Project Director Civil Infrastructure
Job Summary
Project Director Civil Infrastructure
Location: Vaughn ON
Compensation: $300000 total package
Build More Than Projects. Help Lead the Business.
We are partnering with one of Ontarios leading civil infrastructure contractors as they continue to expand their operations across municipal transportation utility and heavy civil construction projects.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Project Director Operations Manager Senior Project Manager or Construction Manager seeking greater influence over project delivery business operations financial performance and long-term growth strategy.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Executive leadership role reporting directly to senior ownership
Oversight of a portfolio of major infrastructure projects
Opportunity to mentor and develop Project Managers and operational teams
Strong project backlog and long-term growth plans
Well-established contractor with an excellent industry reputation
Competitive executive compensation package including bonus and benefits
The Role
The Project Director will provide leadership across multiple active projects while overseeing operational performance financial reporting safety staffing risk management client relationships and overall project will work closely with senior leadership to drive operational excellence and support the continued growth of the business.
What Were Looking For
15 years of civil infrastructure or heavy construction experience
Experience leading multiple projects or project portfolios
Strong financial operational and commercial management skills
Background in municipal transportation utility or heavy civil construction
Proven ability to develop teams and build client relationships
Engineering or Construction Management background preferred
Confidential Inquiry
All Application are confidential. Many of the strongest candidates are not actively youre open to a confidential discussion regarding the organization compensation leadership structure and long-term growth opportunities wed welcome the conversation.
Required Skills:
SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Working with Estimating in project pursuits including risk management sub contract buy outs and proposals as needed Prepare and manage sub contractor contracts and hold backs for project milestones Monitor project status reports for performance in safety cost forecasting and scheduling Manage the financial performance of the projects including approval of change orders Managing project team client representative consultant and trade contractor relationships. Monitoring progress of the design including compliance issues quality general coordination constructability and timing of deliverables. Thorough communication of potential opportunities and challenges and managing clients expectations through regular communication. QUALIFICATIONS: Post secondary education or training in engineering construction management or a related discipline. 10 years heavy civil construction experience with at least 3 years in a Project Management role Experience in estimating civil and infrastructure projects preferred Experience managing heavy civil projects such as bridges underground infrastructure excavations and/or road construction Demonstrated experience implementing a strong safety culture by application of health safety and environment principles and -depth knowledge of the construction industry including building materials construction specifications methods and procedures construction law and building codes and safety and quality management practices. Strong planning organizational and time management skills including the ability to manage project budgets and schedules. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients consultants and sub-contractors Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and project management and scheduling software