Mechanical Supervisor

Aecon U.S.; Mineral (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work environment

Career development opportunities

Commitment to sustainability

Job summary

A North American infrastructure leader is seeking a construction supervisor to manage nuclear projects in Virginia. The role requires a technical college diploma with at least 5 years of experience in construction and subcontractor supervision, particularly in the nuclear sector. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, monitoring project schedules, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. This position also requires U.S. citizenship due to security clearance for accessing nuclear facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction and subcontractor supervision experience in the nuclear industry.
• Prior HVAC and duct installation/supervision experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with clients, engineers, and public stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Assist in developing and monitoring project schedules.
• Supervise the work of subcontractors and own forces.
• Maintain field documentation including safety records.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of construction methods

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Technical college diploma or equivalent

Tools

CGC Cost Reports

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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 partner 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.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• 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.
• Commit to inclusive work environments through initiatives such as Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility training, Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and employee resource groups.
• Lead in sustainable construction, committing to operate responsibly by minimizing environmental impact on 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 is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience, transforming vision into reality. We offer a full spectrum of nuclear services for refurbishment, maintenance, new build, decommissioning, modularization, and fabrication to power a sustainable future. Our nuclear sector plays an important role in extending the life of existing nuclear stations and executing the next generation of nuclear new builds, leveraging a similar fleet execution strategy. From delivering the two largest refurbishment projects (Savannah River nuclear station and North Anna Power Station) to deploying the first grid‑scale SMR in the western world, we continue to focus on decarbonizing energy systems and supporting a net‑zero future.

Citizen Requirement

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

What You’ll Do Here

• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and public stakeholders.
• Ensure all work is conducted safely, in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and updating the project schedule.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with the project master schedule.
• Utilize the project master schedule to create detailed look‑ahead schedules with subcontractors.
• Assist in developing recovery strategies when the project schedule or budget is jeopardized.
• Plan, supervise, and approve the work of own forces and subcontractors, determining construction methods, manpower levels, materials, tools, rentals, and schedules.
• Assume responsibility for the productivity of trades and subcontractors, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
• Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation, and owner‑specified training.
• Ensure the project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work Packages, Inspection & Test Plans, and the project schedule and budget.
• Interface with client representatives, design engineers, consultants, and other contractors.
• Ensure the work follows QA programs and project quality guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate field documentation, including safety records, daily progress reports, training records, T&E, rental records, manpower reports, owner support requests, and FWP documents.
• Participate in basic layout, preparation of work instructions, and field engineering activities.
• Maintain lines and levels – verify as‑built conditions.

What You Bring To The Team

• Education: technical college diploma or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of construction and subcontractor supervision experience in the nuclear industry.
• Prior HVAC and duct installation/supervision experience is preferred.
• Proven ability to successfully supervise a construction project.
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction, including technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements, jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and understand CGC Cost Reports.
• Basic presentation skills.

Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Reporting to work on time and fit for duty (FFD).
• Climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolds, and access lifts as required to supervise craft labor.

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 disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.