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!

About Us

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and SNC-Lavalin located in Kincardine, Ontario. Shoreline Power Group is the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders as well as construction management and trade labor. This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

What is the Opportunity?

The Project Payroll Administrator supports the accurate and timely processing of project-based payroll and timekeeping activities. Reporting to the Project Payroll Supervisor, with dotted line reporting to the Project Finance Manager, this role plays a key part in ensuring data integrity, compliance with company policies and applicable collective agreements, and effective coordination between field teams, payroll, and finance.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date timekeeping records, performing a variety of administrative and clerical duties in support of payroll operations
• Responsible for the Time and Attendance System including employee onboarding, offboarding and crew maintenance.
• Perform payroll duties such as verifying and submitting all timesheets, audit reports, preparing new employee packages and termination/layoff forms, rate changes, and travel and board calculations.
• Assist the project managers and superintendents in tracking analysis of ongoing projects.
• Coordinate with the Time and Attendance System team to set up new employees with biometrics.
• Maintain the filing system for payroll documents in accordance with auditing procedures.
• Maintain documents for employee information including EPSCA travel and board applications.
• Provide backup for entering daily payroll via approved timesheets in SAP.
• Collect, and verify daily labour timesheets for data Payroll entry and processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Team:

• 1–3 years of payroll, timekeeping, or administrative experience, preferably within a construction or project-based environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) for payroll processing and reporting considered an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), with strong Excel skills for data tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with site teams, payroll, and finance stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in data entry and record maintenance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable, with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support peers and contribute to overall project success.

Due to the nature of work conducted by Shoreline, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.

Our background check process includes a full security check and clearance process as well as reference checks. The security clearance process includes a comprehensive list of previous residences, employment, education, and other pertinent information. Those with a valid Bruce Power security clearance are strongly preferred.

Reason for vacancy: Replacement

The expected salary range for this opportunity is $50,000-$56,000

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, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.