Position Title:  Track Construction Manager - GO Rail Expansion (RER)

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?

Aecon is currently seeking a Track Construction Manager to join the GO Rail Expansion (RER) project, located in the Greater Toronto Area. This transformational project is the largest capital infrastructure project in Ontario’s historic GO Rail Expansion program! 

What You'll Do Here:

• Support definition of method statements.
• Responsible for working collaborative with the CJV procurement department providing ongoing support to the procurement process regarding supplies, rentals/leasing and subcontractors.
• Part of training programs for local staff, when it comes to Track Works, both for development of content and as a trainer.
• Plan and manage works (own staff, subcontracted staff, owned equipment, leased equipment) monitoring the overall progress of the project and taking corrective action where necessary and as appropriate.
• Attend to meetings with the client. The purpose of these meetings will include but will not be limited to: provide updates on the progress of the different workstreams; presentation of business cases, proposals, strategies; resolution of comments and questions; and obtain approvals on the initiatives and proposals made by the CJV.
• Support the rest of the departments: Planning, Cost control, Estimating, Scheduling, Design/technical office, HS, Qa/Qc.
• Liase with key stakeholders (i.e. subcontractors, client, union representatives, etc) to ensure that work can proceed as planned:
  • Identify risk and make recommendations for mitigation strategies
  • Manage variations in the agreements
  • Oversee invoicing
• Flexibile and able to adapt to different shifts.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Bring To The Team:

• Engineering or construction management degree.
• 10+ years working in a similar role with prior management experience.
• Demonstrated contract and financial management experience.
• Consultancy experience in railway projects.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English both spoken and written, in a professional environment, or provable ability to get this level in no more than three months.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to different environments (Different resources, different requirements/rules, differences in human resources management) and shifting priorities.
• Design experience in railway projects.
• European English Certificate level C1-C2 (CEFR) or equivalent.
• Experience working in Metrolinx and Class I railroads environments is an asset.
• Knowledge in BIM and collaborative procedures is an asset.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity. 

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.