Employee Concerns Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects 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 people 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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?

The Employee Concerns Manager plays a critical role in fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability across the organization. This position is responsible for receiving, evaluating, and resolving employee concerns—particularly those involving safety, ethics, regulatory compliance, and workplace conduct—within both nuclear-regulated and federal operational environments. The Employee Concerns Manager ensures that all concerns are addressed in a timely, confidential, and legally compliant manner, while promoting trust and ethical behavior throughout the workforce.

What You'll Do Here:

Concern Intake & Management

• Receive, document, and triage employee concerns related to safety, ethics, harassment, retaliation, and regulatory violations.
• Ensure concerns are handled confidentially and impartially, with appropriate follow-up and resolution.
• Maintain detailed records of all cases and ensure timely reporting to appropriate internal and external stakeholders.

Ethics & Governance

• Collaborate with the Ethics & Compliance team to ensure alignment with company policies and reporting obligations.
• Support the implementation of ethics training, awareness campaigns, and reporting mechanisms.
• Monitor trends and systemic issues to recommend policy or procedural improvements.

Investigations & Reporting

• Conduct or oversee internal investigations, ensuring objectivity and adherence to due process.
• Prepare investigation summaries and recommendations for corrective action.
• Jointly report findings and metrics to the Director Labour Relations and Sr. Director Human Resources.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees seeking guidance or support.
• Build strong relationships across departments to promote a speak-up culture.
• Provide regular updates and briefings to senior leadership on concern trends and resolution status.

What You'll Bring Here:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in employee relations, ethics compliance, or investigations
• Experience in nuclear-regulated and federal environments preferred
• Knowledge of whistleblower protections and ethics regulations an asset
• Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism
• Experience working with DOE, NRC, or DoD contractors is preferred

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.