Director, Technical

Overview

Lead and oversee major rail transit projects from design through construction and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• design standards
• technical liaison
• risk management
• cost control
• compliance review
• systems integration

Tasks

-Establish and manage frameworks and standards for technical and design processes throughout the project lifecycle, influencing major Design-Build infrastructure projects. -Serve as the primary technical liaison with key stakeholders such as transit authorities, government agencies, contractors, and community representatives to ensure alignment with project scope and expectations. -Address technical challenges and facilitate collaborative solutions among stakeholders. -Foster an inclusive culture that promotes equity, values diverse perspectives, and supports career progression through a strong sense of belonging. -Oversee design activities to ensure construction aligns with approved designs and technical specifications. -Produce and present technical reports, progress updates, and design documentation to both internal and external stakeholders. -Ensure all designs are compliant, safe, constructible, and optimized for total project cost efficiency. -Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle—from concept through commissioning—by leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensuring technical excellence. -Monitor project financials, track expenditures, and conduct variance analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety. -Ensure all design and construction activities comply with applicable codes, standards, and environmental regulations. -Manage the Design Management team in meeting all technical requirements, ensuring timely delivery of compliant, efficient, and cost-effective designs. -Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. -Identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and budget risks, while reporting progress and key risks to executive stakeholders and investment committees. -Lead the transition from construction to operations, including systems integration, staff training, and operational testing. -Collaborate with construction and management teams on subcontractor selection and procurement of materials, services, and consultations. -Supervise construction activities, including testing, commissioning, and handover, ensuring all deliverables meet contractual and operational requirements. -Identify and implement best practices to enhance project delivery, safety, and sustainability. -Lead the development and execution of comprehensive project plans for major rail infrastructure initiatives, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with regulatory and client standards.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• excel
• engineering
• 15 years
• rail projects
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including superior skills in Excel. -Sound judgement, highly developed interpersonal skills, well developed organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. -communication skills. -Professional business communication designations considered an asset. -Post-secondary education in engineering, construction management, or equivalent discipline. -Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in civils construction, track, buildings, Utilities, M&E, or related disciplines is required. -Highly organized with demonstrated ability to plan and execute multiple priorities with tight deadlines and meticulous attention to detail. -Proven experience managing large, complex rail or transit infrastructure projects in a client-facing role.

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About Aecon Group Inc.

-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.

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