Assistant Project Manager

Aecon Group Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Group Inc. is seeking a project management professional to assist in the planning and execution of various construction projects in Mississauga, Peel Region. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field, along with 2+ years of experience in the construction domain.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 annually. The successful candidate will play a critical role in scheduling, cost tracking, procurement, and client coordination, with opportunities for career advancement.

Aecon promotes diversity and inclusion within its workforce, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in construction project management (utility, substation, transmission, or distribution experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of project management fundamentals, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera, or Procore is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self‑motivated, team oriented, and eager to learn.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution of assigned projects.
• Support estimating, bid preparation, and proposal development.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, cost reports, and progress updates.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries to support field operations.
• Manage project documentation, including RFIs, change orders, and client reporting.
• Monitor financial performance, forecast costs, and ensure adherence to budgets.
• Collaborate with field teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to quality standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, client briefings, and internal reviews.
• Provide support during storm restoration and emergency response activities.
• Contribute to process improvements to streamline project execution.

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self‑perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large‑scale site development. The APM will work closely with Project Managers, Field Operations, and Engineering teams, playing a critical role in scheduling, cost tracking, procurement, and client coordination. This role offers clear career advancement toward a Project Manager position.

What You’ll Do Here

• Assist Project Managers in planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution of assigned projects.
• Support estimating, bid preparation, and proposal development.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, cost reports, and progress updates.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries to support field operations.
• Manage project documentation, including RFIs, change orders, and client reporting.
• Monitor financial performance, forecast costs, and ensure adherence to budgets.
• Collaborate with field teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to quality standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, client briefings, and internal reviews.
• Provide support during storm restoration and emergency response activities.
• Contribute to process improvements to streamline project execution.

What You Bring To The Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in construction project management (utility, substation, transmission, or distribution experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of project management fundamentals, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera, or Procore is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self‑motivated, team oriented, and eager to learn.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.

The expected pay range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000 per year. Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

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.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.