Substations Superintendent
Job Summary
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.
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. Were 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 youre inspired to make a difference through future-building projects join our best-in-class team.
What is the Opportunity
Safer. Faster. Smarter.This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strongtrack recorddelivering safereliableand innovative solutions across electrical telecommunications pipelinedistributionand renewable energy markets. With operations across North America Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.
Reporting to the General Manager Renewables the Substations Superintendent is responsible to ensure that projects are completed on schedule in compliance with the contracts the job cost estimates and that all work is completed safely to high standards of quality. The Superintendent also manages day-to-day operations at project sites and yards.
What Youll Do Here:
- Responsible for the overall planning and scheduling to ensure that projects are constructed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor the overall progress of the projects and takes corrective action where necessary.
- Coordinate and monitor the three main functions Administration Scheduling and Construction.
- Represent the Company with the owner.
- Maintain communication with stakeholders and subcontractors of all extra work claims and back charges.
- Ensure that contracts are kept current and being updated with change orders on a regular basis.
- Implement and monitor the Companys Safety and Environment Policies and QC Plans.
- Oversee that all functions and operations on the job are following local legislative requirements.
- Directs and maintains communication and morale of the project staff.
- Ensure that Company policies and project procedures are being adhered to as well ascompliance with union agreements if applicable.
- Review and provide approval of project cost reports and verifies projected job profits are accurate and current.
- Assist in bid process.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Technical school background and at least ten years of Substation maintenance and construction experience.
- Experience in power distribution and transmission line work an asset.
- Experience in the Utility Contracting Industry an asset.
- Working computer proficiency with MS Office (Word Excel Outlook).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Sound knowledge of transmission construction techniques practices and fundamentals.
- Experience with contract and subcontract management.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and work within a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time management.
- Maintain valid drivers license.
- Ability to perform shift work (e.g. 21/7 14/7 10/4 etc.)
- Ability to travel as required.
- Strong understanding Labor and union.
- Strong understanding of change management.
- Read and interpret master schedules and building 4 week look ahead with scheduling activities.
- Daily progress reporting.
The expected pay range for this role is $95000 - $145000 CAD per year
Individual pay is determined based on several factors including work location education experience unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications specialized training and the complexity or scope of the role.
Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considering all applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws.