable tray installation for structured cable management Structural steel installation and alignment Apparatus installation and equipment setting Bus work installation with proper clearances and fit‑up Low‑voltage cable installation, termination, and wiring
• Experience working in brownfield environments, including protection grounding.
• Experience with substation energization and commissioning/start‑up activities.
• Demonstrated experience in dispute resolution and claims management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven construction environment.
• Safety‑first mindset with a commitment to incident‑free operations.
• Strong technical expertise with the ability to support and guide field teams.
• Collaborative and solutions‑oriented approach to problem solving.
• Proven ability to manage priorities, resources, and multiple stakeholders effectively.