Interface and Integration Director

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 an Interface & Integration 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 an Interface & Integration Director you will be accountable for ensuring all construction project management activities are successfully executed for major transportation rail/transit projects.

Please note the successful candidate for this role must be willing and able to work on-site in Austin, TX.

What You'll Do Here:

• Execute Systems Engineering processes to deliver successful project outcomes, including requirements management, interface management, validation and verification, configuration management and progressive assurance.
• Lead teams responsible for design, procurement, installation, integration, configuration, testing, and commissioning of transit Systems.
• Lead the integration and interface of the Systems with civil structures, elevated guideways, tunnels, stations, O&M facilities, as well as with the existing rail transit systems in revenue operation.
• Ensuring the various project/segment teams comply with the system lifecycle processes defined in ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288.
• Manage multi-disciplinary internal engineering resources on the project.
• Manage the successful delivery of Design and Construction Interface requirements.
• Effectively communicate expectations, track performance of engineering teams and subcontractors, and take proactive measures to address technical challenges.
• Engage with the Testing and Commissioning team at key stages to ensure success of the Testing and Commissioning program.
• Interface with the Systems Design Team and others to determine schedules, monitor design progress, support systems integration, and coordinate the procurement, installation and T&C activities.
• Provide oversight and support for various stages of systems testing.
• Support various transit related pursuits from the perspective of Systems Integration.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Will Bring To The Team:

• Post-secondary education in engineering, construction management, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in civils construction, track, buildings, Utilities, M&E, or related disciplines is required.
• Proven experience managing large, complex rail or transit infrastructure projects in a client-facing role.
• communication skills.
• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to plan and execute multiple priorities with tight deadlines and meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including superior skills in Excel.
• Professional business communication designations considered an asset.
• Sound judgement, highly developed interpersonal skills, well developed organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

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.