Designer, Project

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

Job summary

A leading Canadian infrastructure firm is hiring a Project Designer in Toronto to develop high-level telecom designs for FTTH and OSP infrastructure builds. You will work with survey data and engineering inputs to create accurate plans, validate utilities, and manage submissions for municipal consent. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of telecom design experience and strong proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS systems. This role offers a collaborative environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of telecom design experience with emphasis on High-Level Design (HLD).
• Ability to read base maps and utility records.
• Understanding of aerial vs. underground constructability is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop FTTH/OSP/ISP High-Level Designs including routing.
• Validate base mapping and flag conflicts early.
• Package HLDs for Document Control and coordinate submissions.

Skills

Telecom design experience

AutoCAD proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

ESRI/GIS

Google Earth/KMZ

Job description

Position Title: Designer, Project

Location: Toronto, ON, CA Lachine, Quebec, CA

Operating Sector: Telecommunications

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!

Company & Position Overview

Faster.Smarter.Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. At Aecon Utilities, we’re committed to delivering infrastructure projects that are not only efficient and innovative but also grounded in safety and sustainability. Our mission is clear: to be the partner of choice in utility construction by driving excellence in everything we do.

As part of Aecon’s Utilities sector, the Aecon Utility Engineer (AUE) team plays a pivotal role in supporting construction through in‑house engineering expertise. AUE is dedicated to enhancing project outcomes by integrating value‑added quality management assurance programs that meet and exceed client expectations.

We’re looking for passionate professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to contribute to impactful projects that shape communities. If you're driven by purpose and want to be part of a team that builds with integrity and innovation, Aecon Utilities is where your career can thrive.

What is the Opportunity?

AUE is seeking a Project Designer to develop high‑level telecom designs that support the planning and execution of FTTH and OSP infrastructure builds. You will work closely with survey data, GIS platforms, and engineering inputs to produce accurate, constructible plans while coordinating across CAD, permitting, and QA teams.

What You'll Do Here

• Develop FTTH/OSP/ISP High‑Level Designs (HLD), including feeder/distribution routing, boundary definitions, handhole/chamber concepts, and preliminary splice/segmentation strategy.
• Ingest survey and Geomatics inputs (i.e., LiDAR, RTK, IKE pole audits) and client/municipal GIS to inform routing decisions.
• Validate base mapping, utilities, and right‑of‑way constraints; flag conflicts and propose mitigations early in the design process.
• Author HLD drawings using Aecon’s telecom title‑block and plan standards (Data Extract, Conduit Plan, Cable Plan, 500/601 sheets); maintain version control.
• Use AutoCAD and applicable design rules; familiarity with ESRI/GIS and client platforms is beneficial.
• Run internal reviews and resolve comments through the Comment Resolution Matrix (CRM) process prior to submission.
• Package HLDs for Document Control and coordinate with CAD/Permitting teams for Municipal Consent (MC), permit applications, and LLD/IFC development.
• Support QA/QC readiness for design audits and contribute to lessons learned and template improvements.

What You Bring to the Team

• 2+ years of telecom design experience (FTTH/OSP/ISP), with emphasis on High‑Level Design (HLD) or conceptual design; understanding of aerial vs. underground constructability is an asset.
• Ability to read base maps, utility records, and municipal standards; strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, ESRI/GIS, Google Earth/KMZ, and client systems is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint); committed to safety and quality standards.
• Post‑secondary education in Electrical/Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related program is considered an asset.

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.