Manager, Technical Development

Aecon Group Inc.

. Lead delivery, support, governance, and continuous improvement of Aecon's operational business applications .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$130,000 - CA$140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing operational business applications, including application delivery, support, and governance, while driving continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, manage application portfolios, and ensure compliance with operational standards.

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Application Delivery ManagementOperational TechnologyDigital TransformationPeople LeadershipApplication Integration

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Hard Skills

Enterprise ApplicationsBusiness SystemsApplication Portfolio ManagementService Performance ManagementOperational Risk ManagementApplication Lifecycle ManagementProcess ImprovementAutomationAnalyticsAI-Enabled Capabilities

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CommunicationInfluencing Without AuthorityCoaching and MentoringRelationship BuildingTeam Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Ineight Project SuiteP6 PrimaveraArcGIS (ESRI)

Industry Keywords

ConstructionIndustrialFabricationEngineeringUtilitiesInfrastructure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead delivery, support, governance, and continuous improvement of Aecon's operational business applications
Manage the operational application portfolio supporting construction, project controls, fabrication, geospatial and digital engineering, utilities, safety, and quality
Execute application roadmaps aligned with enterprise modernization and organizational goals
Oversee application upgrades, enhancements, maintenance, integrations, and retirement planning
Lead application delivery, support, enhancement, administration, and operational maintenance teams
Coordinate resources and delivery priorities across support, enhancement, and project activities
Ensure service levels, availability targets, security, reliability, and operational performance objectives are achieved
Partner with business leaders to identify process improvement, automation, productivity, and operational efficiency opportunities
Support adoption of digital, geospatial, automation, analytics, and AI-enabled capabilities
Translate business requirements into prioritized delivery plans and application enhancements
Build relationships with operational business leaders and stakeholders
Facilitate demand intake, prioritization, and roadmap planning
Ensure compliance with governance, security, audit, architecture, data, and operational standards
Lead and develop Application Leads, Product Leads, Functional Analysts, and other technical resources
Coach team members, support professional development, and sustain engagement across co-located and remote teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Information Technology, Business Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline
8 to 10 years of progressive experience in enterprise applications, business systems, or technology delivery leadership
3 to 5 years of people leadership experience, including leading co-located and remote teams
Experience leading application support and delivery teams for business-critical solutions
Experience working with operational business functions in construction, industrial, fabrication, engineering, utilities, infrastructure, or related environments
Experience managing application portfolios, roadmaps, lifecycle activities, service performance, and operational risk
Strong understanding of application integration, service management, digital transformation, operational technology, data, and enterprise applications
Experience working with Ineight Project Suite, P6 Primavera, ArcGIS (ESRI), or other industry specific applications assets
Ability to explain technical concepts and recommendations clearly to non-technical audiences
Ability to communicate cross-functionally and across management levels and influence without direct authority

Benefits

Comp & perks

Services and benefits supporting mental, emotional, and physical well-being for employees and families
Aecon University
Tuition reimbursement
Leadership Programs
Training and professional development initiatives
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Diversity programs
Veteran group partnerships
Accessibility accommodations throughout the interview and hiring process