Proposal Specialist

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

Aecon is seeking a Proposal Specialist to join Aecon Industrial Engineering Team. We are proud to support projects that are committed to providing high quality Industrial infrastructure. This starts with bringing aboard the best possible team!

What You Will Do Here

• As part of the engineering team, provide engineering perspective to large-scale industrial proposals, help create high-quality content for proposals.
• Contribute to strategies for large-scale project proposal development.
• Participate to proposal presentation when needed.
• Closely work with the estimating team for design-built project proposals.
• Work with engineering vendors to establish scope requirement, deliverable lists.
• Review engineering vendors proposals and conduct gap analysis.
• Identify risks, identify mitigating measure. Develop strategies around cost allocations.
• Ensuring that the design developed meets the technical specifications of the project as well as the applicable law, codes, standards, etc.
• Ensure delivery of engineering in accordance with Aecon’s contractual requirements and construction needs.
• Ensure that quality is managed by our engineering providers.
• Support in various execution plans write-ups.
• Assist Project Manager with the engineering budget and schedule.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
  
  
  

What You Will Bring To The Team

• 5+ years of experience in consulting engineering firm.
• 5+ years of experience in an on-site construction environment.
• Will collaborate in a multi-discipline, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Educational and Industry experience requirements include an Engineering degree with P.Eng. designation in any Canadian jurisdiction or Business & Administration degree.
• Experience in multi-discipline engineering scope definition a must.
• High level understanding of other technical disciplines considered a must.
• Experience across all stages of a project lifecycle from scoping to commissioning.
• Experience in project deliveries requirements for design-build (DB), collaborative DB and contractor early contractor involvement (ECI) projects would be desirable.
• Experience of large complex project in Canada a must, in the US and strong asset.
• Understanding design and construction phases and associated typical engineering deliverables.
• Ability to research and consolidate technical and commercial topics.
• Strong written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills (tact, diplomacy, influence etc.) skills are essential.
• Excellent customer service skills, a passion for problem ownership, and a customer-first attitude.
• Proven experience in priority setting, multitasking, and working with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to learn and have high level of adaptability. Attention to details.
• Ability to travel when required.
• 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.

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