Organization OverviewAecon Group Inc. is Canada’s largest, publicly traded construction and infrastructure development company. Aecon and its subsidiaries provide services to private and public sector clients throughout Canada and on a selected basis internationally. Aecon is pleased to be recognized as one of the Best Employers in Canada.
Business Unit OverviewAecon Mining is one of Canada’s largest mining and land reclamation contractors in the oilsands today, a position that complements our already well-established role as a leading heavy industrial contractor in the region. The division is uniquely positioned to offer clients a broad range of services, from environmental reclamation and overburden removal to civil, mechanical, and general contracting services.
Business UnitAecon Foundations
CityToronto
Province/StateOntario [ON]
TitleProject Manager
Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Vice President, the on-site Project Manager is primarily responsible for the delivery and management of one or multiple Geotechnical projects. Project sizes may vary from $0.5 million to larger size projects in lump sum scope.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accountable for all on-site project activities which may include reviewing, monitoring of sub-contractors, supervision, engineering, procurement and any other job related activities.
  • Accountable for resolution of any problems or inconsistencies which occur throughout the construction project. These may include procurement, tender processes, contract negotiations, scheduling, financial/budgeting, equipment, manpower, quality, safety standards and commissioning.
  • Supervises and coordinates various job site activities through collaboration with site Superintendents and site Project Coordinators.
  • Develop and maintain lasting relationships with owner, consultants & subcontractors
  • Prepares and reviews reports on progress, materials used, and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports in a lump sum environment.
  • Develops, maintains and ensure that effective methods of three-way communication are available to all project staff and Human Resources.
  • Ensure Aecon’s corporate health and safety program is adhered to along with project specific site regulations and requirements.
  • Ensure that companies Policies, Procedures, and work instructions are followed.
Required Knowledge & Skills
  • A minimum of 8 years of construction experience in the Foundation industry with a good track record in secant pile walls and inner-city works
  • Experienced in managing projects ranging between $.5 million to $40 million plus.
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in doing RFP’s, RFI’s, along with full execution of lump sum bidding requirements
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation is an asset or equivalent will be considered
  • A Geotechnical background would be considered an asset