Sr. Manager, Electrical

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Company & Position Overview

Faster.Smarter.Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. As part of our Aecon Utilities sector, Aecon Utility Engineering (AUE) is a division focusing on engineering design, project and quality management, employing over 100 engineers, technicians, projects managers, and clerical staff.

Aecon Utilities Engineering is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Electrical division in our U.S. operations. Reporting to the General Manager, this role is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure the successful delivery and financial performance of key projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in the local distribution company (LDC) sector, a strong network of industry relationships, and a proven ability to drive business growth. This position offers the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, cultivate client partnerships, and guide a skilled team in delivering innovative, high-quality solutions.

The incumbent for this role will be based anywhere in the U.S. with ability to travel extensively across the U.S. as required.

What You'll Do Here:

• Lead the full lifecycle of electrical distribution and substation projects—from concept through execution—with a focus on quality, safety, and profitability.
• Drive business development by identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and supporting proposal and bid strategies.
• Provide strategic direction to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting succession planning.
• Oversee project financials, ensuring alignment with business targets and delivering strong ROI.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage stakeholder expectations to ensure project success.
• Review and approve detailed engineering designs, schematics, and bills of materials for substation and distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards, codes, and client specifications.
• Collaborate with estimating teams on RFP responses, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, and utilities to align design and execution plans.
• Conduct site visits and maintain strong field-level engagement with project stakeholders.

What You Bring to the Team

• 10+ years in electrical utility engineering and distribution design.
• Expertise in U.S. engineering standards, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional team leadership is a strong asset.
• In-depth understanding of the electrical industry, including key players, standards, permitting, easements, and best practices.
• Experience with major LDCs (e.g., Duke Energy, Exelon, FPL).
• Understanding of the generation, transmission and distribution electrical systems.
• Strong leadership, financial planning, and project management skills.
• Experience managing and leading design teams, including overseeing project schedules, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate ability in identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities, driving strategic growth and innovation

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.