ESDC (Engineering Services During Construction) Lead - Rail & Transit

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Job Description

AECOM Markham is hiring a highly experienced Lead for Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) to oversee and coordinate engineering support throughout the construction phase of a major transit infrastructure project involving stations, tunnel work and ancillary site works associated with such infrastructure.

The successful candidate will support a multidisciplinary team of engineers and specialists to ensure technical compliance, issue resolution, and able to work with contractors to convey design intent, address constructability issues in coordination with engineers/architects, and change management while driving requirements and obligations associated with Engineer of Record needs for project close-out.

This is a newly created role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ESDC services providing engineering support across stations, guideway, and PPS during construction.

• Manage and coordinate design team field presence requirements to fulfill professional obligations.

• Manage client expectations regarding engineering support and ensure alignment with project objectives.

• Coordinate timely responses to RFIs, NCRs, Site Instructions, and other construction-related queries.

• Review and manage time spent/monthly invoices associated with ESDC work.

• Coordinate with design teams and sub-consultants to resolve construction-phase technical issues.

• Support the management of design changes, and collaborate with commercial teams for cost/time implications as it relates to RFIs, NCRs, and site requests.

• Support the ESDC management on the commercial and other escalated matters.

• Ensure that designated field monitors witness and review installed work prior to final sign-off and attend required site meetings accordingly.

• Work with project teams and stakeholders to establish and manage work processes and workflows for ESDC components such as RFIs, construction document submittals, record drawings, and construction certificates.

• Monitor and observe ESDC procedures during the construction phase and provide input to optimize processes where required.

• Collaborate with the Document Control team to ensure records are maintained for all post-IFC key technical decisions and design changes.

• Confirm accuracy and completeness of project close-out documentation.

• Collaborate with the Contractor and client on the project close-out and handover plan.

• Report regularly on construction-phase engineering activities to project leadership.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with 6+ years of relevant experience.

Professional Engineering (P.Eng) designation in Ontario.

Experience supporting engineering or contract administration activities during construction on complex infrastructure or building projects.

Understand and can manage the processing of RFIs, NCRs, construction submittals, and other construction-phase technical documentation.

Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and coordinating between design and construction teams.

Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and constructability considerations.

Preferred Qualifications

Ideally 10+ years of relevant experience

Experience supporting engineering services during construction for transit, transportation, or other large infrastructure programs.

Experience with design-build, progressive design-build, or P3 delivery models.

Experience working on projects in the GTA Region

Experience supporting contract administration or engineering services during construction on complex multidisciplinary projects.

Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with strong communication and team leadership abilities.

Additional Information

Additional information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $140000 to $190000.

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

ReqID: J10149408

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 140000 - CAD 190000 - yearly