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Manager, DesignAecon Group Inc. • Cambridge, Region of Waterloo, CA
Manager, Design

Manager, Design

Aecon Group Inc. • Cambridge, Region of Waterloo, CA
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Manager, Design – Aecon Group Inc.

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

  • 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.
  • Well‑being support – Services to support mental, emotional, and physical health.
  • Career development – Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
  • Sustainability – Commitment to responsible operation and minimal environmental impact.

Company & Position Overview

We are looking for a Design Manager to engage with our Renewables team within Aecon Utilities who will be responsible for preparing, implementing, and enforcing the Design Management Plan. The incumbent will coordinate all designs produced by the design team to ensure that the design meets the requirements set out in the agreement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement and execute Safe by Design Principles across all design activities.
  • Manage the delivery of all project‑related design activities to successfully deliver various discipline designs in compliance with schedule and budget for highly complex projects.
  • Lead design integration and interface management and requirements fulfilment; provide direction to project engineering teams to deliver specified technical requirements and schedules.
  • Develop and maintain the design management plans, requirements traceability matrix, and lead the preparation of Interface Control Documents.
  • Coordinate all technical interfaces and review technical documentation of each subsystem involved in dedicated interfaces; participate in the Change Control Process of subsystem engineering activities.
  • Ensure compliance of contractual requirements at all stages (design, integration, validation), including all temporary works and staging.
  • Manage and facilitate interfaces between all disciplines and the temporary works designer.
  • Evaluate design changes for impacts on schedule, cost, requirements, and interfaces.
  • Interface with the project team to determine schedules, monitor design progress, support systems integration, and coordinate handover between disciplines, testing, and commissioning activities.
  • Carry out all engineering administration following company policies and procedures.
  • Assist with interfacing with various disciplines internal to the project team such as estimators, operations staff, and technical writers.
  • Required Knowledge and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Engineering or related technical training and experience.
  • 10+ years of relevant industry experience (utilities; renewables) with related design management experience.
  • Previous design management and integration experience on EPC contracts and projects as a Design Manager.
  • Understanding of construction means and methods, including staging and temporary works.
  • Potential to perform in a lead capacity, manage engineering staff and third‑party design subcontracts.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and apply continuous improvement principles.
  • 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 Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. 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 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.

    Job Details

  • Seniority Level : Mid‑Senior level
  • Employment Type : Full‑time
  • Job Function : Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology
  • Industry : Construction
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