General Foreman

Come Build Your Career at Aecon! As a North American 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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? We are looking for an experienced general foreman who can lead and coordinate crews to safely execute construction, installation, and repair work in accordance with defined job packages. The ideal candidate can interpret blueprints, plan and sequence work activities, ensure materials and resources are available, and maintain clear communication with clients, quality teams, and project leadership. This role requires a strong safety leader who can oversee field execution, identify and mitigate hazards, conduct safety meetings and job analyses, and ensure all work meets quality, schedule, and compliance requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers performing construction, installation, and repair tasks within assigned job packages. Review and interpret blueprints to determine work methods, sequencing, and implementation logistics. Define the scope of work and expected progression of tasks to assigned crews. Plan and determine the sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and testing activities. Ensure required materials, tools, equipment, and supplies are available to craftsmen before and during execution. Directly oversee field activities to ensure compliance with safety requirements and company procedures. Identify, communicate, and mitigate foreseeable hazards, acting as a liaison between disciplines to protect all exposed workers. Assign workers to specific tasks such as material cutting, concrete form building, framework erection, and hydro‑testing based on project phase and discipline. Inspect completed work to verify conformance with specifications, drawings, and job package requirements. Coordinate with QA/QC supervision to support inspections and quality compliance. Communicate work progress, issues, and schedule status with client representatives and project leadership. Follow direction from inline supervision and integrate feedback into daily work planning. Perform hands‑on installation work when required based on job size and scope. Supervise support crafts assigned to the crew as needed. Lead toolbox talks and conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) This is not for a current project. We are taking applications for consideration on future roles. Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.