Manager, Project - North Bay, Canada - Aecon Group

Aecon Group

Verified Company

North Bay, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon

As a Canadian 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.

At Aecon, you can count on:

Safety First. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.

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Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
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Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
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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

At Aecon we:

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to
support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing:
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 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion 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 responsibility 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?

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada's #1 utility construction provider and we're looking for a Project Manager who will be accountable for ensuring all construction project management activities are successfully executed, including;

Responsible for the operational and financial performance of a business, including supporting the General Manager in the development of the annual business plan and the ongoing management of financial performance to ensure business plan targets are being met.
Provides overall direction to ensure the business strategy is implemented to optimize revenue and margin to meet divisional targets.
Reports issues regarding financial performance, workload status, potential legal issues, and potential opportunities.
Resolves operationallevel disputes amongst internal teams or clients.
Leads a team of supervisors and staff with clearly defined responsibilities covering all aspects of the operation.
Confers with supervisory personnel and labour representatives to resolve customer and internal complaints.
Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and clients to resolve locate issues related to damages or records and improve construction methods.
Promotes project profitability, schedule adherence and customer satisfaction.
Recommends recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy.
Prepares staff development and succession plans for key positions.
Establishes and maintains relationships with external clients, internal clients, subcontractors, and unions.
Ensures that all activity in the designated regions is consistent with corporate and divisional strategic plans, business plans, policies and procedures.
Drives exceptional safety performance and culture within the business.
Ensures all project reporting is accurate and timely.
Oversees training and development plans to ensure they meet company objectives.
Demonstrates commercial acumen to protect profits and improve margins.

What you'll bring to the team:

A minimum of 8-10 years of utility or telecom experience, including operational leadership
Experience providing leadership and direction to an operations field and office team to optimize safety and performance.
Previous underground construction experience and a strong understanding of all underground utilities, including direction drilling, excavating, hydrovac is an asset.
Understanding of aerial and pole line construction, both in the hydro or telecom space is an asset.
Expertise in running a P&L utility business.
Ability to effectively motivate, coach and develop others.
Team Collaboration, building relationships both internal and external.
Ability to build trust with clients and team members.
Ablility to make tough and quick decisions.
Drive safe production for positive and effective results.