Date: Sep 19, 2026
Location: Hamilton, ON, CA
Operating Sector: Executives
Position Title: Area Manager
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?
The Area Manager will play a critical leadership role in the successful delivery of the Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project. Reporting directly to the Segment Integration Director, the Area Manager is accountable for the protected, timely,
and cost-effective execution of a designated project area, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual requirements, quality standards, and stakeholder expectations.
This position will provide leadership to multidisciplinary construction, engineering, subcontractor, and field teams while coordinating closely with internal and external stakeholders to support the successful delivery of one of Ontario's most significant transit infrastructure projects.
What You’ll Do Here:
- Coordinate and integrate all construction and operational activities within an assigned project area, ensuring delivery against schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
- Support the Segment Integration Director in executing project strategies, plans, and performance targets.
- Manage and coordinate construction, engineering, procurement, commercial, and subcontractor activities within the assigned area.
- Develop and maintain short- and long-term execution plans, identifying risks, constraints, and mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project performance, productivity, and resource utilization, implementing corrective actions where required.
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, project specifications, regulatory obligations, and company policies.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality, environmental, and safety teams to address project issues and maintain project compliance.
- Lead area progress reviews and provide regular status updates, forecasts, and reports to the Segment Integration Director and senior leadership team.
- Manage stakeholder relationships including clients, consultant
📌 Area Manager (Canada)
🏢 Aecon
📍 Canada