Lead, Continuous Improvement at Aecon Group Inc. in Toronto, Ontario, Canada | Kablio

Role

Description

pull planning

dashboards

waste walks

schedule alignment

constraint management

supply chain

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 construction

ms excel

power bi

primavera

lean certification

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

C$9.7B Backlog

Record Project Orders

Signifies a substantial and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects.

C$150M Investment

Utilities Expansion Fund

Strategic financial backing to bolster and expand utilities infrastructure development.

From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877.
Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works.
Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations.
Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments.
Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development.
While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions.
Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

Culture + Values

Safety First - Ensuring a safe, healthy work environment and fostering a 'zero injury' culture.
Trust and Candour - Conducting ourselves professionally, with candour, respect, and integrity.
Passion for Excellence - Being pace-setting and innovative, always striving to find a better way, and doing it right the first time - every time.
A People Focused, Learning Culture - Developing the best leaders and realizing the full potential of our people. Learning is core - we never stop trying to improve.
Results Oriented - Having a 'do whatever it takes' attitude. Empowered and entrepreneurial operations within a common framework of values, strategies, and key processes.

Environment + Sustainability

30% CO₂ Reduction

CO₂ Emissions Intensity Target

Aims to reduce CO₂ emissions intensity (Scopes 1 & 2) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.

59% Revenue from Sustainability

Revenue Linked to Sustainability Projects

59% of 2024 revenue is tied to projects focused on climate change mitigation, energy transition, renewable energy, and water management.

78% Backlog Sustainability

Backlog Linked to Sustainability

78% of the company's backlog is connected to sustainability-related projects, highlighting a strong focus on environmental initiatives.

34% Early Target Achievement

Early Achievement of 2030 Target

Surpassed the 2030 target for Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity reduction by achieving a 34% cumulative reduction by 2024, relative to revenue.

Net‑zero target for Scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2050
20% cumulative Scope 1 & 2 GHG reduction by end of 2023 (vs 2020)
Projects include grid‑scale SMR, nuclear refurbishments, Oneida Energy Storage, Site C hydroelectric, Réseau express métropolitain, Surrey Langley SkyTrain
Approved science‑based near/long‑term emissions targets; SBTi‑verified net‑zero by 2050
Envision‑qualified company; offers employee Envision certification
Silver Certification from Progressive Aboriginal Relations; procured $127 M Indigenous goods/services in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

$275M Procured

Indigenous Procurement

Significant investments in Indigenous goods and services were made in 2023 and 2024.

0.89 Injury Frequency

Safety Metrics

Improved workplace safety with a low Total Recordable Injury Frequency in 2023.

Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan established
Silver Certification in Progressive Aboriginal Relations
Established three Indigenous‑led joint ventures
Expanded Aecon Women in Trades program (added nuclear cohort)
Inclusion stated as core value alongside Safety Always, Integrity and Accountability
Committed to inclusion through equitable opportunities, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades and Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups

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Role

Description

pull planning

dashboards

waste walks

schedule alignment

constraint management

supply chain

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 construction

ms excel

power bi

primavera

lean certification

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

C$9.7B Backlog

Record Project Orders

Signifies a substantial and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects.

C$150M Investment

Utilities Expansion Fund

Strategic financial backing to bolster and expand utilities infrastructure development.

From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877.
Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works.
Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations.
Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments.
Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development.
While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions.
Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

Culture + Values

Safety First - Ensuring a safe, healthy work environment and fostering a 'zero injury' culture.
Trust and Candour - Conducting ourselves professionally, with candour, respect, and integrity.
Passion for Excellence - Being pace-setting and innovative, always striving to find a better way, and doing it right the first time - every time.
A People Focused, Learning Culture - Developing the best leaders and realizing the full potential of our people. Learning is core - we never stop trying to improve.
Results Oriented - Having a 'do whatever it takes' attitude. Empowered and entrepreneurial operations within a common framework of values, strategies, and key processes.

Environment + Sustainability

30% CO₂ Reduction

CO₂ Emissions Intensity Target

Aims to reduce CO₂ emissions intensity (Scopes 1 & 2) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.

59% Revenue from Sustainability

Revenue Linked to Sustainability Projects

59% of 2024 revenue is tied to projects focused on climate change mitigation, energy transition, renewable energy, and water management.

78% Backlog Sustainability

Backlog Linked to Sustainability

78% of the company's backlog is connected to sustainability-related projects, highlighting a strong focus on environmental initiatives.

34% Early Target Achievement

Early Achievement of 2030 Target

Surpassed the 2030 target for Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity reduction by achieving a 34% cumulative reduction by 2024, relative to revenue.

Net‑zero target for Scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2050
20% cumulative Scope 1 & 2 GHG reduction by end of 2023 (vs 2020)
Projects include grid‑scale SMR, nuclear refurbishments, Oneida Energy Storage, Site C hydroelectric, Réseau express métropolitain, Surrey Langley SkyTrain
Approved science‑based near/long‑term emissions targets; SBTi‑verified net‑zero by 2050
Envision‑qualified company; offers employee Envision certification
Silver Certification from Progressive Aboriginal Relations; procured $127 M Indigenous goods/services in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

$275M Procured

Indigenous Procurement

Significant investments in Indigenous goods and services were made in 2023 and 2024.

0.89 Injury Frequency

Safety Metrics

Improved workplace safety with a low Total Recordable Injury Frequency in 2023.

Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan established
Silver Certification in Progressive Aboriginal Relations
Established three Indigenous‑led joint ventures
Expanded Aecon Women in Trades program (added nuclear cohort)
Inclusion stated as core value alongside Safety Always, Integrity and Accountability
Committed to inclusion through equitable opportunities, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades and Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups

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