Manager, Project; APS

Position Title:

Manager, Project (APS)

Location:

Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• 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.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs
  , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction
  .With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Faster.

Smarter.

Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Project Manager to help us get there!

Reporting to the Program Manager
, the Project Manager will be accountable for the operational and financial performance of a designated project(s), ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Aecon’s strategic objectives.

• Lead and manage the operational and financial performance of a designated region, ensuring business plan objectives and targets are achieved
• Monitor workload, financial results, risks, and opportunities, and proactively elevate issues to the Program Manager as required
• Resolve project-level legal and contractual matters, escalating complex issues when necessary
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing management team with clearly defined roles and responsibilities
• Develop and implement staff development and succession plans for key roles within the organization
• Review and approve expenditures and proposal pricing within delegated authority
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and union partners
• Ensure all regional operations align with corporate and divisional strategies, policies, procedures, and business plans
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to Superintendents and field crews across the region
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall operational success

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a combination of technical training and relevant industry experience
• Minimum of five years of experience in a Project Coordinator or Project Manager role
• Demonstrated experience within the utility contracting industry
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to resolve project issues and disputes with minimal supervision
• Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork across departments and project teams
• Willingness and ability to travel between Utilities yards as required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and MS Project
• Highly self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management…