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Date:  Apr 26, 2026
Location: 

Charlotte, NC, US

Operating Sector:  Nuclear

Position Title:  Manager, Project Engineering (Conventional)

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
 
Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrivce.
 
At Aecon, you can count on:
  • Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.
 
We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.
 
At Aecon we:
  • Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Be intentional about investing in your development. We support career growth and skill advancement through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.
  • Commit to creating woark environments grounded in mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. This is supported through meaningful initiatives and training, partnerships with Veteran groups, Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that help us build top talent and harness our collective strengths across our culture.
  • Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all projects and the communities we serve.
 
Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.
 

What is the Opportunity?

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations. 

 

In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc. Aecon and United have a proven working relationship and the United team continues to operate in the market as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company. 

 

United Engineers and Constructors, an Aecon Company, is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to support engineering and design for Conventional Power Generating Stations. The successful candidate will lead the project engineering effort, working as a liaison with the clients. partners and with a team of Engineers and Designers on the support of conceptual, preliminary and detailed engineering and design development, working on engineering only tasks and/or in conjunction with fully integrated Engineering, Procurement and Construction project scopes of work.

 

 

What You'll Do Here:

  • Serve as primary representative for UECI as a liaison between the client, partners and engineering team. 
  • Provide engineering management and guidance to subordinate staff, enforces company and project policies. 
  • Plans and manage work activities to ensure successful project execution while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and budget adherence. 
  • Often working under the supervision of a Project Manager or above, demonstrates and provides project leadership in their area of responsibility. 
  • Supervises and delegates tasks among project staff. 
  • Monitors day-to-day activities and consistently demonstrates the ability to proactively identify potential project problems or opportunities, analyze the issues using all appropriate resources, develop alternatives, and arrive at the most optimum approach to mitigate problems or exploit opportunities. 
  • Demonstrates knowledge of resources and capabilities of other groups for appropriate incorporation into project organization. 
  • Clearly understands the scope of work and contract requirements or those requirements that pertain to his/her area of responsibility. 
  • Supports or conducts formal status reporting and presentations to client and/or management. 

 

 

What You Bring To The Team:

  • B.S. Engineering Degree from an accredited university in an Engineering Discipline
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License in any State with ability to be licensed in other States by Comity depending on position level. 
  • Minimum 6 years of experience working with power generation plant engineering and design, with respect to new generation and/or plant modifications.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a leadership position or supervisory capacity.  
  • Ability to manage projects of moderate size and complexity.
  • Takes ownership of engineering work performed on a project.
  • Experience working with others in a Project Team environment.
  • Strong written and oral communications skills. 
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work in a multi-tasked environment.
  • Basic understanding of project performance metrics (PI and SPI).
  • Field experience, and ability to perform site walk-downs. 

 

Pay and Benefits: 

Pay Range: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

 

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.  

 

  • Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
  • 401K (comprehensive match plan) 
  • Paid Vacation - (vacation/wellness days)
  • Health and Wellness Home Benefit - (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
  • Tuition Reimbursement - (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
  • Green Home Energy Benefit ( A subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)

 

Aecon fosters 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.


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