Project Coordinator Co-op

Date: Jan 10, 2025

Location: Ohsweken, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Energy

Position Title: Project Coordinator 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 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.

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.

What Is the Opportunity?
Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Six Nations is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Six Nations is ready to become Ontario’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Project Coordinator Co-op to help us get there!

Reporting to the Office Manager, the Project Coordinator Co-op will be responsible for providing coordination and support to various aspects of operations to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable work execution.

This position is a part of Aecon’s General Partnership with Six Nations within the Ohsweken community. It is a 4-8-month opportunity beginning in May 2025.

What You'll Do Here
• Assists in the efficient scheduling of various work crews as required.
• Performs site previews and/or inspections as required in preparation for locate requests.
• Meets utilities on site, as required, to assist in accurate and timely locates.
• Assists in inventory management controls and related systems development.
• Coordinates and/or procures specialty materials & tooling.
• Assists in specialty tool inventory management, controls, maintenance, and certifications.
• Onboards new trade employees ensuring proper orientation and training has been received prior to work assignment.
• Conducts daily scanning of heavy equipment that is idle or down for repair.
• Creates and monitors weekly equipment idling reports and correct misallocations.
• Reviews weekly equipment utilization reports and corrects misallocations.
• Tracks and maintains SBU specific worker Training Matrix.
• Leads and directs the maintenance for operational yard facilities.
• Oversees quality, material & subcontractor management process for assigned projects.
• Aids in the acquisition of required safety documentation from Subcontractors.
• Oversees project safety performance and supports field engagement through safety inspections and audits. Supports Safety Advisors in any required safety investigations and ensures that corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensures and tracks that quality and frequency of safety inspection reporting is in compliance with Aecon Health & Safety and Environmental Manual.
• Reviews, tracks, and summarizes Quality Assurance non-conformances and ensures appropriate training and follow-up is maintained.
• Performs such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by his/her Supervisor / Manager.
• Drives 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
• Enrolled in or recently completed post-secondary school education in a Construction, Engineering or Business discipline, or an acceptable combination of education and previous experience.
• Strong coordination, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to resolve project disputes with minimal assistance.
• Talent to inspire and foster an environment of cooperation between different departments and co-workers.
• Strong computer skills and experience with MS Excel, MS Word, SharePoint.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Experience in the utility construction industry an asset.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet project deadlines.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

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. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.