About this role
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.
At Aecon, you can count on:
- Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.
We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud .
At Aecon we:
- Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
- Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.
Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.
What is the Opportunity?
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to provide overall site leadership for the safe and successful execution of power generation projects in Brownsville, Tennessee. This position is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and safely executing construction activities from initial site mobilization through startup support, testing, turnover, closeout, and commercial operation.
The ideal candidate brings extensive power generation construction experience and a strong background leading direct-hire and subcontracted workforces on large EPC projects. This role will serve as a key site interface between Engineering, Construction, Commissioning/Startup, Operations, the Owner, vendors, subcontractors, and OEM representatives.
What You’ll Do Here:
- Establish and maintain a strong site safety culture.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for construction activities and field coordination.
- Lead direct-hire construction activities, including union craft labor.
- Lead and hold superintendents accountable for safety, production, schedules, and work plans.
- Coordinate activities between Construction, Engineering, Commissioning/Startup, subcontractors, vendors, and plant operations.
- Ensure appropriate staffing, training, and resource allocation throughout construction and commissioning activities.
- Maintain overall responsibility for site safety performance and adherence to Aecon’s quality program.
- Implement and support Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), clearance, and hazardous energy control requirements.
- Conduct and participate in risk assessments and critical readiness reviews.
- Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
- Support system turnover from Construction to Commissioning and from Commissioning to Owner Operations.
- Verify completion of punch-list items and turnover documentation.
- Coordinate OEM field service representatives and vendor technical advisors.
- Interface with client representatives and plant operations personnel.
- Support preparation of construction reports, schedules, forecasts, and risk assessments.
- Support the Project Manager in all aspects of safety, quality, client relations, cost, and schedule.
What You Bring to the Team:
- 10–15+ years of experience on power generation and gas turbine projects, including direct-hire and subcontractor environments.
- 10+ years in a construction leadership role managing superintendents and subcontractors on large EPC projects.
- Experience with combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) and/or simple-cycle generation facilities.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple craft disciplines.
- Experience leading direct-hire and union labor.
- Working knowledge of turbines, generators, transformers, switchyards, protection systems, DCS/PLC controls, balance-of-plant systems, fuel gas systems, and water treatment systems.
- Knowledge of applicable industry standards, codes, quality programs, and safety requirements.
- Strong leadership and team-development skills.
- Demonstrated construction and startup support experience.
- Strong risk-management and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with contract and stakeholder management.
- Knowledge of schedule and cost controls.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to safety and quality.
- Ability to build trust, accountability, and respect with union craft labor and project leadership.
Aecon fosters 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.
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