Position Title:  Manager, Construction

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 First. 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 responsibility 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?

Aecon Industrial is currently seeking a construction manager to support future projects in the United States. We’re seeking someone results driven and passionate about construction.

Reporting to the Project Director, the construction manager will direct and be accountable for all pre-execution planning activities to ensure all necessary construction packages have been readied and available for use. The construction manager will be responsible for all site execution matters, including direct-hire and subcontracted labour supervision, safe and timely performance of the work, and ensuring quality standards are maintained.

NOTE: This position is located in Houston, Texas

What You'll Do Here:

Accountable for ensuring all construction project management activities are successfully executed, including;

• 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

• Prepares staff development and succession plans for key positions

• Establishes and maintains relationships with clients, subcontractors, unions

• Ensures that all activity in the designated regions is consistent with corporate and divisional strategic plans, business plans, policies and procedures.

• Drives exceptional safety performance and culture within the business

• Ensures all project reporting is accurate and timely

• Oversees testing, quality, and safety

• Demonstrates commercial acumen to protect profits and improve margins

Is also responsible for:

• Business development, including participation in costing and estimating activities and risk analysis

• Financial forecasting and contributing to creation of revenue targets

• Overseeing procurement including materials and subcontractors

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.

• Must have the ability to handle all matters in a confident and professional manner.

• Excellent organization, communication, and Client relationship skills.

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.