Manager, Operations

Build Your Career at Aecon

Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

This role will support Aecon's materials business within our Major Projects Civil East division located in Caledon.

What You’ll Do Here : Accountable for ensuring all construction project management activities are successfully executed, including;

• Responsible for the operational and financial performance of a business including supporting the General Manager in the development of the annual business plan and the ongoing management of financial performance.
• Provides overall direction to ensure that bidding strategy is implemented to optimize revenue and margin to meet divisional targets.
• Reports issues to General Manager regarding financial performance, workload status, potential legal issues and potential opportunities.
• Resolves operational-level legal disputes.
• Leads a team of supervisors and staff with clearly defined responsibilities covering all aspects of the operation.
• Confers with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within the work force.
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors and equipment division to resolve construction issues and improve construction methods.
• Promotes project profitability, schedule adherence and customer satisfaction.
• Recommends recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with clients, subcontractors, unions.
• Drives exceptional safety performance and culture within the business.
• Ensures all project reporting is accurate and timely.
• Oversees testing, quality, and safety.

What You Bring to the Team :

• Post-secondary education in engineering, construction management, or equivalent discipline.
• General knowledge of non-residential construction methods, building systems, and terminology.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of Industry experience including operational leadership experience.
• In addition, applicants will be required to demonstrate deep technical project management expertise and understanding of regulatory requirements in one or more of Aecon’s operating markets (Nuclear, Utilities, Rail, etc)

What Makes us Aecon Proud :

• Engaging and agile workplace culture, collaborative and inclusive teams
• Commitment to sustainability and to becoming a net-zero company by 2050
• Investing in our people through a variety of learning and development programs such as Aecon University, BluePrint leadership program, and Project Management Academy
• Variety of wellness benefits, access to virtual health care, 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums, Employee Assistance Program, Best Doctors Program, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Recognition and rewards through Aecon Accolades, Aecon Achievement Awards and more
• Employee Stock Options, Short Term Incentive Program, Retirement Savings and Pension Plan