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It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.
We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to
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Date: Jul 10, 2026
Location:
Cambridge, ON, CA
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Operating Sector: Nuclear
Position Title: Jr. Project Manager-Continuous Improvement
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?
Reporting to the Project Manager, Continuous Improvement, the Junior Project Manager provides project and initiative management support to the Nuclear Continuous Improvement team. The role is responsible for managing small to medium scale projects and initiatives from intake through close-out, supporting the delivery of CI priorities under the direction of the Project Manager. This position requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, applying foundational project management practices while exercising sound judgment within defined parameters and escalating risks and issues as appropriate. The Junior Project Manager may support or co-lead initiatives across multiple workstreams as directed by the Project Manager, including coordinating cross-functional teams, maintaining project artifacts, and driving day-to-day execution to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope.
What You'll Do Here:
Lead and manage assigned projects and initiatives from planning through execution and close-out, ensuring delivery is aligned to scope, timelines, and expected outcomes.
Define and maintain project approach, priorities, and execution plans, ensuring clarity across all stakeholders and team members.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive progress, resolve challenges, and maintain alignment on objectives.
Provide direction, oversight, and task prioritization to supporting team members, including senior coordinators, ensuring quality and consistency of outputs.
Review and validate outputs, analysis, and recommendations provided by supporting resources to ensure alignment with project objectives and intended outcomes.
Facilitate project meetings and working sessions, ensuring discussions are structured, decisions are made, and actions are clearly defined and completed.
Monitor overall project performance, including progress, risks, issues, and dependencies, and take action to maintain delivery momentum.
Escalate risks, issues, or decisions appropriately, providing context and recommended actions to leadership.
Manage stakeholder expectations through regular communication, updates, and alignment on priorities and deliverables.
Support financial tracking activities, including coordinating inputs related to budgets, forecasts, or time tracking where required.
Drive consistency in how projects are delivered by reinforcing standard approaches, expectations, and ways of working across initiatives.
Support rollout and implementation activities by ensuring execution plans are coordinated and completed effectively.
Analyze business processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
Translate stakeholder inputs and business needs into clear, structured outputs that support project teams and decision-making.
What You Bring to the Team:
Strong understanding of project management principles and experience managing projects or initiatives from start to finish.
Demonstrated ability to lead workstreams and coordinate multiple stakeholders toward a common objective.
Ability to review, challenge, and guide work produced by others to ensure quality and alignment with objectives.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations and take appropriate action.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at different levels and provide clear direction.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work independently with a high level of accountability and ownership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Post-secondary education in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in project coordination, project management, or a related role preferred.
Experience working in continuous improvement, operational, or project-based environments considered an asset.
Reason for vacancy: New
The expected pay range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000 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 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.
As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.
