Sr. Construction Manager

About Aecon

At Aecon, a North American leader in infrastructure development, we are safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, partnering every day 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 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. We invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

The Sr. 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 reviewed and available for use. The Sr. Construction Manager will be responsible for all site execution matters, including direct-hire and subcontracted labor supervision, safe and timely performance of the work, and ensuring quality standards are maintained.

• 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 ensure labor relations issues are proactively managed.
• Responsible for all site execution matters, including the timely performance of scheduled activities.
• Accountable for all site safety and human performance issues, and for collaborating with the project Safety Manager.
• Maintain a positive relationship with client construction representative.
• 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 labor and subcontractors, efficient use of materials and tools & equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
• Application of home company discipline policies and appropriate escalation of performance concerns.
• Participation in Can Atom Performance Management Committee.
• Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation, and owner‑specified requirements.
• Managing employee onboarding and off‑boarding including communication with payroll and training coordinators.
• Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work.
• Ensuring a strong nuclear safety culture is reinforced continuously.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

• Minimum of 15 years construction and subcontractor supervision experience.
• 15 years nuclear construction experience is an asset.
• Must have the ability to manage 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.
• Requires 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.
• Must have a full appreciation of the importance of Quality Assurance Programs and their significance to the nuclear industry.

Aecon fostersdiversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.