Project Manager

Aecon Concessions; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Project Manager to oversee large-scale infrastructure projects. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in managing complex construction initiatives, with a focus on budget, quality, and schedule targets. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with contract specifications, and engage in risk management. A degree in civil engineering is preferred. This position emphasizes safety, integrity, and community impact.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Career development programs

Commitment to sustainability

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex, large scale, transportation or heavy civil infrastructure construction projects.
• Experience managing projects in a self‑performing environment.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project delivery against budget, schedule, and quality targets.
• Lead change order management and address scope requests.
• Develop strategies to mitigate project risks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Degree in civil engineering

Job description

Location: Calgary, AB, CA

Operating Sector: Transportation West & Foundations

Position Title: Project Manager

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?

As a senior member of the Major Projects West business unit, the Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all project construction is managed and delivered in accordance with the contract requirements and meets or exceeds the project goals. We have multiple positions open to service current and future work throughout Western Canada. This position will be project based.

What You'll Do Here:

• Responsible for the delivery of a project against all budget, schedule and quality targets.
• Responsible for all projects start up and close out items.
• Ensure the project team understands and protects Aecon’s interest under the Prime Contract.
• Understand and identify requests outside of contracted scope and raise any change management issues.
• Lead the process for effective change order management and resolution.
• Identify current and future risks to meeting project targets and develop strategies to mitigate any risks.
• Work closely with the Operational Vice President to ensure project risks are documented and managed.
• Ensure project team has a commercial mindset to deliver the project at or exceeding the budget.
• Thoroughly understands project specifications in order to plan procedures for construction on the basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
• Develop strong understanding of the applicable scope with knowledge of the work that is contracted and agreed upon between Aecon and the client.
• Responsible for the overall planning and scheduling to ensure that the project is constructed in a timely and cost‑effective manner.
• Implement and enforce Aecon’s corporate health and safety program.
• Maintain excellent relationships with owner, joint venture partners, consultants, subcontractors & public.
• Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules.
• Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules accordingly.
• Leads interdisciplinary team and ensures the project has capacity and expert capabilities in engineering; procurement; construction activities; finance; design management; project controls; contract management; quality; labor relations; and safety.
• Maintain a positive project culture and oversee / mentor the work of junior team members.
• Coordinate with project owners to comply with local agency and environmental issues and requirements.
• Assist in securing new work through participation in bidding and proposals.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex, large scale, transportation or heavy civil infrastructure construction projects.
• Degree in civil engineering an asset.
• Experience managing projects in a self‑performing environment.
• Experience overseeing multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and practices gained through operational or on‑site project management experience.
• Well developed leadership and people management skills.
• Experience in the construction of structures; bridges; highways; hydro‑electric dams preferred.
• Experience working with public clients.
• Experience managing a diverse group of Subcontractors.
• High level of professionalism when dealing with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation skills.

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.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.