Position Title:  Data Operations Specialist

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?

The Data Operations Specialist will support and enhance the data infrastructure that powers our enterprise AI solutions. This intermediate-level role is ideal for candidates with hands-on experience in data systems and a strong interest in enabling AI technologies through secure, scalable, and well-governed data environments.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Maintain and optimize enterprise data storage systems including various Azure & AWS storage services, SharePoint, OneDrive, Dataverse, Microsoft Graph-connected services, and storage in SaaS applications.
• Prepare and manage unstructured data (e.g., PDFs, Word documents, RFPs) for AI use cases such as Copilot and generative models.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring data governance policies and system-level access controls.
• Contribute to the design and upkeep of secure data zones for AI tools, data reporting, and analytics.
• Support the organization and maintenance of metadata, vector databases, data warehouses, and lakehouses.
• Collaborate with data owners to manage permissions and ensure proper access across teams.
• Help integrate external data sources (e.g., AWS, third-party APIs) into Microsoft’s AI ecosystem.
• Collaborate with Security, Solutions, and Infrastructure teams to identify and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans and procedures.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Post secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in data operations, cloud services, or enterprise data management.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft cloud platforms and data governance principles.
• Experience working with unstructured data and metadata management.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their data requirements.

 Preferred qualifications:

• Exposure to vector databases and semantic search technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot or similar AI tools.
• Basic knowledge of external cloud platforms like AWS or GCP.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.

Reason for vacancy: New position

The expected pay range for this opportunity is $81,500-$95,000

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.