Sr. Manager, Transmission Project

Aecon Concessions; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions in Calgary, AB is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale transmission projects from development through construction and closeout. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and key stakeholder relationships including regulators and Indigenous communities to ensure successful project execution.

The role requires 10+ years of PM experience in utilities or linear infrastructure, strong leadership and communication skills, and willingness to travel to

Qualifications

• Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years of project management experience in utilities, transmission, or linear infrastructure.
• Experience leading portfolios with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project delivery, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, cost, and environmental objectives are met.
• Manage engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Oversee project governance, risk management, budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting.
• Lead contractor and consultant procurement, contract administration, and performance management.
• Coordinate technical and operational teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, municipalities, utilities, landowners, and Indigenous partners.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Job description

Position Title: Sr. Manager, Transmission Project

Location: Calgary, AB, CA

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 programs, 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.

What is the Opportunity?

Faster.Smarter.Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Project Manager to help us get there!

The Senior Project Manager leads the delivery of large-scale high voltage transmission and linear infrastructure projects from development through construction, commissioning, and closeout. This role manages multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and key stakeholder relationships, including regulators, customers, and Indigenous communities, to ensure successful project execution.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Lead all phases of project delivery, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, cost, and environmental objectives are met.
• Manage engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Oversee project governance, risk management, budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting.
• Lead contractor and consultant procurement, contract administration, and performance management.
• Coordinate technical and operational teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, municipalities, utilities, landowners, and Indigenous partners.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading project portfolios with multiple priorities.
• 10+ years of project management experience in utilities, transmission, substations, construction, or related linear infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with contract management, project controls, and construction execution.
• Willingness to travel and work on project sites as required.

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.