Data Steward

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Toronto is seeking a Data Steward to join their Enterprise Analytics and Data Governance team. The role involves maintaining the Business Glossary and ensuring accurate data classification. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in data governance or management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Leadership development programs

Health and wellness support

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Data Governance or Management.
• Ability to organize large amounts of data.
• Experience creating data standards in construction systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME knowledge on relevant data models.
• Maintain Business Glossary and Data Dictionary.
• Collaborate with IS and Security teams for data classification.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Data organization

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field

Tools

SQL

Data modeling tools

SAP

Job description

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!

• 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 the Data Steward, you will be a key member of the BPMO – Enterprise Analytics and Data Governance (EADG) team, working closely with the IS team and business units to enable trusted, reusable, and relevant data to be accessible. Additionally, you will be an owner of the Business Glossary and the Data Dictionary, with the goal to maintain visibility of the current data inventory and data landscape.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Establish and provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge on relevant data models, operating standards, policies, and rules to business users, Data Analysts, and Data Engineers.
• Own and set the baseline for the Business Glossary and Data Dictionary with Information Service (IS) team.
• Collaborate with the Information Security team and data owners to define, co‑own, and enforce data classification (e.g. Contents, sensitivity, value) policy.
• Through establishing data validations and communication with data owners, ensure data is accurately categorized and classified for consistent application across the organization.
• Ensure search criteria and filters help data consumers find relevant data.
• Provide profiling information and data lineage to all data users to establish end‑user trust in the data that is made available to them.
• Address issues identified by data users in the Business Glossary and Data Dictionary to ensure data relevancy and discoverability.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts for data discovery—to locate the required analytical data in the source systems, ensuring the correct data is made available to end users and simplifying data engineering processes for IS counterparts.
• Ensure metadata is accurately linked and updated for critical data elements.
• Use data cataloging tools and metadata repositories to document and organize data assets.
• Guide data profiling and quality assessment processes.
• Review and refine the catalog establishment process for relevancy and usability.
• Implement and enforce data classification policy and best practices.

What You Bring to the Team:

• An undergraduate degree in computer science, information management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Certifications in Data Governance or Data Management (e.g., DAMA, CDMP, DCAM) are considered an asset.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in Data Governance and/or Data Management or analysis working with non‑residential construction data and related processes.
• Ability to decipher and organize large amounts of data.
• An analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills, coupled with the ability to identify complex problems and discuss resolutions clearly and in non‑technical terms.
• Experience creating and implementing data standards in systems used by construction companies, including construction schedules from P6.
• Committed to following a standard intake and prioritization process.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with cross‑functional teams.
• An ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
• Strong support experience and excellent documentation skills.
• Experience with SQL and data modeling tools is a plus.
• Knowledge in SAP is a plus.

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.