Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you wont just build your career youll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If youre inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecons Corporate teams provide a wide range of critical support services to Aecons varied Sector and Project teams.

The Pension & Benefits Specialist will be responsible for supporting the HR team in benefits programs administration for the Canadian workforce. The incumbent will also assist in developing, implementing, improving, and supporting programs, processes, and tools to help achieve departments strategic objectives.

What Youll Do Here:

• Administer multiple plans and various aspects of benefits programs in compliance with plan, policies, current legislation, and corporate governance requirements.
• Advise and support the business on benefit requirements and best practices.
• Work with HR, Payroll, and employees as subject matter experts on all elements of benefits programs.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and timely responses to benefits related inquiries from staff, retirees, and HR from across the country.
• Work with internal contacts and service providers to resolve claims, coverage and service issues and find solutions/provide recommendations for sensitive and one-off situations.
• Provide on-going benefits administration support.
• Support and manage annual benefits enrolment project activities including communications.
• Ensure organizational compliance with all relevant benefits plan legislation.
• Recommend and implement improvements to the pension and retirement processes in support of providing effective employee, HR, and Manager experience.
• Supports annual pension audit and preparation of financial statements.
• Supports pension and benefits year end process.
• Prepares and submits pension filings to meet regulatory deadlines.
• Prepares benefits reports for service providers for eligibility and renewal purposes.
• Take a lead role in the integration, testing and implementation of HR systems from a pension & benefits perspective.
• Validates and prepares service provider billings for payment.
• Preparation of presentations and special reports as required.
• Provides additional support within the Total Rewards team and the larger HR team as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Strong experience with Canadian benefits programs i.e. broad based and executive.
• Strong understanding of benefits legislation and compliance/filing requirements.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of related work experience and a college or university degree.
• 2-3 years of SAP and/or specific software experience required related to area of specialization.
• Completion or progression toward professional designations such as CEBS preferred.
• Knowledge of benefits and pension theory and practice, with the ability to use judgment in applying this knowledge when dealing with complex and confidential issues.
• Provide consultation and develop training materials.
• Ability to successfully navigate a fast-paced, complex, and changing work environment, while managing multiple and shifting priorities.
• Highly developed problem-solving ability and critical thinking skills.
• Strong ability to collaborate with internal clients and external vendors to achieve the best results and deliver the most value.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

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, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecons AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.