Position Title:  Immigration & Mobility Business Partner

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?

As the Business Partner, Immigration & Mobility, you will collaborate with the I&M team and use your expertise and strategic thinking to provide trusted support to the Human Resources teams and operational business units. 

What You’ll Do Here:

• Serve as a trusted advisor on U.S., Canadian, and international immigration and tax laws, supporting employee relocations and cross-border transitions.
• Provide end-to-end mobility support, including visa/work permit research, LMIA and Canadian work permit processing, US Visa Processing, including Permanent Residency and Green Card support and relocation logistics.
• Liaise with HR, payroll, tax, and operations to ensure smooth transitions for international assignees and their families.
• Manage tax compliance processes, including secondment agreements, certificates of coverage, TEQ tracking, and coordination with accountants for tax filings.
• Maintain and audit employee records, track work permit/passport expirations, and ensure compliance with government regulations.
• Develop and maintain mobility documentation, including templates, checklists, policies, and a U.S. mobility playbook.
• Conduct research and benchmarking on immigration legislation and best practices; contribute to strategic program development.
• Track international travel and taxable benefits; maintain centralized data systems for reporting and analytics.
• Coordinate relocation services such as housing, shipping, banking, school enrollment, and vehicle assignments.
• Build and manage relationships with external vendors (e.g., realtors, movers, tax advisors, relocation providers, immigration lawyers).
• Generate reports using SAP and support leadership with data-driven insights.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive employee information.
• Participate in special projects and contribute to continuous improvement of global mobility programs. 

What You Bring to the Team:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resource Management or related field 
• 5+ years of experience in global mobility and immigration.
• Experience with cross-border tax processes and managing the life cycle of both Canadian and US mobility programs.
• Strong understanding of Canadian and US immigration laws and filing applications.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and matrixed environment with high resiliency.
• Superior problem-solving skills and ability to develop agile, effective solutions to complex issues.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong reporting and analytical skills.
• Adept at driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), SAP, and SuccessFactors.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
• CERC designation is an asset.

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.