Lead, Continuous Improvement at AECON in Toronto, ON, CA | Kablio

Role

Description

pull planning

dashboard build

waste walks

ppc tracking

constraint logs

supply collaboration

Interface with Scheduling/PMO to align LPS outputs with baseline schedules and earned value reporting
Prepares, maintains, and delivers presentations and training for CI deliverables and initiatives
Capture lessons learned and update a Lean playbook for Utilities sector
Build simple dashboards for PPC, plan variance reasons, rework, crew productivity (units/hour), constraint cycle time, and waste walk actions
Conduct regular Waste Walks (Gemba) to identify and quantify the 8 Wastes (Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects, Unused Talent)
Operate the Weekly Work Planning (WWP) cycle: prepare constraint logs, confirm “make-ready” status, and secure commitments from last planners (superintendents/foremen)
Coach field leaders and subcontractors on reliable promising, constraint removal, and learning from plan failures
Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Facilitate Milestone and Phase Planning with project leadership; break down scopes into reliable, sequenced tasks aligned to field constraints
Standardize LPS artifacts: look-ahead plans, commitment logs, constraint registers, variance tracking, visuals (Gantt boards, takt maps where applicable)
Track Percent Plan Complete (PPC) and reasons for variance; drive PDCA to increase schedule reliability
Lead Pull Planning sessions to develop collaborative work plans across trades/crews and external stakeholders
Mentor “Lean Champions” within project teams to sustain improvements without constant CI presence
Run Daily Huddles: verify planned percent complete, highlight blockers, assign countermeasures, and update production boards
Collaborate with Supply Chain to improve material availability (kitting, staging, replenishment triggers, supplier readiness)

Requirements

utilities

excel

sap

primavera

lean

communication

5–8+ years in Utilities construction (electric/gas/water/fiber) with field exposure to multi-crew operations and subcontractor management
Sound computer skills – MS Excel, MS Word, SAP, SharePoint, Power Apps and Power BI
Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
Availability to travel between all Utilities yards
Working knowledge of construction scheduling (Primavera/MS Project), look-ahead planning, and short-interval control
Excellent communication; able to influence without authority
Lean certification (Lean Construction, LCI training, Yellow/Green Belt, or equivalent) is an asset
Ability to work independently, accurately and under pressure. Ability to see a task from conception to implementation.
Strong facilitation skills; comfortable leading crews, foremen, and subcontractors in dynamic field settings

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2.5 km bridge

Cable-stayed Bridge

Connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan.

260,000 people

Water Treatment Plant

Supplies water to over 260,000 people in Saskatchewan.

Spanning over 150 years.
Operates in civil infrastructure, urban transportation, and energy solutions.
Involved in planning, financing, and execution through public-private partnerships.
Advanced urban transportation projects, such as the Réseau express métropolitain (REM).
Advancing projects like the Darlington Small Modular Reactor.
Committed to sustainability and cutting-edge technology.

Culture + Values

Prioritized as the number one value, with a strong emphasis on maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, aiming for a 'zero injury' culture.
Integral to the company's professional conduct, ensuring transparency and honesty in all interactions.
Significant importance is placed on integrating environmentally responsible practices into its operations.
Reflects the communities in which it operates, with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Supported by both financial and non-financial rewards aimed at recruiting, developing, and retaining talent, thus motivating employees and enhancing their work experience.

Environment + Sustainability

64% Revenue

Sustainability Projects Contribution

A significant portion of the company's revenue is generated from projects focused on clean energy and sustainable development.

Net Zero 2050

Emissions Target

The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by the year 2050 as part of its sustainability strategy.

Focus on clean energy solutions with in-house design and engineering capabilities.
Development of green energy projects, including the Darlington Small Modular Reactor (SMR) for efficient nuclear power.
Involved in large-scale energy storage projects to supply clean and reliable electricity.

Inclusion & Diversity

19% Women Executives

Female Representation in Leadership

19% of executives at the VP-level and above are women, reflecting progress in gender diversity at senior levels.

275M Indigenous Procurement

Procurement from Indigenous Businesses

Significant procurement from Indigenous businesses, amounting to $275 million in goods and services, demonstrates commitment to Indigenous partnerships.

Has developed a robust inclusion and diversity strategy aimed at fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Guided by the Diversity & Inclusion Council, which comprises both leadership and employees to champion these efforts.
Focus on three key outcomes: improving diversity across all areas and levels of the organization, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Initiatives include the creation of Indigenous-led joint ventures and fostering the inclusion, engagement, and participation of Indigenous workers and communities in projects throughout Canada.

