Position Title:  Sr. 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 Aecon APEX Sr. Specialist is a key site role responsible for driving Aecon’s safety vision and facilitating the successful rollout and implementation of the APEX safety program across all projects. This position champions a culture of safety excellence and ensures compliance with Aecon’s core safety policies and procedures.

What You Will Do Here

• Facilitate the execution of Aecon’s APEX safety strategy across multiple projects.
• Mentor and coach EHS and Operations personnel on field implementation of core EHS programs.
• Demonstrate a proactive and positive attitude toward safety during field observations.
• Serve as a resource to project teams throughout all phases of the safety program rollout.
• Support team-building efforts with Aecon project teams to ensure program alignment.
• Collaborate with EHS to ensure accurate data collection and reporting of project findings.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and executing program timelines.
• Communicate and facilitate understanding of EHS expectations and requirements.
• Work with the APEX Lead to delegate tasks and monitor progress toward program milestones.
• Gather and analyze feedback from project teams to assess program effectiveness and satisfaction.
• Participate in program meetings to maintain open communication between all stakeholders.
• Conduct comprehensive gap assessments to ensure compliance, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure consistent and accurate implementation of Aecon’s safety policies and procedures across all project sites.
• Provide strategic support to project teams throughout all phases of the APEX program lifecycle.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and team alignment to reinforce program objectives and outcomes.
• Manage program timelines, milestones, and deliverables with a focus on strategic outcomes.
• Assist feedback collection and analysis to evaluate program effectiveness and drive enhancements.
• Chair site-level program meetings and maintain transparent communication.

What You Bring To The Team

• Strong knowledge of EHS programs and safety compliance standards.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and influence teams toward safety excellence.
• Proven experience in program rollout, planning, and execution.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset for assessing program effectiveness and driving continuous improvement.
• Leadership qualities to foster team alignment and manage strategic outcomes.

Impact and Contribution

The Aecon Utilities APEX Sr. Specialist plays a pivotal role in elevating safety standards, driving organizational change, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. This role directly influences safer work environments, operational excellence, and enhanced team engagement across Aecon’s portfolio of projects.

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.