Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Position Title: Manager, Transmission Project
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 perks 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 Project Manager is responsible for supporting the delivery of transmission, substation, and linear infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. Working closely with senior project leaders,
this role coordinates project activities, manages contractors and consultants, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
This position is ideal for a project leader looking to build experience managing increasingly complex capital projects and progress toward a senior leadership role.
What You'll Do Here:
- Play a key role in coordinating and managing project activities across engineering, procurement, construction, permitting, and commissioning.
- Actively support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting.
- Manage contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure compliance with project requirements, safety standards, and contractual obligations.
- Facilitate communication and coordination between technical teams, operations, regulators, municipalities, landowners, and Indigenous communities.
- Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and support the implementation of mitigation plans to maintain project objectives.
- Contribute to procurement processes, contract administration, change management, and project closeout activities.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Up to 5 years of project management or project coordination experience in utilities, transmission, substations, construction, or related infrastructure projects.
- Solid organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with project con
📌 Manager, Transmission Project (Toronto)
🏢 Aecon
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