Are you a seasoned construction leader with a passion for delivering complex aviation infrastructure?

We’re seeking a Project Director to lead an exciting aviation project. You will be overseeing the delivery of large-scale, multidisciplinary builds that make a lasting impact on communities.

You will operate at the intersection of engineering, finance, and governance. You'll be responsible for developing project strategies, leading high-performing teams, optimizing resource allocation, and driving innovation in delivery models such as P3 and Alliance structures.

Apply today to join the Building Construction team in Toronto, Ontario!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout for landmark airport and aviation builds over $1B.
• Develop and execute project strategies aligned with client goals, financial targets, and operational excellence.
• Oversee project controls, including scheduling, budgeting, cost forecasting, and risk mitigation across multiple large-scale builds.
• Ensure facility readiness, operational transition and commissioning with minimal operational disruption.
• Provide executive-level reporting on project performance, risks, and strategic opportunities.
• Optimize resource allocation and lead portfolio strategy balancing P3, DBB, and other delivery models.
• Manage project financing, contract strategy (e.g., wrap-up liability for major projects, CGL), and financial risk (e.g., lien exposure).
• Ensure compliance with internal governance, regulatory requirements, and public-sector procurement protocols.
• Guide cross-functional teams across engineering, construction, and commercial functions.
• Mentor senior project leaders and support recruitment for future leadership pipelines.
• Champion corporate safety, quality, and digital innovation, including chairing safety review boards and embedding GSA principles.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of construction experience, with 10+ years in senior lead roles (Senior Project Manager or Director).
• Completed post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering or related discipline
• P.Eng., PMP, or equivalent required
• Successfully led 2+ aviation projects over $500M under P3, EPC, or Design-Build models.
• Experienced in high-risk, high-impact sectors (e.g., airports, healthcare, institutional, mega-projects).
• Proven leadership of joint ventures (JV) with 5+ partners and multinational teams.
• Expertise in project financing, capital planning, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution.
• Strong command of regulatory frameworks including environmental, indigenous, and public-sector procurement.
• Politically astute with experience engaging government bodies, boards, and C-suite executives.
• Advanced enterprise-level risk management and digital transformation leadership.
• Track record of embedding safety culture at the organizational level.

Working Conditions:

• This is a site-based role located in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean abstract, and proof of insurance with a minimum $2M liability coverage.
• WHMIS 2015 certification and willingness to obtain any other required site certifications.
• This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, and requires the successful candidate to be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance will be provided.

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Additional Information

Ledcor Building offers full-service construction for commercial, residential, institutional, and light industrial projects, along with expertise in green building. Our depth of knowledge and expertise come from building hundreds of projects – of all sizes – across North America each year.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.
Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email . For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I &D page.