Project Technician

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?

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simply do it better. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we're looking for a Project Technician to help us get there!

Reporting to the Project Technician Design Lead, the Project Technician will be responsible for all facets of design drafting and field survey QC assistance for our existing and prospective Utility clients.

What You'll Do Here:

• Completion of basic to moderate design drawings, quantity calculations and as-built drawings for various types of utility projects using software packages (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, SPIDA Calc).
• Ability to solve regular challenges; complex problems supported through senior team members.
• Collaborating with Project Designers and Project Engineers to ensure accuracy of drawings.
• Working with permit drawings and city websites to understand the full scope of the drawing.
• Liaises with Project Designers, Project Engineers, and Field Inspectors to problem solve.
• Manage project schedules and deliverables with support from senior team members.
• Responsible for quality of project deliverables and completion of projects within budget, tracking project hours strategically staying within designated hours.
• Complete a quality check on field captures to ensure all required items have been recorded.
• Process field captures conducted by the Field Inspectors.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Post-secondary education in Electrical/Civil Engineering or Architectural program, considered an asset.
• Minimum one year of AutoCAD or MicroStation drafting experience.
• Minimum one year experience with utility projects, specifically telecommunications, hydro and gas, is a strong asset.
• High proficiency with AutoCAD software and experience customizing AutoCAD, scripts, tools, and Menus.
• Basic understanding of municipality standards, pole line analysis, and CSA standards is considered an asset.
• Proficient with the use of computers and software, including MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Good understanding of how to read electrical/civil engineering drawings and site plans.
• Excellent safety and attendance record and previously demonstrated strong safety awareness.

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.