Pre-Construction Manager, Civil Infrastructure

Aecon Concessions; Massilly; Sur place; CAD 80 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Pre-Construction Manager to lead major civil infrastructure projects. This role involves driving capture strategies for large-scale pursuits, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring successful project execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil infrastructure, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety and sustainability. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to building impactful infrastructure that enhances communities and powers economies. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant difference in the construction sector while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Prestations

Mental Health Support

Career Development Programs

Diversity and Inclusion Training

Sustainable Construction Initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years in civil infrastructure with supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and practices.

Responsabilités

• Lead major civil infrastructure pursuits and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Negotiate agreements and manage commercial risks on projects.

Connaissances

Project Management

Leadership

Strategic Acuity

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Risk Management

Negotiation

Formation

Degree in Engineering

Construction Management

Outils

Microsoft 365

InEight Estimate

Primavera P6

Description du poste

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Date: Mar 13, 2025

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Human Resources

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American 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:

1. Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
2. Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
3. 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:

1. Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
2. Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
3. Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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.
4. 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?

Aecon’s Civil East sector is a cornerstone of our construction and infrastructure operations, delivering innovative solutions to some of the most complex and impactful projects globally. Renowned for its expertise in heavy civil construction, our Civil East sector specializes in building essential infrastructure that powers economies and enhances communities.

Our portfolio features cutting-edge work on bridges, highways, tunnels, and airports to name a few! In the Caribbean region, we are leveraging our expertise and collaborative approach to deliver world-class infrastructure projects tailored to meet the unique needs of the island communities. Guided by a commitment to sustainability innovation and social responsibility, we prioritize engaging with local stakeholders and creating long-term benefits through every project we undertake.

We are seeking a dynamic Pre-Construction Manager with strong project operational experience to lead the development of pursuit submissions for major civil infrastructure projects in Ontario, Eastern Canada, and internationally. The successful candidate will drive capture of public and private opportunities — ranging from roughly $200 million to multi-billion-dollar values — by drawing on exceptional industry knowledge, strategic acuity, technical and commercial proficiency, and proven leadership and communication skills.

Location: 20 Carlson Court, Toronto, ON M9W 7K6. A minimum of three days a week in-office is required.

What You'll Do Here:

1. Act as the lead and primary point of contact for assigned major civil infrastructure pursuits including for bridges/roads, tunnels, airports, marine ports, and water and wastewater facilities.
2. Lead by example, foster a culture of excellence, and encourage collaboration, precision, and innovative solutions.
3. Spearhead large and multidisciplinary pursuit teams composed of, but not limited to, deputy bid directors, estimators; schedulers/planners; additional internal technical staff; environmental, health, and safety personnel; project controllers; digital design and construction staff; stakeholder engagement personnel; the human resources team, and the proposal group, as well as external parties including design and construction partners and subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
4. Collaborate with executive leadership, the client, and design and construction partners to identify and exploit strategic opportunities and develop an optimal pursuit submission and path to successful execution.
5. Regularly coordinate bid development with and report to the Director, Pre-Construction and relevant executives.
6. Negotiate and administer agreements for large design and subcontracted packages.
7. Participate in identification and management of commercial, legal, and technical risks on assigned pursuits.
8. Facilitate team integration through active leadership, regular touchpoints, and clear, consistent, and coherent communication and guidance.
9. Coordinate and oversee pursuit-specific working groups (cost estimation, procurement, design, risk, schedule, proposal, etc.).
10. Participate in win strategy and theme development and ensure follow-through and refinement up to the submission deadline to support successful outcomes.
11. Support development of technical and commercial submissions and ensure overall quality, competitiveness, and adherence to requirements.
12. Oversee Requests for Information and client responses and ensure responses are accounted for by the team.
13. Ensure strict, team-wide adherence to the Bid Calendar.
14. Chair project team meetings as appropriate and support internal and external reviews up to the submission deadline.
15. Participate in and prepare necessary materials for project-specific Executive Committee meetings.
16. Promote equity, inclusivity, accountability, and constructive and respectful feedback.
17. Build strong professional relationships across the project team and with external partners.
18. It is expected that the individual who fills this role will be comfortable managing multiple pursuits concurrently.

What You Bring to the Team:

1. Establish and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and local municipalities.
2. A minimum of 10 years in the civil infrastructure sector, with at least 2 years of supervisory or management experience for major pursuits.
3. Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or combination of relevant education and industry experience.
4. Professional Engineer (P.Eng) or similar designation is considered an asset.
5. Knowledge of project management principles and practices sufficient for leading large, cross-functional teams.
6. Experience managing and winning +$200 million pursuits.
7. Well-developed market knowledge and understanding of a broad suite of civil infrastructure (including, but not limited to bridges/roads, tunnels, airports, marine ports, and water/wastewater facilities).
8. Experience negotiating and/or administering large design and/or subcontracted packages.
9. Requires proficient trades union relations management skills, and a solid understanding of union agreements applicable to the work.
10. Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety requirements.
11. Must have the ability to handle all matters in a confidential and professional manner.
12. Extensive knowledge of trades performed work, estimating and employee relations required.
13. Minimum of 10 years construction and subcontractor supervision experience.
14. Proficiency with a variety of delivery models including, Lump Sum, Design-Build, Construction Management, P3, and progressive models (including Progressive Design-Build, Integrated Project Delivery, and Alliance).
15. Strong experience providing technical and commercial oversight and management of large-scale, multidisciplinary bids.
16. Proficiency supervising and guiding subject matter experts including schedulers, estimators, designers, and other technical personnel.
17. Proven analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
18. Excellent understanding of project risk management (including technical, schedule, PLAA, commercial/contractual, etc.).
19. Sound judgement and excellent written and oral communication, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.
20. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and familiarity with InEight Estimate, Primavera P6, and a variety of quantitative risk management software.
21. Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and respect.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the EEOC during any step of the application process, please click here.

At Aecon, we deeply appreciate the dedication and skills cultivated through military service. We encourage veterans to apply, recognizing the diverse perspective, resilience, and leadership abilities you bring. Your experiences are invaluable assets as we strive towards our shared goals.