Project Director

Job summary

The Project Director is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the execution of large-scale civil infrastructure projects from the bidding phase to completion. They manage project budgets, negotiate with subcontractors, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and financial objectives.

Job details

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia. Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada. Come move mountains with us! Under the supervision of the Vice President of the Civil Operations, the Project Director is fully responsible for all the proposals he will be involved with, with or without the assistance of a project manager. The Project Director plans, directs, organizes, coordinates and controls, alone or with project managers, the execution of one or more construction projects simultaneously. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the preparation of bids and the execution of projects. The signing of tenders is the responsibility of the assigned Vice-President; Negotiate agreements with subcontractors, sign letters of intent after discussion with the vice president, verify agreements with subcontractors and sign them (for subcontracts valued at less than $1 million); In collaboration with project managers and superintendents, ensure that the work carried out meets the standards and the objectives set for quality, safety and relations in the work, quantity, deadlines and costs and take the necessary corrective action when required; When required, assist the vice president in negotiating customer contract terms; Monthly verification and discussion with project managers of all cost controls under his/her supervision and reporting to the vice president; Assign staff to work sites, in accordance with the policies of the human resources department (salaries must be approved by the human resources director) and monitor the productivity of resources under his/her responsibility as well as operating costs; Ensure customer satisfaction with a concern for safety, costs, schedule and quality of work; Ensure the application of and compliance with the EBC health and safety estimate and site specific H&S programs for each project; Ensure compliance with the company's QA/QC system in accordance with the appropriate ISO standard; Follow up on ISO procedures with operational staff. Responsible for site kick-off meetings, periodic reviews, post-mortems and participation in planning reviews; Discuss legal or litigation issues with the vice president, and ensure documentation; Perform all other tasks required for the execution of his / her mandate; Evaluate personnel under his/her responsibility according to company policies; Mentoring employees when in office; Working on estimates in office when not onsite; Lead various civil projects in northern Ontario from bid to execution. Requirements University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering, or a combination of education and industry experience; 15+ years’ experience in the construction industry; PENG designation; Previous civil construction experience specifically in experience in structures and MTO work. SKILLS AND ATTITUDES REQUIRED A proven track record of project success and team leadership; Good knowledge in geology and geotechnical; Strong experience delivering large scale projects within a partnership environment; Strong experience with alternative delivery mode projects (Design Build, P3); Strong knowledge of financial management, as well as building codes and associated legislation; Good computer skills and previous experience with scheduling software; This position is located in the Greater Toronto Area, and the ability to work throughout Ontario may be required; Candidate must be mobile and flexible to travel as required. Benefits Competitive salary and advantageous bonus plan; 5 weeks of annual vacation; Flexible group insurance program upon entry; Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP); 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine); Training and development programs; Employee assistance program; Active social club and health and wellness committee; Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment; A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done; Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.

What you’ll do

The Project Director is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the execution of large-scale civil infrastructure projects from the bidding phase to completion. They manage project budgets, negotiate with subcontractors, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and financial objectives.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a university degree or technology diploma in engineering and possess at least 15 years of experience in the construction industry. A PENG designation and specific experience in civil structures and MTO work are required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Advantageous bonus plan
• 5 weeks of annual vacation
• Flexible group insurance program
• Group RRSP with employer contribution
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan
• Virtual doctor access
• Training and development programs
• Employee assistance program
• Active social club
• Health and wellness committee

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project management
• Civil construction
• Team leadership
• Financial management
• Geology
• Geotechnical
• Design-build
• P3 projects
• Scheduling software
• Contract negotiation
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• Safety compliance
• Mentoring
• Bid preparation
• Infrastructure development
• Wind Farm Construction
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Planning
• Budgeting
• Building Codes
• Construction
• Lawsuits
• Customer Service
• Computer Literacy
• Training And Development
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Financial Management
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Innovation
• Legislation
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Operating Cost
• Operations
• Subcontracting
• Team Leadership
• Telehealth
• Scheduling
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Energy
• Project Director
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

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