Manager, Project Engineering

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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.

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• 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! 

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• 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.

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 Engineering Services Inc., the former United Engineers and Constructors, an Aecon Company, is seeking a Project Engineering Manager (PEM) to support Nuclear Generating Stations on site in the Pittsburgh, PA area. The successful candidate will manage the engineering and design efforts to modify and upgrade existing nuclear power plants. This could include general plant upgrades, component replacements, electric power uprates (EPU), among other types of plant enhancements.

The successful candidate will lead the project engineering effort, working as a liaison with the clients, partners and with a team of engineers and designers on the support of conceptual, preliminary and detailed engineering and design development working in conjunction with fully integrated Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) project scopes of work.

What You'll Do Here:

• Provide engineering management and guidance to subordinate staff, enforces company and project policies. 
• Plans and manage work activities to ensure successful project execution while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and budget adherence. 
• Often working under the supervision of a Project Manager or above, demonstrates and provides project leadership in their area of responsibility. 
• Supervises and delegates tasks among a multidiscipline project staff. 
• Monitors day-to-day activities and consistently demonstrates the ability to proactively identify potential project problems or opportunities, analyze the issues using all appropriate resources, develop alternatives, and arrive at the most optimum approach to mitigate problems or exploit opportunities. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources and capabilities of other groups for appropriate incorporation into project organization. 
• Clearly understands the scope of work and contract requirements or those requirements that pertain to his/her area of responsibility. 
• Serves as the responsible professional engineer (PE) in the state where the work is based.
• Actively manages the engineering schedule and cost performance,
• Supports or conducts formal status reporting and presentations to client and/or management. 

What You Bring To The Team:

• B.S. Engineering Degree from an accredited university in an Engineering Discipline
• Ability to manage the engineering elements of a large and complex Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) project. 
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in any State with ability to be licensed in other States by Comity
• Minimum 12 years of experience working with nuclear plant engineering and design.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership position or supervisory capacity.  
• Takes ownership of engineering work performed on a project.
• Experience working with others in a Project Team environment.
• Strong written and oral communications skills. 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to prioritize and organize work in a multi-tasked environment.
• Basic understanding of project performance metrics (PI and SPI).
• Experience with electric power uprates are preferred.
• Field experience, and ability to perform site walk-downs. 

Salary Range & Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits (comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
• 401K (comprehensive match plan) 
• Vacation - Paid Time Off 
• This role is eligible to participate in Aecon’s discretionary Short Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• 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

Citizenship Requirement:

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. 

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.