Sr. Director, Construction

Aecon U.S.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Career development programs

Inclusive work environment initiatives

Job summary

A leading infrastructure development company is seeking a Director of Construction to lead project management teams, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance in large-scale construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience, particularly in nuclear projects, demonstrating strong leadership and management skills. This role will oversee all aspects of construction activities, develop strategic plans, and maintain relationships with key stakeholders. Candidates must also meet security clearance requirements due to the nature of the projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in large-scale EPC and nuclear projects.
• Experience with multicultural teams and strong interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of self-perform trades work and estimating.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate construction project activities.
• Oversee construction management teams ensuring safety and quality.
• Manage project delivery risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Union relations management

Conflict resolution

Quality Assurance

Education

20 years of construction leadership experience

Tools

Project management software

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.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

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!

• 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.

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.

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 our work delivering the two largest refurbishment projects (Savannah River nuclear station and North Anna Power Station) in North America to deploying the first grid‑scale SMR in the western world, we continue moving forward with a strategic focus on decarbonizing energy systems in support of a net zero future.

Citizenship

This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by the 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?

The Director of Construction plans, directs, coordinates or budgets, usually through estimator and Project managers, activities concerned with the execution of construction projects. Participates in the conceptual development of a construction project management team and oversees its organization, scheduling, implementation, and closeouts.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Selects, manages and mentors the construction management team and workforce in order to achieve the segment goals in terms of Safety, Quality, Budget and Schedule;
• Ensure project safety and quality standards and environmental programs are adhered to at all times;
• Maintain excellent relationships with client representatives;
• Work in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team to develop the short‑term and long‑term strategic plans;
• Monitor project quality control;
• Manage all activities related to the planning, building, budgeting/financial, safety and code compliance of new construction and development projects.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Oversee all projects construction teams to ensure site construction execution activities are performed correctly and to ensure performance meets project standards and milestones;
• Champion a cohesive and collaborative team culture within the Project Management Team;
• Oversee all projects to ensure daily logistics and material movement strategies to optimize cost and efficiency;
• Provide guidance to team on proper construction methodology and execution.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate with Senior Leaders, project management engineering, quality, client representatives, subcontractors, and bundle leads to align construction strategies and schedules.
• Maintain strong working relationships with client construction and project management counterparts.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Own site safety, human performance, and environmental compliance, working closely with the Safety Manager and OHSA teams.
• Promote and reinforce a strong nuclear safety culture through coaching, inspections, and continuous engagement.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Identify risks to project delivery and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure site construction teams are working with project management and cost control to meet budgeted cost forecasts.
• Work with estimating team to support preparation of opportunity estimates, submittals with schedule development, construction methodology and manloading.

Workforce Planning & Development

• Develop hiring plans and staff project construction teams with qualified personnel.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and succession planning for construction managers and supervisors.
• Ensure all team members are trained and competent for their roles.

Supervisory Duties

• Direct and support project personnel, including performance management and career development.
• Implement training programs and succession plans to build team capability.

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 20 years of construction leadership experience, preferably in large‑scale EPC and nuclear projects.
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of self‑perform trades work, estimating and employee relations required.
• Requires proficient trades union relations management skills, and a solid understanding of union agreements applicable to the work.
• Experience in the Nuclear Industry an asset.
• Deep understanding of Quality Assurance programs and their critical role in nuclear operations.
• Strong union relations management and familiarity with applicable agreements.
• Proven ability to lead multicultural teams with a collaborative mindset.
• Expertise in project execution, financial operations, estimating, and employee relations.
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Experience in major component replacement.

Fiscal & Public Interaction

• Responsible for fiscal management within defined project policies and limits of authority.
• Regular interaction with clients, suppliers, partners, trades personnel, and union representatives.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work across field and office environments and travel as needed.
• Must pass a comprehensive background and security clearance process. Preference given to candidates with valid Nuclear Power security clearance.

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.