Job Description

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 Account Manager is responsible for strategic account leadership, business development, and long-term client relationship management for a designated U.S. nuclear utility or nuclear program customer.

This role serves as the primary commercial and relationship owner for the assigned customer, accountable for growing work within the account, advancing near- and long-term opportunities, and positioning the company as a trusted nuclear delivery partner across construction, refurbishment, life extension, and emerging nuclear initiatives.

Operating in a highly regulated U.S. nuclear environment, the Account Manager works closely with executive leadership, operations, estimating, legal, and project teams to ensure business development activities, commercial agreements, and client commitments are aligned.

Citizenship Requirement:
This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

What You’ll Do Here:

Key Account Ownership & Client Relationship Management

• Own the overall account strategy for the assigned U.S. nuclear customer, including short- and long-term growth objectives.
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, fostering trusted relationships at the executive, program, and commercial levels.
• Maintain deep understanding of the client’s nuclear fleet strategy, capital programs, outage cycles, regulatory drivers, and procurement models
• Represent the company consistently and credibly in all client engagements, reinforcing nuclear safety culture and delivery capability.

Business Development & Opportunity Development

• Identify, qualify, and advance new business opportunities within the assigned account, including construction, EPC, alliance/JV, unit modifications, and maintenance-related scopes.
• Lead opportunity capture planning in coordination with estimating, operations, engineering, and executive leadership
• Support development of proposals, RFQs, and presentations, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal governance requirements.
• Maintain a clear and accurate account-level opportunity pipeline, including forecasting, win probability, and resource implications.

Commercial Strategy & Contract Support

• Provide account-level input into commercial strategies, delivery models, and risk allocation for U.S. nuclear work.
• Support or participate in contract negotiations, working in close coordination with Legal, Finance, and executive leadership.
• Maintain continuity between pre-award commitments and post-award execution, supporting smooth handoff to project teams.

Internal Coordination & Governance

• Serve as the conduit between client leadership and internal project and functional teams, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Collaborate with Project Directors and Operations leaders to support execution performance and client satisfaction.
• Participate in internal governance reviews, executive updates, and account performance discussions.
• Promote lessons learned and continuous improvement in account management and client engagement practices.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
• 8–12+ years of experience in account management, business development, or commercial leadership within a nuclear environment.
• Experience working with Southeastern Nuclear Utilities in a business development or similar client relationship role.
• Demonstrated experience managing long-term, high-value client relationships in the U.S. nuclear market.
• Strong understanding of U.S. nuclear construction and services delivery, including NRC-regulated environments.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed EPC or JV-based organization
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive engagement skills.

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.