Manager, Project

Aecon U.S.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development programs

Inclusive work environment

Health and wellness services

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee project execution in Charlotte, NC. This role involves coordinating work groups to meet operational goals related to safety, quality, and schedule. Candidates must have a P. Eng with at least 10 years in project management, including at least 3 in EPC or nuclear environments. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential to ensure successful project delivery while fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of project management experience, including 3 years in EPC/nuclear.
• Applied knowledge of nuclear project work and financial operations.
• Experience in vertical feed water heater replacement and specialty welding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate overall project work groups for execution goals.
• Develop and maintain the project schedule.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and code of conduct standards.

Skills

Project management experience

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

P. Eng and 4 year technical or business administration degree

Alternative degrees/certifications with applicable experience

Job description

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.

• 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.

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.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

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 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.
• 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 Project Manager (PM) you will have the overall responsibility for successful execution of defined segments of work within the defined project, including achieving our operational goals for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of Safety, Quality, Schedule, Cost. The primary responsibilities of the Project Manager include: schedule development and maintenance, scope/change management, budget management, organizational management (establish adequate resources to perform the work) and overall coordination of work groups (construction, safety, engineering, training, procurement, tooling, contracts management, project controls and key client stakeholders.

What You’ll Do Here

• Responsible for overall coordination of project work groups to ensure collective focus on execution goals, and tracking/completion of all actions and deliverables across all work groups. More specifically, the Sr. PM coordinates/ensures:
  • Schedule is developed, maintained/updated, and regularly reviewed for accuracy
  • Creation and implementation of Action/Recovery Plans to address any schedule performance issues
  • Validation and monitoring of project metrics (Safety, Quality, Cost, Schedule) for assigned work segments
  • Any resource constraints impacting planned work are identified and reported
  • Any potential changes to work are identified per the project change management procedure
  • Working with construction team (Superintendent) to ensure responsible for producing/validating and maintaining a staffing plan, Manpower Loading Forecast (MFL) for assigned scope
  • Ensure all required materials and services have been identified and ordered, as well as any material delivery risks identified and action/recovery plans assigned
  • To accomplish the above, the PM will lead a functional team comprised of representatives from all departments across the project organization as applicable, including/not limited to:
    • Construction
    • Engineering
    • Client Representatives
  • Responsible for implementing the project readiness process for construction execution ex; Detailed Window Logic, Readiness Check Sheet Implementation, Report Card Status Reporting.
  • Attends (or arranges representation for) and supports project planning meetings, including integration meetings, internal and customer reporting meetings, etc (as required)
  • Responsible for coordination of prerequisite and execution task readiness in accordance to client and station reporting requirements – includes schedule and risk review meetings with construction management, supervision, engineering, quality, procurement and subcontractors to ensure logistics, execution strategy and schedule compliance are understood and achievable.
  • Ensures outage readiness milestones are achieved.
  • Schedules and coordinate Readiness meetings.
  • Prepares, populates and status’ readiness check sheets based on work window schedules.
  • Ensures all open items related to work start readiness and work closeout are captured, assigned and prioritized based on schedule, ensuring stakeholders are held accountable for resolution.
  • Provides status and progress reports to customer, project team, and management as needed.
  • Responsible for adherence to all policies, standards, procedures including but not limited to Safety, Quality, Code of Conduct, Business Ethics
  • Additional duties as delegated by the Project Director

What You Bring To The Team

• P. Eng and 4 year technical or business administration degree or equivalent. Alternate degrees/certifications in combination with applicable experience to be considered in lieu
• Minimum 10 years project management experience 3 years in EPC/nuclear environment
• Applied knowledge of nuclear project work, financial operations, project controls methods/standards, estimating and employee relations
• Vertical feed water heater replacement and specialty welding experience
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills (typical MS suite programs)

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.