Advisor, Project

Aecon Concessions; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a leader in infrastructure development! As an Electrical Project Advisor, you will play a crucial role in delivering innovative utility construction projects across Canada. This position involves a blend of office and fieldwork, where you will provide essential insights to the engineering team, conduct constructability reviews, and ensure safe and efficient practices are upheld. With a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and accountability, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while fostering an inclusive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and advancing your career in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Mental Health Support Services

Career Development Programs

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Training

Employee Resource Groups

Sustainable Construction Initiatives

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of electrical distribution system theory and operations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct constructability reviews and collaborate with the engineering team.
• Provide training on construction practices and assist in engineering investigations.

Skills

Electrical Distribution System Theory

Problem Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

Post-secondary education in Electrical/Civil Engineering

Architectural Program

Tools

MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

SPIDACalc

QuickPole

PLS-CADD

Job description

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Telecommunications

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.

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?

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for an Electrical Project Advisor to help us get there!

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, the Electrical Project Advisor will provide and assist the team with a diverse skill set that involves a split of work from the office and the field providing essential feedback, concerns and insight to the design engineering team.

What You'll Do Here:

• Conduct constructability reviews and work closely with the engineering team.
• Provide training to both the field and engineering team on construction practices.
• Carry out Engineering Investigations for system updates and upgrades.
• Arrange and carry out checks of joint use facilities within the scope of work.
• Make recommendations to supervisor or others on various technical aspects of the distribution system.
• Prepare and report job estimates including instruction order with activities, taking into consideration such variables as structures, spans, soil types, components, and work methods based on field observations and input from supervisors.
• Assist in negotiating property settlements related to the acquisition of easement rights, maintenance agreements related to tree cutting rights, leases and power installation modifications within the scope of distribution lines.
• Provide field data for engineering studies.
• Review field survey data and engineering designs.
• Assist in the creation and review of bill of materials.
• Able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Prolonged sedentary positioning.
• Possible travel may be required.
• 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:

• Post-secondary education in Electrical/Civil Engineering or Architectural program.
• Requires knowledge of electrical distribution system theory including performance of distribution line and station operations, mathematics, and computer and essential software needs.
• Requires proficiency in English to prepare correspondence and technical reporting as well as to deal effectively with others while assisting with questions and inquiries.
• Good written and verbal communication skills (preparation and proofreading of documents and dealing with customers).
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with poise and confidence.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload, handling various job responsibilities at once (arranging meetings, phone messages, correspondence, etc.).
• Professional interaction with all levels of staff within the organization from front line to leadership team.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Training in Safety and experience in the construction industry.
• Requires demonstrated problem solving skills with emphasis to thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with utilizing pole analysis software, including (but not limited to): SPIDACalc, QuickPole, and PLS-CADD is considered an asset.

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.