Director, Technical

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?

 

Aecon is seeking a Technical Director to join the Urban Transportation Solutions group to support dynamic, transit projects in North America. 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!

 

As a Technical Director, you will be accountable for ensuring all construction project management activities are successfully executed for major transportation rail/transit projects.

 

PS: This project is based in the state of Texas.

 

What You'll Do Here:

• Project Leadership & Oversight
• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive project plans for major rail infrastructure initiatives, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with regulatory and client standards.
• Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle—from concept through commissioning—by leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensuring technical excellence.
• Monitor project financials, track expenditures, and conduct variance analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and budget risks, while reporting progress and key risks to executive stakeholders and investment committees.
• Design & Technical Management
• Establish and manage frameworks and standards for technical and design processes throughout the project lifecycle, influencing major Design-Build infrastructure projects.
• Ensure all designs are compliant, safe, constructible, and optimized for total project cost efficiency.
• Manage the Design Managem