Construction Manager

Aecon Concessions; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development programs

Inclusive work environments

Support for well-being

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is seeking a Construction Manager for its Virginia location. The successful candidate will oversee construction planning and execution, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to schedules. They should bring at least 10 years of construction supervision experience, effective team management skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. The role involves working closely with project stakeholders and maintaining relationships with building trade unions. U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to federal regulations, and knowledge of nuclear export controls is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen due to federal regulations.
• Ability to supervise construction supervisors and trades.
• Extensive knowledge of construction methods and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive an inclusive culture and foster a sense of belonging.
• Plan and implement construction programs including resources and milestones.
• Maintain strong relationships with building trade unions.

Skills

Construction supervision experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Union relations management

Education

Minimum of 10 years construction supervision experience

Mandated nuclear export controls knowledge

Job description

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Date: May 14, 2026

Location: Mineral, VA, US

Operating Sector: Nuclear

Position Title

Construction Manager

About 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.

Company Values and Support

• 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!

What We Offer

• Support your mental, emotional, and physical well‑being.
• Career development through Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Inclusive work environments with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility training, Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups.
• Commitment to sustainable construction and minimizing impact on environment and 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?

Reporting to the Project Director, the Construction Manager, during the validation phase the Construction Manager will assist in the construction planning and reviews. In execution they will direct, coordinate, and exercise construction functional authority on Safety, Quality, Schedule and Cost for planning, organization, control, integration, and execution from engineering, procurement and construction requirements.

Citizenship Requirement

This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

What You'll Do Here

• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
• Be involved and proactive at the early development and validation stage of the project. This includes design contractibility review, site early preparation and mobilization plan, layout sequence optimization, modular fabrication shop to site sequence all in close cooperation with the project stakeholders.
• Plans and implements a construction program, including defining the project plan, activities, milestones, and manpower requirements.
• Provides direction and input to the project schedule and budget and understanding the interfaces to Construction from Engineering and Procurement.
• Ensure Aecon projects are staffed with competent and qualified trades (including trades leadership) resources to meet Project execution needs.
• Maintain strong relationships with building trade unions.
• Accountable for OSHA on all site safety and human performance issues, and for collaborating with the project Safety Leader.
• Maintain a positive relationship with client construction counterpart.
• Accountable for ensuring all project execution resources have received the required training.
• Support in the resolution of labour disputes through collaboration with EPSCA and Aecon Labor Relations Manager.
• Supports in preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, advanced/construction work pack correlation, modularization, and system handover strategies etc.
• Reviews project design for compliance with construction based engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications.
• Advises on construction related activities relating to technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Working knowledge of Construction Work Packages.
• Provides input to procurement activities including validation of material specifications, preparation of purchase requisitions, material tracking and ensuring traceability of materials when installed in the field.
• Active involvement in quality assurance with regards to understating and implementing policies and procedures.
• To maintain departmental costs within budget.
• Meet with customers, suppliers, and jurisdictional authorities.
• Meet with unionized supervisors and employees or various disciplines.
• Interface with Senior and Project Management.

What You Bring to the Team

• Supervision of Construction Supervisors and trades assigned to the project.
• Champion of inclusion and diversity.
• Minimum of 10 years construction and subcontractor supervision experience.
• Mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of self‑perform trades work, estimating and employee relations required.
• Proficient trades union relations management skills, and solid understanding of union agreements applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling and safety requirements.
• Must understand how to lead and support a positive Nuclear and Industrial Safety Culture.
• Must have a full appreciation of the importance of Quality Assurance Programs.
• Mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Project Site Trailer Environment.
• May be required to enter awkward locations to perform verification activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.