Project Director Systems

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 cant do it safely we dont do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were 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. Were always searching the globe for innovative collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity

We are a trusted provider of end-to-end integrated Urban Transportation Solutions. From Light Rail Transit (LRT) to subways and commuter rail systems Aecons expansive resources for planning engineering procuring building and commissioning large-scale infrastructure projects means we can handle all aspects of a transit project from conception through operation.

Aecon is seeking a Project Director Systems to join the Urban Transportation Solutions group to support dynamic transit projects in Canada. We are proud to support projects that are committed to faster and more convenient travel ultimately improving transportation experiences. This starts with bringing aboard the best possible team!

PS:The successful candidate must reside in or be willing to relocate toQuebec City.

What Youll Do Here:

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive project plans for major rail infrastructure initiatives and serve as the single point of contact with the Client and representatives from each project segment in a collaborative process.
• Ensure the project meets contractual requirements and resolve issues including managing schedules and budgets to achieve contract obligations.
• Collaborate with the client contractors and design professionals to discuss and manage project interfaces both design and construction interfaces.
• Manage design and construction risks.
• Execute Systems Engineering processes to deliver successful project outcomes including requirements management interface management validation and verification and configuration management.
• Execute Systems Assurance to demonstrate the systems can be operated and maintained safely and as an integrated system.
• Lead teams responsible for design procurement installation integration configuration testing and commissioning of rail transit systems.
• Lead the integration and interface of the Systems with civil structures elevated guideway tunnels stations O&M facilities as well as with the existing rail rapid transit systems in revenue operation.
• Ensure project/segment teams comply with the system lifecycle processes defined in ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288.
• 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:

• Minimum 20 years of experience in the rail transit sector in a leadership role managing project systems components.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Completion of a diploma or degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Preference will be given to licensed Professional Engineer (.).
• Experience with AREMA ISO CENELEC MIL-STD and IEEE standards.
• Knowledge of Progressive Design and Build models and other typical contractual structures for the delivery of rail and transit infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of applicable legislative and regulatory requirements governing passenger rail transit projects.
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices sufficient to lead cross functional teams and consultants including budget and schedule control and planning work programs.
• Direct working knowledge of trackwork systems as well as other rail systems such as signaling and automatic train controls communications systems and propulsion power supply systems.
• An extensive technical knowledge of systems design procurement installation testing and commissioning and application of Systems Engineering processes.
• Sound judgement highly developed interpersonal skills well developed organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel Word and Outlook packages).
• 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 appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.