Co-op Assistant Coordinator, Risk

Aecon Group Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Group Inc. in Toronto is looking for a co-op candidate to support their project controls team focusing on risk management. The role will involve data gathering for risk analysis, assisting project managers, and maintaining risk registers. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, have good communication skills, and experience with Microsoft Office. This is an 8-month opportunity with pay ranging from $23 to $28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Understanding of project management processes.
• Good communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite is required.

Responsibilities

• Support project control activities focused on risk management.
• Gather and disseminate risk-related data.
• Assist with risk analysis and benchmarking.
• Maintain risk registers and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Risk analysis

Bilingual in French and/or Spanish

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Advanced Excel

Outlook

Power Point

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

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

We are thrilled to be looking for our next co‑op candidate to support our project controls team with a focus on risk. This role will support our major projects within our civil east division in the GTA. This is an 8‑month co‑op opportunity.

What You'll Do Here

• Provide support to the project team for project control activities with a focus on risk management
• Work with various stakeholders to gather and disseminate risk related data
• Assist and support Risk Director, Project Managers and Project Controls Analysts with risk analysis, benchmarking and document initiatives
• Present findings to the projects team when required
• Analyze historical project risk information and manage and maintain risk registers
• Work with the different functional groups to provide benchmarking information and feedback on risk management accuracy, and support development as required
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

What You Bring To The Team

• Currently in a University/Technical College pursuing Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Understanding of project management, project controls or cost engineering processes
• Good communication and organizational skills are essential
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, Outlook and Power Point
• Proven track record of good performance and attendance
• Basic presentation skills
• Bilingual in French and/or Spanish is an asset

Reason for Vacancy: New

The expected pay range for this role is $23 - $28 per hour. 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.