Tunneling Manager
Aecon Group Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Bowmanville • Canada
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About the role
- Oversee the team managing all temporary structures linked to TBM assembly and launch (TBM shield cradle, TBM back up cradle, thrust frame, etc.)
- Develop tunneling work plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
- Oversee TBM operations, including assembly, launch, and maintenance.
- Ensure alignment with geotechnical conditions and design specifications.
- Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and safe work reviews.
- Provide mentorship and performance management for team members.
- Implement QA/QC programs for tunneling works, including ring building and grout injection.
- Monitor ground conditions and ensure proper installation of support systems.
- Liaise with engineering, logistics, and surface works teams.
- Maintain accurate progress reports, shift logs, and production metrics.
- Escalate safety or quality issues promptly.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
- 10 years in tunneling or underground construction, including TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) operations and tunnel cross-passages experience.
- Minimum 10 years’ relevant supervisory experience on large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Minimum 5 years’ mining experience, with the knowledge of TBM and mining systems.
- Experience with developing methodologies to ensure compliance with the scope of work and technical criteria.
- Self-directed, motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Strong coordination and organization skills, with strict emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, with all internal organization departments, alliance partners, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.
- Comfortable working in both settings, in-office and on-site.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
tunneling work plansresource allocation strategiesTBM operationsQA/QC programshazard assessmentsgrout injectionground conditions monitoringsupport systems installationperformance managementcompliance methodologies
Soft Skills
mentorshipteam playercoordination skillsorganization skillsattention to detaileffective communicationself-directedmotivatedfast-paced environmentproblem escalation
Certifications
bachelor’s degree in civil engineeringvalid driver’s license