Construction Manager

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon, a leader in infrastructure development, is seeking a Construction Manager/General Superintendent to oversee major infrastructure projects in Toronto. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring safety standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a technical diploma and a minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management.

Benefits

Mental, emotional, and physical well-being support

Career development programs

Diversity and inclusion training

Sustainable construction initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in operational leadership roles.
• Experience on heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical construction principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project safety performance and support field engagement.
• Manage costs and project controls.
• Resolve project-level legal disputes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

Technical college diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Project

Job description

It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to [e-mail]

Date: May 21, 2025

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Transportation West & Foundations

Position Title: Construction Manager

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?

Aecon Foundations is a leader in the Canadian Foundations industry. From shoring systems to foundation piling of all types; Aecon Foundations brings the Aecon advantage to all of our market sectors and acts as a strong partner from project initiation, design development, field testing, and execution.

Reporting to the Project Director, the Construction Manager/General Superintendent will play an integral role in managing the day-to-day operations of a major infrastructure, joint venture project in the Toronto area.

What You'll Do Here:

• Oversee project safety performance and support field engagement through safety inspections and audits. Support Safety Advisors in any required safety investigations and ensure that corrective actions are implemented.
• Work collaboratively with Project Director/Joint Venture Partners to deliver construction projects.
• Oversee the construction of subterranean foundation work in an urban work environment.
• Schedule, plan, and oversee execution of construction operations including manpower and equipment.
• Manage costs and project controls.
• Manage and oversee the performance of key subcontractors to ensure work is executed according to project safety and quality standards.
• Manage key relationships with subcontractors, local unions, and joint venture partners.
• Have a strong understanding of commercial terms and subcontractor responsibilities.
• Ensure that all activity on the designated project aligns with corporate and divisional strategic plans, business plans, policies, and procedures.
• Resolve project-level legal disputes and escalate issues to the Project Director.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring To The Team:

• Education including a technical college diploma or a combination of technical training and related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operational leadership roles such as Project Manager, Construction Manager, or General Superintendent.
• Construction experience working on heavy civil infrastructure projects, foundations, and/or LRT.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical construction principles.
• Experience working with local unions, understanding union agreements and labor law.
• Experience with planning and executing work while maintaining safe work practices and quality standards.
• Experience with joint venture projects is an asset.
• Experience in planning, scheduling, and resource balancing for projects of various sizes.
• Experience with contract management and strong commercial acumen.
• Proven leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to resolve project disputes with minimal assistance.
• Ability to foster cooperation across departments and teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively in both office and site environments.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Project.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, accurately, and under pressure.
• Capability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to accessibility and accommodating persons with disabilities during the application process under the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). If you require accommodation, please click here.