Piping Superintendent

About the Role Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. (ACSI) is seeking a Piping Superintendent to lead the execution of piping and mechanical scopes on complex industrial projects. This site-based role supports projects across Western Canada, ensuring safety, on-schedule delivery, quality workmanship, and contractual compliance.

What You'll Do

• Participate in bid reviews to validate constructability, labour productivity, and piping quantities.
• Lead field execution of piping scopes including installation, assembly, testing, and commissioning of piping systems.
• Review and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and welding procedures to ensure accurate installation and compliance.
• Oversee and coordinate pipefitting, steamfitting, and welding activities to meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure proper installation methods are followed for systems involving flow, pressure, and temperature requirements.
• Monitor inspection and testing of piping systems, including hydrotesting, leak testing, and quality control checks.
• Work closely with EHS teams to enforce project-specific safety programs and maintain Aecon's strong safety culture.
• Develop and manage detailed construction and look-ahead schedules, aligning labour, materials, and equipment.
• Coordinate subcontractors, union trades, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient execution of work.
• Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving activities related to piping installation, system integrity, and constructability challenges.
• Interface with clients to provide updates on piping progress and resolve field-related concerns.
• Support change management processes, including scope changes, schedule impacts, and material adjustments.
• Mentor and develop forepersons, journeypersons, and apprentices while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies in collaboration with project teams.
• Act as the construction lead for piping scopes in coordination with Project Management, Quality, Engineering, and Project Controls teams.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5+ years of industrial construction experience, with significant focus on piping and mechanical systems.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or superintendent-level role overseeing pipefitting/steamfitting scopes.
• Strong knowledge of piping systems, installation methods, welding processes, and pressure systems.
• Ability to read and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Valid Journeyperson Pipefitter/Steamfitter certification or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of quality control, inspection processes, and testing.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Not disclosed.
• Benefits: Aecon provides mental, emotional, and physical well-being support; Aecon University and Leadership Programs; Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training; Employee Resource Groups to promote inclusion; and a commitment to sustainable construction.