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 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!
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 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 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 part of an alliance agreement Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). Beginning in 2023 Aecon will support the validation phase design, procurement, early site preparation and site mobilization scope for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.
The Drill & Blast Project Manager is responsible for providing overall supervision, coordination and scheduling of construction activities for the drill & blast activities on the project. The scope of work will consist mainly of managing an appointed subcontractor for the following scope:
- Excavation of 3 shafts (25m to 50m in diameter and down to 50m depth) with the use of drill & blasting techniques
- Excavation of 1 mined tunnel (90m2 section and 70m length)
What You'll Do Here
- Maximize margins with safety in mind and ensure the company’s interests during the project lifecycle.
- Manage, lead, and control projects from start to finish, including staff, subcontractors, and job management.
- Develop, review, and collaborate on budgets, methodologies, submittals, and schedules.
- Manage the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) prevention program and ensure its implementation on the construction site.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of tender documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, and assist the Site Superintendent in achieving project success.
- Provide troubleshooting and issue resolution.
- Manage document control for correspondence, submittals, RFI’s, NCRs, etc.
- Assist in the preparation of final project records, including as-built documentation.
- Assist in carrying out various basic field duties at the job site related to general construction.
- Ensure consistency in expected safety performance on projects and verify the fair and consistent application of the progressive discipline system across all projects.
What You Bring to the Table
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
- Previous work experience in tunnelling projects and especially drill and blast
- Knowledge of drill and blast tunnelling excavation (mandatory).
- Excellent proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and Bluebeam.
- Claims & extras management experience.
- Initiative and leadership qualities.
- Improve process and maximize production efficiencies.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
- Advanced skills in communication and problem-solving.
- Exceptional skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving.
We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.
Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.
