Position Title:  Forestry Superintendent

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.

Build Your Career at Aecon Six Nations 
Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.    

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!

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 Forestry Superintendent to help us get there!  

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Forestry Superintendent is responsible to ensure that projects are completed on schedule in compliance with the contracts and the job cost estimates and all the work is completed safely to acceptable standards of quality and workmanship. The Forestry Superintendent is also responsible for the management of day-to-day operations in the yard, focused on our general contracts for a variety of customers within the Utilities industry.

What You'll Do Here

• Involvement in bid review process for verification of estimated production and quantities.
• Work with EHS representatives to create and uphold project/site specific EHS programs and policies.
• Maintain a positive project culture, keeping morale high, through frequent check-ins on progress and career development.
• Directs Aecon and Non-Aecon craft labour, typically in one discipline. May have other Superintendents or junior project management staff reporting to them.
• Construction representative who works in collaboration with PMO, Quality, Design, Project Controls and all other project/site function leads for detailed project handover and setup.
• Regularly work with site Client Representative, in a professional manner, on routine work updates.
• Creation of a detailed construction schedule, in consultation with the overall project schedule.
• Must develop in-depth understanding of applicable scope, with knowledge of the work that is contracted and agreed upon between the project/site and client.
• Identify risks to PMO, assist in creation of mitigation strategies and implement if necessary.
• Identify requests outside of contracted scope, raise change management issues to PMO and implement as necessary, including schedule, materials and subcontractor updates.
• Create detailed look-ahead schedule (look ahead window as determined by project), ensuring proper staffing and materials are available when required.
• Liaise with necessary subcontractors, union representatives and regulatory bodies to ensure work can proceed as planned.
• Supervisory scope of $10 to $100 million value of work annually.

What You Bring to the Team

• An understanding of construction methodologies and practices gained through a minimum of 5 years of on-site experience leading projects and teams.
• 10 years of experience in the mechanical or utility forestry industry.
• Possession of a Land Class Herbicide Application is considered an asset.
• Applicable technical training obtained through trade certification or post-secondary education.
• Well-developed leadership skills gained through managing trade and/or non-trade teams on a construction site.
• Ability to organize own work and work of others in a complex environment.
• High level of professionalism when dealing with all internal and external stakeholders.

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.