Senior Manager - Safety & Security - Airport Project

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking a Senior Manager - Safety & Security to join our team. This position is based out of Mississauga and will require someone to work on-site/out of the office 5 days a week. 

We are seeking professionals to join our team to help us build one of the most advanced, sustainable and passenger-friendly airports in the world. 

Major Responsibilities: 

• Deliver the owner’s health, safety, and security obligations.
• Manage the Health, Safety and Security team to provide effective support and subject matter expertise across the program.
• Develop and implement the governance and processes required for effective health, safety, and security management.
• Liaise with the corporate safety and security department to ensure coordination, escalation, and effective reporting.
• Confirm the contractors’ Health Safety and Security Management Plans and implement the assurance regime for the program.
• Work collaboratively with the Program Leads and the other PMO Services functional leads to ensure that Health Safety and Security is integrated across the program.
• Work with the Program Leads to coordinate health safety and security reviews and assurance activities and provide the necessary support to program delivery.
• Provide Management and Executive level reporting and provide advice and subject matter expertise with respect to trends and corrective actions.
• Provide advice and guidance with respect to health safety and security policy and regulations that impact program delivery.
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess, at a very minimum: 

• No less than a University Degree with minimum 8 years of direct on-site safety management experience and health and safety practices. 

Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.

Preferred Requirements: 

• 15 years of professional experience with 10 in an on-site safety and security leadership role.
• 5 years of professional experience in large international airport projects or equivalent infrastructure programs greater than CAD $500M.
• Able to demonstrate significant expertise in health and safety, security, incident investigation, and other applicable technical fields.
• Demonstrated experience in managing teams to deliver health, safety, and security requirements on complex projects and programs.
• Strong technical capability in all project phases, including design, planning, construction, operations, and maintenance preferably large program/projects.
• Demonstrable experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships and providing strategic level reporting to enable effective decision making.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills including the ability to facilitate meeting / workshops with large groups of stakeholders.
• Recognized degree and professional designation - Canadian Registered Safety professional (CRSP), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) or equivalent is considered an asset.

Additional Information

This position requires work on-site/out of the office 5 days a week. 

This is a replacement position

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.