Welding Superintendent

What is the Opportunity?As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon has been awarded a contract in an Aecon-led partnership with Kiewit Nuclear Canada by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) for the execution phase on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site. Reporting to the Construction Manager and Welding Program Manager, the Welding Superintendent will assist in the supervision, coordination, and scheduling of construction welding activities on the SMR site. The Welding Superintendent ensures compliance with the contract framework, cost estimates and ensures all field welding work is completed safely to acceptable standards of quality and workmanship. What You'll Do Here: Maintain excellent relationships with client, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and public. Interfaces with Weld Program organization daily to ensure alignment between program and construction welding initiatives are met. Responsible to ensure that all welding work is conducted in a safe manner in compliance with safety, quality, and human performance policies. Implement Joint Venture and Client policies and project procedures as required. Assist in developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules. Ensure subcontractors comply with project master schedule. Utilize project master schedule to create detailed look ahead schedules for foreman and subcontractor use. Assist in developing recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy. Plan, supervise and approve the work of own forces and subcontractors on the project including determining methods of construction, manpower levels, materials, tools & equipment, rentals, and work schedules. Assume responsibility for productivity of all welding trades and subcontractors, efficient use of materials and equipment and contractual performance of the project. Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and owner specified requirements. Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work Packages (FWPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and project schedule and budget. Interface with client representatives, design engineers, consultants, other contractors, etc. Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with welding QA Programs and project quality guidelines. Maintain appropriate field documentation including safety records, daily progress reports, training records, T&E and rental records, manpower reports, owner support requests, FWP documents, etc. Participate in basic layout, preparation of work instructions, field engineering activities, etc. Maintain lines and levels – verify as built conditions. Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging. Other duties as required. What You Will Bring to the Team: Education to include a technical college diploma or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience. 10+ years in construction industry in a welding role. 5 years of expeirnece in a supervisory position.  Nuclear utility experience is considered an asset. Ability to successfully supervise a construction project. Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety requirements. Good communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential. Strong working knowledge of Nuclear Codes and Standards and CWB: ASME SEC I ASME SEC Ill, Div. 1 ASME SEC VIII, Div. 1 ASME SEC IX CSA B51 ASME B31.1 & B31.3 W47.1 and W47.2 Be a champion of inclusion and diversity. Reason for vacancy: New  Pay Range: $155,000 - $165,000 We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.