Job Description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian 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 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion 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!

Aecon’s Corporate Affairs, Corporate Communications & Marketing Team produces compelling and strategic digital and print content to inform, engage, and connect Aecon’s people, clients, partners, and communities. With multiple offices and sites across the company, keeping everybody strategically aligned and up to date in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment is a huge challenge – and we thrive on it. We also lead the way when it comes to building and maintaining a strong and consistent brand through a wide range of marketing collateral for both internal and external audiences. And when it’s in-person, virtual, or hybrid event time, this is the go-to team for conference agenda development and event logistics for corporate functions of all sizes and scopes.

What is the Opportunity?

As a Graphic Design Coordinator, you’ll support the development of Aecon’s visual communications across both print and digital platforms. Working primarily in Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva Enterprise, you’ll help design and produce a wide range of materials, including presentations, internal communications, marketing collateral, social content, and print assets.

You bring a strong eye for detail, an organized approach to your work, and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow. With a solid foundation in graphic design principles such as layout, typography, and visual hierarchy, you also have a working understanding of print production and digital best practices. You’re comfortable designing within established brand guidelines to ensure consistency, while also contributing fresh ideas and thoughtful improvements to how the brand shows up across channels. Curious about design trends and tools, you welcome feedback and apply it constructively to your work.

You’re able to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize competing deadlines, and balance speed with quality – delivering reliable, on‑brand work in a fast‑paced environment.

Reporting to the Director of Communications with direct guidance of our Manager of Brand Design, you’ll collaborate closely with the design team, and cross‑functional partners to support business needs and contribute to the ongoing evolution of Aecon’s brand.

What You'll Do Here:

• Design and produce digital and print assets in alignment with Aecon’s brand standards
• Build and maintain Canva templates, including basic animations and short video content
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and production requirements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate business goals into clear, effective visual solutions
• Interpret high‑level concepts and data to create engaging graphics for presentations and communications
• Contribute to team process improvements and shared learnings
• Stay current on design trends, tools, and emerging channels

What You Bring to the Team:

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in an in‑house or agency design environment is preferred but we welcome recent graduates
• A strong portfolio demonstrating visual craft, design thinking, and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Working knowledge of Canva Enterprise, including animation capabilities
• Working knowledge and experience in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Solid understanding of print production and file preparation
• Experience designing for both digital and print formats
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• A collaborative mindset, openness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve

Nice to have:

• Experience in Photography, Video Production, Animation or Motions Graphics
• Knowledge/Experience in User Experience/User Interface Design
• Knowledge/Experience in Marketing or Communications
• RGD membership or affiliation

Please note this is a 12-month contract opportunity.

Reason for vacancy: Replacement

The expected salary range for this opportunity is $60,000-$65,000

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 Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.