Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Aecon Concessions; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure development firm in Canada is seeking a Continuous Improvement Assistant to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project. The role involves planning workshops, tracking actions, and promoting safety culture among project teams. Applicants should have strong organizational and interpersonal skills and relevant educational background. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized in the hiring process.

Benefits

Support for mental and physical well-being

Career development programs

Inclusive work environment initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with process, tools, personnel, and workshops.
• Follow up on Action Tracking with owners.
• Assist in triage process of incoming items.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering or Business

Tools

Electronic Document Management Systems

Job description

Location: Bowmanville, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Nuclear

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 we:

• 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!

• 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?

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon has been awarded a contract in an Aecon‑led partnership with Kiewit Nuclear Canada by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) for the execution phase on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager, this position is responsible for assisting with the deployment of Continuous Improvement activities and initiatives.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Assist with process, tools, personnel, and workshops with lessons learned.
• Assist with and plan key problem‑solving workshops, follow through and track actions with owners to ensure effectiveness of countermeasures implemented.
• Assist with Building Smarter Innovations program on site.
• Assist in triage process and categorization of incoming items to ensure closed‑loop system is being adhered to.
• Assist CI Manager in rollout and communications of Excellence in Nuclear Construction (ENC) Initiative.
• Schedule, attend and help facilitate workshops in rollout of ENC workshops.
• Follow up on Action Tracking with owners to ensure timely rollout of phased approach of ENC.
• Assist with planning activities implementation (T‑Process, Last Planner System) as implemented in project.
• Actively promote a nuclear safety culture to all levels of the project teams and support Human Performance program management.
• Gather metrics and create reports and scorecards where required.
• Train key staff and conduct paired Waste Walks both in field and office setting.
• Assist with implementation and ongoing maintenance of a BIG Room.
• Schedule, provide input and administrative oversight of Layered Leadership Models as it is kicked off in projects.
• Train project support and construction personnel on Waste Walk and Waste elimination methodologies and provide oversight where required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Post‑secondary education in Engineering or Business.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Previous experience using Electronic Document Management Systems is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to be self‑motivated and work effectively with minimal direction.
• Effective organizational skills to meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a high‑pressure work environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Valid Driver’s License.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non‑status), Metis and Inuit.

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.