Steel Erector Supervisor

Aecon; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon is seeking an experienced Steel Erector Supervisor to lead daily steel erection activities on international projects. The role requires coordinating crews, equipment, and materials to deliver safe, compliant work in line with drawings and erection plans.

You will work with civil and structural teams on complex projects, ensuring safety procedures, quality standards, and productivity targets are met while mentoring crew members and promoting continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in structural steel erection.
• Trade qualification in steel erection or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and erection drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate steel erection crews, assigning daily work in line with erection sequences and project priorities.
• Interpret approved drawings and communicate requirements to the crew.
• Coordinate delivery, storage and availability of steel members and tools.
• Ensure necessary approvals, permits and competent personnel are in place before work begins.
• Lead toolbox talks and reinforce site safety requirements.
• Monitor progress, report delays and manage resources.
• Coordinate with survey and quality teams to verify tolerances and inspection points.
• Provide coaching to crew for safe workmanship.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety management

Read drawings

Daily planning

Education

Steel erection trade qualification

Tools

AWS installation procedures

CWB standards

Crane coordination

Job description

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Date: Oct 27, 2026

Location: Christ Church, BB

Operating Sector: Major Projects East

Position Title: Steel Erector Supervisor

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?

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 highly organized and proactive Steel Erector Supervisor to join our International projects team. This role focuses on overseeing daily steel erection activities and coordinate labour, equipment and materials to deliver work safely and in accordance with approved drawings, erection plans, project specifications and quality requirements. The role works closely with construction management, engineering, lifting personnel, survey teams and quality representatives to maintain safe execution, productivity and schedule commitments.

What You'll Do Here:

• Supervise and coordinate steel erection crews, assigning daily work in line with approved erection sequences, available work fronts and project priorities.
• Interpret approved structural drawings, erection drawings, connection details and method statements, and communicate requirements clearly to the crew.
• Coordinate delivery, identification, storage and availability of steel members, bolts, connection materials, tools and access equipment.
• Confirm that required approvals, permits, competent personnel and task-specific safety controls are in place before work begins.
• Coordinate erection activities with authorised lifting personnel under approved lift plans; undertake lifting-related duties only within assigned authority and verified competence.
• Ensure erection sequencing and temporary bracing arrangements follow approved engineering requirements; refer proposed changes to the responsible engineer before implementation.
• Oversee positioning, alignment, plumbing, bolting and completion of structural steel connections in accordance with approved requirements.
• Coordinate with survey and quality personnel to verify alignment, tolerances, connection completion and required inspection hold points.
• Ensure welding work is assigned to appropriately qualified personnel and completed to approved procedures and project requirements.
• Identify drawing discrepancies, material shortages, access restrictions and construction clashes, and elevate them promptly for resolution.
• Monitor progress against daily and weekly plans, maintain accurate labour and production records, and report delays and resource requirements.
• Lead toolbox talks and pre-task briefings, reinforce site safety requirements and stop work when conditions are unsafe.
• Coordinate with other trades to manage work interfaces, exclusion zones and simultaneous activities.
• Support inspections, corrective actions, punch-list close-out and handover documentation without bypassing required engineering or quality approvals.
• Provide clear direction and practical coaching to crew members, promoting safe work practices, accountability and consistent workmanship.

What You Bring to the Team:

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in structural steel erection on construction projects, including demonstrated supervisory or foreperson experience.
• A recognised trade qualification in steel erection, ironworking, metal fabrication or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and relevant practical experience.
• Strong knowledge of AWS and/or CWB installation procedures
• Strong knowledge of structural steel erection activities, connection requirements, bolting, alignment and temporary stability controls.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and erection drawings, technical specifications and approved work procedures.
• Experience coordinating erection crews, crane interfaces, rigging teams, access equipment and material deliveries.
• Sound understanding of work-at-height controls, fall protection, lifting operations and construction-site hazard management.
• Ability to plan daily activities, estimate resource requirements, monitor productivity and maintain accurate site records.
• Effective leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple trades.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws.