Millwright Superintendent

Job title: Millwright Superintendent

About the Role Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. (ACSI) is seeking a Millwright Superintendent to lead the execution of mechanical and rotating equipment scopes on industrial projects. This site-based role supports projects across Western Canada, ensuring safe, on-schedule delivery and high-quality workmanship in alignment with contractual requirements.

What You'll Do

• Participate in bid reviews to validate constructability, labour productivity, and mechanical equipment scope requirements.
• Lead field execution of millwright scopes including installation, alignment, maintenance, and repair of industrial machinery and rotating equipment.
• Review and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment manuals, and alignment requirements to ensure accurate execution.
• Oversee rigging, hoisting, and installation of heavy equipment, ensuring proper procedures and safety standards are followed.
• Ensure precision alignment of machinery, including shafts, bearings, couplings, and gear systems to required tolerances.
• Coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting activities for hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Monitor inspection, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems to verify operational performance and reliability.
• Develop and manage construction and look-ahead schedules, ensuring labour, materials, and equipment are aligned with project needs.
• Work closely with EHS teams to implement and enforce site safety programs and Aecon’s zero-injury culture.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders for seamless execution of work.
• Interface with client representatives to provide progress updates and resolve field-related mechanical issues.
• Support change management processes related to scope, schedule, and equipment requirements.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies in collaboration with project teams.
• Mentor and develop forepersons, journeypersons, and apprentices, fostering a high-performance and inclusive team culture.
• Act as the construction lead for millwright and mechanical scopes in coordination with Project Management, Engineering, Quality, and Project Controls.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5+ years of industrial construction experience, with a strong focus on millwright or mechanical scopes.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or superintendent-level role overseeing millwright or mechanical scopes.
• Strong knowledge of industrial machinery installation, alignment, rigging, and maintenance practices.
• Experience with rotating equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.

Compensation & Benefits

• Aecon wellness programs supporting mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Aecon University and Leadership Programs to help build careers.
• Commitment to inclusive work environments with Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training.
• Employee Resource Groups, including Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades.
• Emphasis on sustainable construction and responsible environmental practices.
• Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.