Job Description

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?

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Business Partner plays a key role in partnering with the business to deliver strategic talent outcomes and workforce solutions. This role focuses on attracting top talent, advising hiring leaders, and shaping proactive sourcing and hiring strategies aligned to business priorities. Operating within a matrixed Talent Acquisition model, this role delivers sector hiring outcomes ( solid line reporting ) while aligning to enterprise TA strategy, standards, and governance through the TA COE ( dotted line reporting ).

What You’ll Do Here:

• Conduct full-cycle recruitment for all open roles across Aecon's Civil and Utilities divisions, including sourcing, screening resumes, conducting telephone screens, interviewing, reference checks, and composing and extending job offers
• Identify strategies and sourcing channels to build a pipeline of candidates for assigned portfolio
• Establish connections, maintain and leverage a professional online and social media presence, and prospect talent through your network
• Provide trusted advice to hiring managers by using diverse interviewing and assessment techniques to validate candidate skills and competencies
• Consult with hiring managers and provide updates on the labour market, candidate availability, sourcing methods, recruitment risks, and relocation considerations
• Communicate on a regular basis with the business to understand and forecast recruitment needs and initiatives 
• Assist and consult on the development of job descriptions and job postings
• Guide candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensure a smooth onboarding experience in partnership with the Human Resources team
• Identify opportunities for process-improvement
• Use recruitment data and metrics to gain valuable insights into recruitment trends and incorporate into overall recruitment strategies
• Create and execute an external sourcing plan to build a strong, diverse talent pools and successfully identify, attract, and source / hire qualified talent
• Take initiative to develop strong understanding of the workforce planning needs and talent roadmap of Aecon’s sector and industry segments
• Develop strong connection to Aecon’s values to appropriately promote our workplace culture, career opportunities, and benefits of working at Aecon
• Ensure all candidate data and information is captured and saved in ATS, and leverage collaborative sourcing/recruitment tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter and Indeed
• Deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience
• Build and maintain brand awareness, a network of industry contacts, and strategic external partnerships
• Regular engagement with internal partners including Talent Acquisition COE, HR leads, and operational leaders to review strategic hiring needs and support recruiting activities across the sector.

What You Bring to the Team: 

• 5+ years' recruitment experience with at least three (3) years' leading end-to-end recruitment efforts in a strategic TA Business Partner (or equivalent) role, in a large, matrixed global organization; construction, infrastructure, engineering, or related industry experience is a strong asset
• Experience in hiring across the U.S and Canada
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or business-related area an asset
• Exceptional organization and emerging project management skills with proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to make recommendations and influence outcomes
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members as well as internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborative self-starter and creative problem solver 
• Experience with sourcing tools such as Indeed and LinkedIn Recruiter 
• Experience working on hard to fill roles and high-volume sourcing scenarios
• Able to operate independently to create recruitment sourcing pipelines and build a talent community
• Demonstrated proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Experience with SAP is an asset
• Mix of both agency and in-house experience is an asset.

This role follows a hybrid work model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility, with an expectation of three days per week in the office.

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.

Aecon is committed to ensuring all job postings are compliant with all applicable laws. Any candidate who has a concern regarding the contents of this or any other job posting can email aecon@aecon.com.

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