Position Title:  Risk Specialist - Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE)

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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?

Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is awarded the design and works of the Scarborough Subway Extension project. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city. 

The Scarborough Transit Connect is looking to hire a qualified Risk Specialist who will be hired directly by the STC project.

What You Will Do Here:

• Coordinate and organize documentation and meetings related to Risk Assessments and relevant outcomes.
• Collaborate with multiple departments and stakeholders to assess the impact of risks on the programme.
• Create reports, presentations, and other materials to communicate status of risk within work packages and across the project on multiple levels with various stakeholders.
• Perform monthly reviews and update on open risks and opportunities.
• Lead Risk and Opportunity identification, gap analysis and horizon scanning sessions.
• Produce monthly Risk and Opportunity Dashboards
• Updating risk management processes and tools regularly, as well as analyzing and reporting on the risk status of the organization while providing feedback for improvement.
• Provide support during inspections or audits by Contracting Authorities.
• Develop and help Monitor KPIs.
• Coordinate risk management tasks as assigned between risk and compliance team.
• Participate in the overall continuous improvement, added value and cost reductions process.
• Support in continuous improvement.
• Assess the quality of both quantitative and qualitative risks.
• Ensure reliable, effective collaboration with all stakeholders.
• Abide by best practices in accordance with regulation and industry trends.
• Assist during Implementation of STC risk and compliance systems.
• Engage and provide support to risk and compliance projects as required.

• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.  

What You Bring to The Team:  

• Master’s degree educated with key understanding of managing various stakeholders and reporting to different levels, Business Administration, Analytics, Statistics, Law/Compliance or related field – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
• Professional certifications in Project Management, Change Management, stakeholder Management or senior management related fields.
• 3-4 year experience in risk/ project management.
• Experienced in working in large, complex projects, with multiple key stakeholders.
• A self starter able to perform effectively in a fast-paced, start-up environment and able to learn new systems, policies, and procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with teams across the entire organization.
• Respectful, appreciative interaction with all stakeholders and team members.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce in intercultural environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Advance Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Power BI.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity. 

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.