Position Title:  Superintendent

Build Your Career at Aecon

Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.  

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!  

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

Aecon is looking for Superintendents to provide technical knowledge and experise to the project team and sub-trades to ensure compliance with all the design drawings, engineering standards, codes and specifications. 

What You’ll Do Here:

• Promote, lead, and execute a Safety-First culture for all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants
• Promote safety in all activities and engage in safe work plan development, hazard assessments, FLRAs and mentorship with crew
• Provide guidance to team members by leading safety meetings and inspections
• Track and report project, quality control, resource requirements and customer or employee relations to the General Superintendent
• Oversee the job site and ensure Foreperson compliance with all assignments, project policies and procedures
• Drive quality, efficiency, and productivity of work crews
• Direct foreperson on productivity issues and monitor the work performance, working with the crews to overcome challenges
• Follow project plans and budgets while ensuring the foreperson and crews perform to meet production goals
• Understand the scope and sequencing of work, support Foreperson to plan and prioritize the work, effectively redirect crews and equipment to assigned tasks and minimize downtime on sites
• Contribute to the development of a construction plan
• Responsible for supervising multiple crews and subcontractors 
• Develop construction work methods.  Plan materials, equipment needs and work schedule for civil operations
• Review daily work schedule and productions with Field Engineers and General Superintendent and update monthly schedule
• Review and understand the projects’ plans and specifications to support job set up activities•DOT project experience preferred
• Strong adherence and promotion to OSHA and Project Specific Safety Policies
• Document daily field activities and provide technical input to identify and resolve design problems
• Determine crew structure for optimal performance on projects
• Present production work plan to crews
• Works with Quality Staff to coordinate proper inspections and testing for assigned scopes of work
• Responsible for ordering and coordinating equipment and materials to complete production on budget and schedule
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team:

• 8-10 years minimum in a supervisory position within the construction industry:  civil, roads, bridges, tunnels etc.
• Hard working person with attention to detail
• Construction site experience required
• Education to include engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training or related experience
• Able to use drafting software to develop construction means and method plans
• Good understanding of how to read engineering drawings, documents and site plans
• Experience with and understanding of Engineering tools/equipment, automated systems, remote tooling systems
• Excellent Computer skills including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills in communicating with a large team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work the project schedule which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Flexibility to work in both field and office

What Makes us Aecon Proud:

• Engaging and agile workplace culture, collaborative and inclusive teams
• Commitment to sustainability and to becoming a net-zero company by 2050
• Investing in our people through a variety of learning and development programs such as Aecon University, BluePrint leadership program, and Project Management Academy
• Variety of wellness benefits, access to virtual health care, 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums, Employee Assistance Program, Best Doctors Program, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Recognition and rewards through Aecon Accolades, Aecon Achievement Awards and more
• Employee Stock Options, Short Term Incentive Program, Retirement Savings and Pension Plan

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. If you require accommodation during any step of the application process, please click here.