Jr. Planner Co-op

**Come Build Your Career at Aecon**

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

- **Safety First.** Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- **Integrity.** We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- **Accountability.** We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- **Inclusion. **We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us

At Aecon we:

- 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.
- Are a **leader in sustainable construction**. With a strong commitment to operating responsibility by **minimizing our impact** on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

**About Us**

The joint venture between SNC-Lavalin and Aecon has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to carry out the Darlington Retube and Feeder Replacement (RFR) project. The project involves refurbishment of all four reactors at the Darlington Generating Station and consists of two phases - a Definition Phase and an Execution Phase. The Definition Phase includes the construction of a full-scale reactor mock-up to simulate key elements of the refurbishment work, and the development, procurement and testing of specialized tooling required for the project. The Execution Phase involves refurbishment of the reactor cores using the tools and methods that were developed and tested during the Definition Phase.

The Jr. Planner is a 16 month co-op position for those interested in working on the planning/scheduling of work on a large scale construction project. Reporting to the Canatom work planning specialist, the Junior planner will work with the Retube and Feeder Replacement (RFR) Construction series Leads to create and maintain a detailed 6-shift plan (covering next 3 days, on a rolling basis).

**What You'll Do Here**
- Prepare and develop complex construction and engineering schedules using MS Visio and Primavera (P6)
- Prepare reports for management regarding project scheduling activities
- Work with Construction and Series Leads on scheduling activities and assist them in determining schedule priorities - Provide support to other planners
- Develop and maintain project schedules, and resource plans utilizing project management techniques and software
- Interface with engineering personnel, project management and other performing organizations to assess and report project progress, as required
- Facilitate the development of remedial action plans

**What You Bring To The Team**
- Engineering student preferred, minimum 2nd year or higher
- Knowledge of Power plant technology and CANDU nuclear generating stations will be beneficial to the position
- Prior construction or engineering experience would be an asset - Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible, ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and time-pressured environment
- Familiar with MS Office suite, and in particular expertise with MS Visio is required