Position Title:  Planner

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 First. 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 responsibility 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!

Aecon Construction Group Inc. is the largest publicly traded construction and infrastructure development company in Canada. Aecon’s expertise covers the full range of services, including design and construction, financing, operating, procurement, and project management.  Aecon Group and its predecessor companies have helped build many of Canada's most famous infrastructure landmarks, including the CN Tower, St. Lawrence Seaway, Highway 407 Express Toll Route, Vancouver Sky Train, and the Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, among others.

Company operating name: Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc.

Business legal name: Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc.

Business address: 20 Carlson Court, Suite 105 Toronto, Ontario M9W 7K6  

Title of position: Planner

NOC: NOC 13201 – Production and transportation logistics coordinators

Location of Work: Toronto, Ontario and across Canada  

Office Location: Work is located at 20 Carlson Court, Suite 105 Toronto, ON and Aecon sites across Canada  

Terms of Employment: This is a full-time, permanent position

Employment Conditions: Day, Morning, Evening

Start Date: As soon as possible

Number of positions: 1

Travel Requirements: Travel will be required to Aecon’s sites throughout Canada

Language: Must speak, read, and write in English

Key Responsibilities

Aecon is currently seeking a Planner to join our transformative infrastructure project within the GTA. Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Planner is responsible for ensuring high-quality deliverables and satisfaction.

• Performs and/or coordinates, collects, verifies, and integrates the work scope for all entities into the total project plan.
• Reviews the representation of project scope in schedules
• Develops and maintains all the required project schedules and ensures integrity of data across the entire project life cycle
• Creation and implementation of key scheduling requirements such as bespoke activity coding, naming conventions, client requirements management protocol, project calendars and resource and plant data libraries
• Supports resource planning and analysis
• Forecasts the requirement of various types of resources including labor, materials, and equipment over the course of the project based on work front’s analysis
• Prepares required progress reports and dashboards to provide project status updates to all internal and external clients
• Analyzes schedule variance, float and trending and monitor schedule KPIs
• Supports progress measurement process and analyze progress and performance data
• Performs audits on various schedules including those produced by subcontractors and prepares all required output documents
• Collaborates with all cross functional teams to maintain, add, or modify the schedule data and plans
• Supports schedule 5D integration process with the 3D model and cost and report the outputs which includes cash flow and sequence simulations
• Creates and maintains a collaborative culture and environment that is open, inclusive and respectful

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years planning experience in mega projects
• 2-3 years’ experience in planning, scheduling and managing complex projects
• 2-3 years’ experience of project Planning and Scheduling software which may include Primavera P6
• 2-3 years' experience of 4D % 5D planning using Synchro or similar.
• Proven problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability

Compensation and Benefits

• $70,000 to $80,000 annually
• Work 37.5 hours/week
• Health benefits, such as prescription drug, medical services, dental and vision, and emergency out-of-country coverage, administered through our carrier, Canada Life
• Income replacement benefits such as short and long term disability insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Investment plans, such as a Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement savings Plan (RRSP), Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee and family wellness tools, as offered through our Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation and other paid and unpaid leaves of absence programs
• Other benefits such as tuition reimbursement, employee discounts and subsidies
• Might be eligible to receive annual pay increases and bonuses in excess of 2% as determined by the company and consistent with current market standards

Working Conditions and Environment

• Primary work location at 20 Carlson Court, Suite 105 Toronto, ON M9W 7K6 with work and travel required throughout Canada
• Project, training and business-related travel required
• Exposure to construction work site environment in all seasons
• Relocation within Canada may be required. Relocation costs covered by employer

Contact Information and How to Apply:

Mail: Suite 105, 20 Carlson Court, Toronto, Ontario M9W 7K6

Telephone: 416-297-2600

Fax: 403-695-3090

Email: gmrecruitment@aecon.com

Website: www.aecon.com

Aecon is an equal opportunity employer.

Upon request, Aecon accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

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.