Project Coordinator [New to Nuclear]

Aecon Group Inc.; Pickering; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Group Inc. in Canada is delivering some of the nation’s most complex and safety-critical infrastructure projects as part of the nuclear life-extension and refurbishment program.

We are seeking Project Coordinators with strong planning, coordination, and execution experience gained in highly regulated environments. Direct nuclear experience is not required; onboarding and structured training will apply transferable skills to major capital programs while supporting Canada’s clean-energy

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience supporting technically complex projects.
• Experience coordinating across engineering, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing.
• Proficiency with schedules, milestones and change control.
• Ability to manage documentation and records in regulated environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules, milestones, and deliverables across engineering, construction, quality, safety, and procurement.
• Track progress, risks, action items, and dependencies; escalate issues as needed.
• Support development and maintenance of work packages, plans, and execution docs.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including material readiness, tracking, and documentation.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, minutes, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Support field execution activities, including readiness, shift reporting, and close-out docs.
• Assist with project controls, cost tracking, and change management.
• Promote safety culture and compliance with quality/regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project coordination

Schedule integration

Documentation control

Cross-functional coordination

Regulated environments

MS Office proficiency

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment. Safety Always is not only our #1 core value - it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won't just build your career - you'll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus - today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation - we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon We

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity program, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement - values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you're inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

Project Coordinator [New to Nuclear]

Aecon is delivering some of Canada’s most complex and safety-critical infrastructure projects as part of the nuclear life-extension and refurbishment program.

What is the Opportunity?

We are seeking Project Coordinators with strong planning, coordination, and execution experience gained in complex, highly regulated, or technically demanding environments.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your transferable skills to major capital infrastructure programs while contributing to work that supports the long-term reliability of Canada’s clean-energy supply.

If you're motivated by disciplined execution, precision, and work with lasting national impact, this role offers the opportunity to grow your career within the nuclear sector.

New to Nuclear?

Direct nuclear experience is not required. Experienced professionals with strong backgrounds in automotive, manufacturing, or other similarly regulated environments will be supported through structured onboarding and training, and are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do Here

• Coordinating project schedules, milestones, and deliverables across engineering, construction, quality, safety, and procurement
• Tracking progress, risks, action items, and dependencies; escalating issues as required
• Supporting development and maintenance of work packages, plans, and execution documentation
• Coordinating procurement activities, including material readiness, tracking, and documentation
• Preparing project reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, and presentations for internal and client stakeholders
• Supporting field execution activities, including readiness, shift reporting, and close‑out documentation
• Assisting with project controls, cost tracking, and change management
• Promoting a strong safety culture and adherence to quality and regulatory requirements

Skills

Skills & Experience That Transfer Well to Nuclear

• Program or project coordination supporting engineering, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing teams
• Experience with structured schedules, milestones, and change control
• Managing documentation, configuration, and compliance in regulated environments
• Reporting project performance, risks, and KPIs to senior stakeholders
• Coordinating multi-trade or multidiscipline project scopes
• Supporting CAPEX projects, plant upgrades, shutdowns, or complex installations
• Managing schedules, materials, vendors, and deliverables in safety-critical environments
• Working within formal quality, safety, and procedural frameworks

What You Bring To The Table

• 3-5+ years of experience supporting technically complex projects, processes, or programs, including schedule integration, document control and records management, reporting, and cross‑functional stakeholder coordination across multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing or similarly regulated / safety‑critical environments
• Process-driven with a strong organization and prioritization skills, with experience navigating multiple stakeholders and dependencies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience using project scheduling, tracking using commercial or in‑house project management