Deputy Project Director

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 Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large-scale site development.

The Hamilton LRT Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT – Package 1: Civil & Utilities. Under the alliance model, Aecon provides construction capability and resources as part of an integrated team, working collaboratively with all alliance participants to progress design, cost, and construction schedules during the project’s development phase.

The Hamilton LRT isn’t just a transit project—it’s reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come!”

Purpose of the Position:

Aecon is seeking a Deputy Project Director. In this senior leadership role, the Deputy Project Director will have day‑to‑day executive accountability for both the Structures and Roadways scopes, supporting the Project Director in delivering the project safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with contractual and stakeholder obligations.

The Deputy Project Director acts as a key member of the senior leadership team, ensuring strong integration across construction, engineering, commercial, project controls, and stakeholder interfaces while maintaining disciplined execution across all phases of the work.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Support the Project Director in managing overall project performance across safety, quality, schedule, cost, and risk
• Lead execution planning and sequencing for complex urban works, including structures, guideways, roadworks, interfaces, and staging
• Drive coordination between construction, engineering, design management, project controls, and procurement teams
• Oversee construction execution for major civil scopes including structures, roadways, utilities coordination, and interface works
• Ensure construction activities are delivered in compliance with design requirements, contract obligations, regulatory requirements, and Aecon standards
• Champion a Safety‑First culture, ensuring safety systems, site leadership, and workforce engagement meet Aecon’s core value of Safety Always
• Support resolution of technical, constructability, and execution challenges in a dense urban environment
• Work closely with Project Controls and Commercial teams to manage cost forecasting, cash flow, and earned value performance
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect project outcomes.
• Support senior‑level engagement with the Owner, consultants, municipal partners, utilities, and third‑party stakeholders
• Assist in managing interfaces across transit systems, utilities, road authorities, and adjacent developments
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results‑oriented team culture aligned with Aecon Leadership Expectations

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
• 15+ years in senior construction leadership roles on major infrastructure or transit projects.
• Experience delivering complex civil works including structures, roadways, and urban infrastructure projects
• Strong background working in Design‑Build, P3, Alliance, or Joint Venture delivery models
• Solid understanding of commercial management, change control, and project financial controls.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams
• Comfortable operating in complex, fast‑paced, and ambiguous environments
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to build and sustain high‑performing teams

Reason for Vacancy: New

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.