Aecon Group Inc.

Director, Physical Security

Aecon Group Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Toronto • 🇨🇦 Canada

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive physical security program (e.g, governance, policies, standards, and procedures) for all Canadian and international office locations.
  • Act as the enterprise subject-matter expert on physical security risks, threats, and mitigation strategies.
  • Establish enterprise physical security standards and design principles for access control, video surveillance, perimeter protection, alarm, and monitoring systems across all locations.
  • Align programs with recognized industry standards and best practices (e.g., ASIS, ISO, CPTED, etc.).
  • Ensure compliance with relevant local, provincial/state, federal, and international security regulations.
  • Conduct physical security risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and present physical security risk assessments, audits, and reports to senior leadership.
  • Oversee physical security operations, including access control, surveillance systems, emergency response, and incident management.
  • Manage relationships with external security vendors and law enforcement agencies.
  • Lead investigations related to security incidents, theft, vandalism, workplace violence, and site breaches.
  • Lead crisis management and business continuity planning for physical security incidents.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Information Security and Facilities teams, to align security strategies across the enterprise.

Requirements

  • Canadian Citizenship (mandatory).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in physical security management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven track record managing security for multiple office locations across Canada and/or internationally.
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian security standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to travel within Canada or internationally, as required.
  • Bilingual proficiency an asset (specify language, French, Spanish, any other for international locations).
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.
  • Are 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.
  • Are a leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

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Hard skills
physical security program developmentrisk assessmentssecurity auditsaccess control systemsvideo surveillance systemsperimeter protectionalarm systemsincident managementcrisis managementbusiness continuity planning
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationproblem-solvingcollaboration
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Security ManagementBachelor’s degree in Criminal Justiceadvanced degree in related field