Job Description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is and building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure 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 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 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.

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
140+ years in the industry means Aecon\'s roots in construction and infrastructure development run deep. Our Construction segment includes all aspects of the construction of both public and private infrastructure in the Civil, Urban Transportation, Nuclear, Utility, and Conventional Industrial sectors. We operate primarily in Canada but selectively pursue International initiatives.Aecon is dedicated to a comprehensive, collaborative, Canada-wide approach to Indigenous engagement. We build relationships with Indigenous communities on a foundation of trust, respect, and understanding by acting as a responsible and respectful business partner, working side by side with community leaders and members, while creating and nurturing meaningful and beneficial opportunities and relationships. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Indigenous Relations, the Indigenous Relations Specialist will provide support to the Indigenous Relations Team for activities and projects across Aecon\'s construction operations sectors.What You\'ll Do

• Supporting implementation of Aecon\'s Indigenous Relations Strategy.
• Assist in the development of community relations and partnership initiatives with Indigenous businesses.
• Interface with functional groups to coordinate procurement, employment, and training opportunities for projects.
• Act as a liaison between project teams and Indigenous partners and other participants to support project commitments and communications.
• File management and recordkeeping.
• Plan, maintain and report on engagement initiatives, as needed.
• Support implementation of Aecon\'s Indigenous awareness and recognition programs.
• Provide proposal and communications support.
• Administrative oversight of Indigenous Participation Plans and associated reporting.
• Participate in relationship-building opportunities, including conferences and other offsite events to develop and maintain productive working relationships with Indigenous Communities.
• Travel as required

What you Bring to the Team

• Post-secondary education in Political Science, Communications, Indigenous Studies, Business or another acceptable discipline from a recognized educational institution, or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience with Indigenous engagement, research, consulting or knowledge of Indigenous culture, governance systems and history, lived experience, knowledge of an Indigenous language is an asset.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Experience with general project communications and/or community engagement considered an asset.
• Excellent Computer skills including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must be willing to travel to where projects or Indigenous Communities or Groups are located and work a flexible work schedule.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are essential.
• Strong business writing skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in various settings and styles ensuring messages are delivered with the intended impact in both internal and external organizational contexts, including discussions on controversial topics.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple deadlines and tasks.
• Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please

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