Design Lead

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 Always. 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 responsibly 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

What is the Opportunity? 
The Design Lead – Structural will oversee the technical delivery of multidisciplinary design packages, ensuring alignment between design, construction, and client requirements. This role is pivotal in ensuring design compliance, managing engineering interfaces, driving technical excellence, and ensuring constructability across all phases of the project.

What You'll Do Here:

• Lead and coordinate the technical delivery of structural design works packages. 

• Serve as the primary liaison between design consultants, construction teams, and client technical 
representatives.

• Review and approve design submissions for compliance with project specifications, standards, and 
constructability.

• Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring timely resolution of design and construction issues.

• Manage technical interfaces across structural and other disciplines and with third-party stakeholders.

• Provide technical advice to design consultants to achieve compliance with the client contract.

• Support procurement by reviewing technical scopes and evaluating vendor proposals.

• Monitor design progress against schedule and budget, ensuring timely delivery of milestones.

• Provide technical leadership during construction, testing, and commissioning phases.

• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and innovation within the technical team.

• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Bring to The Team: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical leadership or design roles on large-scale transit or infrastructure projects.

• Experience working on large, complex infrastructure projects.

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation or equivalent is an asset. 

• Proven experience managing design teams and delivering structural designs.

• Working knowledge of design agreement and client contracts.

• Experience working with a large multi-disciplinary team.

• Strong understanding of structural design, construction methodologies, and regulatory frameworks.

• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, BIM platforms) and project management software.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working in a fast paced, pressure environment.

SFSP is a joint venture partnership between Aecon; Acciona and Pomerleau. The successful candidate will be employed by one of the joint venture partners.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000 per annum. 

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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