Position Title:  Jr. Project Coordinator Co-op (4-Months)

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.
• 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. 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!

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon has been awarded a contract in an Aecon-led partnership with Kiewit Nuclear Canada by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) for the execution phase on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

The Jr. Project Coordinator Co-op is a highly motivated self-starter who will assist in various areas of our project, depending on business requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of Comprehensive Work Package in cooperation with construction and engineering.
• Identify, report, and secure approval for deviations from the design documents as they occur and before release to construction.
• Provide assurance that construction activities are performed in accordance with written and approved policy, standards, programs and applicable procedures.
• Provide and ensure effectiveness of the liaison function between field trades and design engineers for problem resolution and information flow.
• Provides status and progress reports to project team, and management.
• Establish and maintain interfaces with other internal groups, subcontractors and suppliers supporting the project.
• Develop and write detailed work plans in cooperation with construction leads.
• Maintain high standards related to final product quality.
• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
• Coordinates preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, as built drawings, turnover documents, etc.
• Reviews project design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, contract requirements and related specifications.
• Coordinates activities relating to technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Interfaces with team members to provide project status reports and ensures project needs are met.
• Assists and monitors safety programs and statistics as required.
• Active involvement in quality assurance with regards to understating and implementing policies and procedures.
• Utilize 3D modeling to support construction work.
• Other duties assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Pursuing a post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical) is preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Proficient written (report writing) communication skills.
• Knowledge of SharePoint applications an asset.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Strong Interpersonal skills in communicating with a large team.
• Knowledge of Aconex, Bluebeam, Excel is an asset.
• Able to read blueprints is an asset.
• Valid G license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to work in-person at site office/trailer.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.

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 objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.