Civil Project Manager Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

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, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), 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 Industrial leads the way in industrial construction with a proven track record of safely delivering a broad range of project solutions for our clients - from fabrication and modularization to new builds, turnarounds and maintenance. Aecon Industrial provides its clients with a vertically integrated solution, self-performing all disciplines of work.  

We are seeking a passionate Civil Project Manager to help us execute complex projects across Canada. The successful candidate will play a key role in the success of our business unit and be involved in field operations on-site daily.

Please Note: the successful candidate for this role must be willing and able to mobilize to project sites across Canada.

What You Will Do Here:

Be accountable for ensuring all project management activities are successfully executed, including;

• Support the proposal/estimating team to provide a quality submission that is both competitive and achievable.
• Lead the transition from estimating and preconstruction into project execution, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, budget, risk, and resource planning.
• Build and mentor project team.
• Promote a work environment that retains high-performing project teams while fostering a collaborative and accountable project culture.
• Develop project goals to meet or exceed the owner's deliverables and align with Aecon's corporate initiatives.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to the critical path (i.e., ensure effective project controls to track, monitor, and adjust the schedule).
• Demonstrate commercial acumen to control costs and improve margins.
• Enforce timely change management practices.
• Oversee quality, testing, start-up and commissioning.
• Accurately forecast and report performance (e.g., safety, schedule, cost, and quality).
• Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks.
• Oversee procurement of subcontractors, major equipment, and line materials.
• Effectively negotiate and execute contracts in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Manage and foster all stakeholder relations (e.g., Owner, Regulators, Subcontractors, Suppliers, etc.).
• Chair project management meetings with a focus on the best outcomes for Aecon.

What You Bring to The Team:

• 10+ years of industrial construction experience with 5+ in leadership capacity.
• Proven experience working with a general contractor delivering full lifecycle heavy industrial projects valued at $100M+.
• Background in Civil Works including piling, earthworks, underground utilities, and concrete works.
• Post-secondary education in engineering, construction management, trades, or equivalent discipline is an asset but not required.
• Previous management experience with alternative project delivery (e.g., design-build, construction management at risk, P3, IPD, etc.).
• Experience with BIM, considered a benefit.
• Experience executing Lean Construction Principles, considered a benefit.
• General knowledge of non-residential construction methods, building systems, and terminology.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively and support site-based execution.

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, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon's AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.