Articles

Projects

2023 Sustainability Report

Inclusion & Diversity

Role

Description

pull planning

dashboard build

waste walks

ppc tracking

constraint logs

supply collaboration

Interface with Scheduling/PMO to align LPS outputs with baseline schedules and earned value reporting
Prepares, maintains, and delivers presentations and training for CI deliverables and initiatives
Capture lessons learned and update a Lean playbook for Utilities sector
Build simple dashboards for PPC, plan variance reasons, rework, crew productivity (units/hour), constraint cycle time, and waste walk actions
Conduct regular Waste Walks (Gemba) to identify and quantify the 8 Wastes (Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects, Unused Talent)
Operate the Weekly Work Planning (WWP) cycle: prepare constraint logs, confirm “make-ready” status, and secure commitments from last planners (superintendents/foremen)
Coach field leaders and subcontractors on reliable promising, constraint removal, and learning from plan failures
Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Facilitate Milestone and Phase Planning with project leadership; break down scopes into reliable, sequenced tasks aligned to field constraints
Standardize LPS artifacts: look-ahead plans, commitment logs, constraint registers, variance tracking, visuals (Gantt boards, takt maps where applicable)
Track Percent Plan Complete (PPC) and reasons for variance; drive PDCA to increase schedule reliability
Lead Pull Planning sessions to develop collaborative work plans across trades/crews and external stakeholders
Mentor “Lean Champions” within project teams to sustain improvements without constant CI presence
Run Daily Huddles: verify planned percent complete, highlight blockers, assign countermeasures, and update production boards
Collaborate with Supply Chain to improve material availability (kitting, staging, replenishment triggers, supplier readiness)

Requirements

utilities

excel

sap

primavera

lean

communication

5–8+ years in Utilities construction (electric/gas/water/fiber) with field exposure to multi-crew operations and subcontractor management
Sound computer skills – MS Excel, MS Word, SAP, SharePoint, Power Apps and Power BI
Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
Availability to travel between all Utilities yards
Working knowledge of construction scheduling (Primavera/MS Project), look-ahead planning, and short-interval control
Excellent communication; able to influence without authority
Lean certification (Lean Construction, LCI training, Yellow/Green Belt, or equivalent) is an asset
Ability to work independently, accurately and under pressure. Ability to see a task from conception to implementation.
Strong facilitation skills; comfortable leading crews, foremen, and subcontractors in dynamic field settings

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2.5 km bridge

Cable-stayed Bridge

Connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan.

260,000 people

Water Treatment Plant

Supplies water to over 260,000 people in Saskatchewan.

Spanning over 150 years.
Operates in civil infrastructure, urban transportation, and energy solutions.
Involved in planning, financing, and execution through public-private partnerships.
Advanced urban transportation projects, such as the Réseau express métropolitain (REM).
Advancing projects like the Darlington Small Modular Reactor.
Committed to sustainability and cutting-edge technology.

Culture + Values

Prioritized as the number one value, with a strong emphasis on maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, aiming for a 'zero injury' culture.
Integral to the company's professional conduct, ensuring transparency and honesty in all interactions.
Significant importance is placed on integrating environmentally responsible practices into its operations.
Reflects the communities in which it operates, with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Supported by both financial and non-financial rewards aimed at recruiting, developing, and retaining talent, thus motivating employees and enhancing their work experience.

Environment + Sustainability

64% Revenue

Sustainability Projects Contribution

A significant portion of the company's revenue is generated from projects focused on clean energy and sustainable development.

Net Zero 2050

Emissions Target

The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by the year 2050 as part of its sustainability strategy.

Focus on clean energy solutions with in-house design and engineering capabilities.
Development of green energy projects, including the Darlington Small Modular Reactor (SMR) for efficient nuclear power.
Involved in large-scale energy storage projects to supply clean and reliable electricity.

Inclusion & Diversity

19% Women Executives

Female Representation in Leadership

19% of executives at the VP-level and above are women, reflecting progress in gender diversity at senior levels.

275M Indigenous Procurement

Procurement from Indigenous Businesses

Significant procurement from Indigenous businesses, amounting to $275 million in goods and services, demonstrates commitment to Indigenous partnerships.

Has developed a robust inclusion and diversity strategy aimed at fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Guided by the Diversity & Inclusion Council, which comprises both leadership and employees to champion these efforts.
Focus on three key outcomes: improving diversity across all areas and levels of the organization, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Initiatives include the creation of Indigenous-led joint ventures and fostering the inclusion, engagement, and participation of Indigenous workers and communities in projects throughout Canada.

Articles

Projects

2023 Sustainability Report

Inclusion & Diversity