Position Title:  Manager, Project

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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?

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

Reporting to the Project Director, the Project Manager's primary responsibility is to provide comprehensive support to the project team. Responsibilities include managing project budget, maintaining project timeline, and reviews of Fiber drawings and submittals. 

This position is intended for near-future deployment in the Texas, California, and Florida markets; and with the ability to travel across the US as required.

What You'll Do Here: 

• Supervises and mentor’s designers, technicians, and engineers completing Joint Use pole attachment’s and or other / telecommunications designs.
• Responsible for the financial performance of a designated projects. Management of financial performance to ensure business plans targets are being met.
• Reports issues to Sr. Manager regarding financial performance, workload status, potential legal issues, and potential opportunities.
• Resolves project-level legal disputes and escalates issues to Manager.
• Prepares staff development and succession plans for key positions in the department.
• Approves all expenditures and proposal pricing within limits of authority.
• Maintains personal contact with major clients
• Ensures that all activity in the designated regions is consistent with corporate and divisional strategic plans, business plans, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Education to include Engineering, Construction Project Management etc. or combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• Experience with joint use pole line analysis. Candidate should be well verse in relevant Standards and industry practices.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Project Coordinator/Project Manager role.
• Experience in the Utility Design Industry.
• Proven leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to resolve project disputes with minimal assistance.
• Inspire and foster an environment of cooperation between different departments and co-workers.
• Availability to travel between locations
• Sound computer skills – MS Excel / Lotus, MS Word, and MS Project.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, accurately and under pressure.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and 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.