Sr. Project Coordinator

Aecon • Cambridge, ON

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About The Position

The New Nuclear Development group provides engineering, procurement, construction, and project management support at the early stages of new nuclear projects, including small modular reactors (SMRs) or large-scale nuclear projects. Project support may encompass estimating, technology assessments, constructability reviews, schedule development, and contract development. The work can be undertaken by Aecon independently or in a Joint Venture partnership, with projects located in Canada, the US, or internationally. Aecon's leadership in these early stages is crucial for setting up success for the execution phase, including moving into the Validation Phase and establishing the execution organization. The Sr. Project Coordinator is a highly motivated self-starter reporting to the Program Manager, supporting the New Nuclear Development (NND) team in early-phase nuclear pursuits and project development. The role focuses on coordinating pursuit and proposal activities, supporting early project planning, estimating, scheduling, and risk management, and assisting with project setup and governance. This position also supports cross-sector coordination (One Aecon), document control and SharePoint management, and provides reporting and stakeholder support to prepare projects for transition into validation and execution.

Requirements

• Experienced Project Coordinator with minimum 5 years of experience in the Nuclear industry or similar role.
• Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil/Structural) is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills in communicating with a large team
• Organizational and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and multi-task/ Service orientated
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

Nice To Haves

• OPG Security Clearance is an asset
• PMP designation is an asset

Responsibilities

• Support early phase project reporting, KPI tracking, meeting coordination, action logs, and communication with internal teams, JV partners, and external stakeholders.
• Assist NND Project Managers in managing early phase project scope, schedule, cost, and risk, supporting planning activities, tracking commitments, preparing dashboards, and highlighting issues requiring leadership attention.
• Coordinate Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) activities including workshops, gated deliverables, action tracking, and documentation to support early planning and validation phase.
• Assist with early project mobilization, governance documentation, organization charts, interfaces, and alignment with NND and Aecon Nuclear governance requirements.
• Coordinate constructability reviews, execution planning inputs, and modularization strategies including offsite versus onsite fabrication considerations.
• Support EOIs, RFQs, and RFPs by coordinating schedules, tracking inputs, consolidating content, and managing submission readiness and SharePoint filing.
• Coordinate inputs and deliverables across Civil, Industrial, and Utilities teams, supporting early alignment and integrated execution strategies.
• Maintain NND SharePoint structures, manage document control, versioning, and ensure proposals and project records are filed accurately and consistently.
• Coordinate review sessions, and supporting integration of applicable lessons into early phase planning, estimating, execution strategies, and NND standards.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• A leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level