Manager, Construction

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As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon builds what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead impactful infrastructure projects, transform transportation and energy, and partner daily to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

• Safety Always – Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it.
• 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.

The Construction Manager will be responsible for the overall field execution. This position will be accountable for all pre-execution planning activities to ensure all necessary construction packages have been readied and available for use. The Construction Manager will be responsible for all site execution matters, including direct-hire and subcontracted labour supervision, safe and timely performance of the work, and ensuring quality standards are upheld.

• Prepare and develop a construction team of experienced and capable supervisory personnel, including succession planning for key individuals.
• Develop and maintain a hiring plan and proactively manage labour relations issues.
• Responsible for all site execution matters, including the timely performance of the work.
• Accountable for all site safety and human performance issues, and collaborate with the project Safety Manager.
• Maintain a positive relationship with client construction counterpart.
• Utilize project master schedule to create detailed look ahead schedules for Superintendents.
• Monitor and manage risks, develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy.
• Assume responsibility for productivity of direct hire trade labour and subcontractors, efficient use of materials and tools & equipment and contractual performance of the project.
• Apply home company discipline policies and appropriate escalation of performance concerns.
• Participate in Can Atom Performance Management Committee.
• Ensure trades personnel complete necessary training in safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and owner specified requirements.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding including communication with payroll and training coordinators.
• Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, field work.
• Ensure a strong nuclear safety culture is reinforced continuously.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

• Minimum of 10 years construction and subcontractor supervision experience.
• 3 years nuclear construction experience and boiler maker trade background is an asset.
• Must handle all matters in a confidential and professional manner.
• Excellent organizational, communication and customer relationship skills.
• Extensive knowledge of self-perform trades work, estimating and employee relations required.
• Proficient trades union relations management skills and a solid understanding of union agreements applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling and safety requirements.
• Must understand how to support a positive Nuclear Safety Culture.
• Full appreciation of the importance of Quality Assurance Programs and their significance to the nuclear industry.

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 Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. 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.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing
• Construction