Position Title:  Co-op, Project Coordinator

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?

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

Hiring for Tristar Airport Group, the 16 - month Co-op, Project Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to supports project management by providing data analysis, tracking costs, productivity, schedules, and preparing reports, estimates, and quantity take-offs.
Coordinates with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams while maintaining project documentation, drawings, and technical support for field staff. . Candidate will need to be flexible enough/ available to travel to job sites across the country. 

What You'll Do Here:

• Provide Management with data and project analysis
• Review contract documents, construction drawings, generate procurement list, RFIs, Change Orders, etc. as necessary
• Track productivity, costs, and progress on projects
• Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings as required
• Liaise with and inform stakeholders, vendors, owners on project schedule
• Monitor progress and assist in the provision of job cost reports to management on active projects
• Provide data and input for month-end reconciliation
•  Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects
• Provide technical support to field staff
• Assist in the coordination, preparation and submission of as-built drawings and design drawings
• Assist in the preparation, review, maintenance and approval of Engineering drawings and related documents
• Gather field information and assist in the preparation of project bill of materials
• Assist in the preparation of detailed construction and design estimates
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal departments
• Other administrative duties as required
• Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Able to be flexible and available to travel to job sites across the country

What You Bring to the Team:

• 3rd-year or 4th year student from the Civil Engineering/ Technologist / Construction Management programs
• Experience in the construction industry is a strong asset
• Experience in the utility industry is a strong asset
• Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents
• Sound computer skills – MS Excel / Lotus, MS Word, MS Project
• Strong communication skills – oral and written
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines
•   Ability to work with others as a team
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Willing to travel in as required

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.