Project Manager responsible for planning and execution of business improvement initiatives within Aecon’s Nuclear SBU. Leading projects to enhance operational effectiveness and value realization.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director, Continuous Improvement, the Project Manager – Business Improvement Initiatives is responsible for the planning, execution, and successful completion of defined business-level improvement projects and special initiatives within Aecon’s Nuclear SBU.
Plan, execute, monitor, and close business improvement initiatives from initiation through sustainment
Translate strategic and operational objectives into clearly defined scopes, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria
Develop and maintain project plans including schedules, resource requirements, and budgets (where applicable)
Ensure initiatives remain aligned with approved objectives, scope, and benefit expectations
Deliver initiatives focused on improving business effectiveness, operational performance, and productivity
Identify opportunities to reduce waste, inefficiencies, rework, and non-value-added activities
Define, track, and report benefit realization metrics throughout the initiative lifecycle
Work collaboratively with functional leaders and teams across Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and other support functions
Ensure effective communication and coordination across all participants impacted by the initiative
Develop and maintain initiative schedules reflecting milestones and dependencies
Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues impacting initiative delivery
Ensure assigned initiatives follow Aecon governance, approval, and reporting requirements
Maintain accurate project documentation in accordance with corporate standards
Requirements
Minimum 5 years Project Management experience
10+ years overall industry experience
Demonstrated experience delivering business improvement, transformation, or cross-functional initiatives
Strong project management skills including planning, scheduling, risk, and issue management
Excellent organizational, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively in a regulated or nuclear environment
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information professionally
Experience within nuclear construction, refurbishment, or nuclear support organizations
Experience working on operational, governance, or enterprise improvement initiatives
Professional designation such as PMP, P.Eng, or equivalent
Benefits
Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
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