Manager, Site

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

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.

The Site Manager is responsible for ensuring that the safety, quality, and schedule objectives are met for all related work. As a Site Manager you will play a key role in providing leadership in managing construction and EPC projects providing management and co-ordination of schedules, manpower, customer relations, engineering, etc. The work will be performed in a fast paced, tightly scheduled outage environment. Critical path work is not uncommon. Risk analysis, project forecasting, motivation of staff, and subcontractors are daily occurrences in this position. This position reports directly to the Director of Major Projects.

This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by 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:

• Understands and is committed to Nuclear Safety and enforcement of safety, quality and human performance programs
• Understands plant equipment, processes and organization
• Accountable for the safe execution of work on Sites, adhering to all Site requirements
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors
• Ensures that client policies and project procedures are being adhered to and followed by project personnel
• Assist in developing the project master schedule with Project Controls, Project Managers and Construction Managers. Ensure subcontractors and trade support staff comply with the project master schedule
• Responsible to ensure the Site Infrastructure Plan meets Construction’s requirements for outage work execution
• Utilize project master schedule look-ahead schedules and plans for trade general foreman and subcontractor use in collaboration with Project and Construction Managers
• Coordinate with customer and Project Managers for all planning. Work with the customer to ensure their schedule is a reflection of our plan
• Attend customer meetings as required
• Monitor and manage risks, develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget is in jeopardy. Develop recovery plans and communicate them to the customer
• Responsible, in collaboration with Project Managers and Construction Managers, for compliance with project budgets for trade hours, tools and equipment, PMT, rentals, consumables and bulk materials for all work
• Ensure trades personnel and staff complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and client-specified requirements
• Ensure projects are constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work Packages (FWPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and project schedule and budget
• Ensure projects are constructed in accordance with QA Programs and project quality guidelines
• Ensure appropriate field documentation including safety records, daily progress reports, training records, T&E and rental records, manpower reports, client support requests, FWP documents, etc.
• Interface with customers to provide project status reports and ensure customer needs are met as required
• Maintain the site P&L and work with the Aecon Director to examine monthly financials and aid in cost forecasting
• Provide status and progress reports to customers, the project team, and the Aecon Director as required
• Review and approve timesheets, expense reports, vacation requests, and training requests, within Limits of Authority
• Responsible for performance management of all direct-report employees, including coaching and mentoring, assistance with career planning and training, and preparation of yearly and mid-year performance reviews
• Ensure all project staff and direct reports understand and comply with applicable code of conduct policies (Aecon and customer policy)

What You Bring to the Team:

Education

• Technical college diploma or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience

Experience

• Minimum 10 - 15 years of construction and supervision experience
• Experience in Nuclear Construction
• Proven ability to successfully supervise large and complex construction projects and multiple projects using multiple trades and subcontractors

Required Skills

• Business acumen is a valuable asset (financials, commercial, schedules, negotiations, earned value)
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling, safety and quality assurance requirements
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with high expectations to meet tight schedules and deadlines
• Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of Nuclear Safety and QA requirements
• Knowledge of Construction Trade policies

Hourly Range & Benefits

The expected pay range for this role is $90.00 - $110.00 per hour.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan - Dental/Medical/Vision)
• 401K (comprehensive match plan)
• Paid Vacation (vacation/wellness days)
• Health and Wellness Home Benefit (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
• Tuition Reimbursement (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
• Green Home Energy Benefit (a subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)

Aecon fosters 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.

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