Principal Construction Manager

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$200,000–$245,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Feb 14, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week

Job summary

The Principal Construction Manager will lead the strategic growth and delivery of construction management services across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. This role involves building high-performing teams, managing complex infrastructure projects, and strengthening client relationships to drive business expansion.

Job details

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve. When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity. Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed. Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Construction Manager to play a pivotal leadership role in advancing our Construction Management (CM) and Construction Administration (CA) capabilities across Central Canada, with a primary focus on the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). This is a strategic growth leadership position, responsible for driving the positioning, capture, and successful delivery of major Project Management/Construction Management (PM/CM) opportunities. The role will be instrumental in expanding Mott MacDonald’s market presence, strengthening client relationships, and scaling our CM/CA service offering in alignment with our broader Canadian growth strategy. Lead the identification, pursuit, capture, and successful delivery of major Project Management/Construction Management (PM/CM) opportunities across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and broader Canadian market. Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for Construction Management (CM) and Construction Administration (CA) services, supporting Mott MacDonald’s expansion across transit, land development, municipal infrastructure, and other key sectors. Strengthen Mott MacDonald's market presence by building trusted client relationships, expanding strategic partnerships, and positioning the organization as a leader in complex infrastructure delivery. Establish, standardize, and scale a nationally consistent Construction Management and Contract Administration service offering, embedding best practices, innovation, and delivery excellence across projects. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team by driving talent acquisition, succession planning, workforce development, employee engagement, and leadership growth. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client expectations. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to optimize project delivery processes, resource allocation, and workflows while maximizing productivity, efficiency, profitability, and service quality. Provide executive oversight and leadership for complex, multidisciplinary construction and infrastructure programs from procurement through project closeout. Champion excellence in health, safety, quality, schedule, budget, and risk management to ensure successful project outcomes and client satisfaction. Oversee portfolio performance across multiple concurrent projects, proactively managing commercial results, operational efficiency, contractual obligations, and business risks. Act as a senior client advisor, developing and maintaining strong relationships with public and private sector clients to support repeat business and long-term strategic growth. Lead engagement with key stakeholders, including government agencies, regulatory authorities, contractors, consultants, and community partners. Provide strategic guidance on delivery models, procurement strategies, construction methodologies, contract administration practices, and project controls. Leverage industry best practices, innovation, and emerging technologies to improve project performance and enhance delivery capabilities. Support project teams with executive-level technical leadership related to cost management, scheduling, quality assurance, risk mitigation, and construction execution. Ensure compliance with client prequalification requirements, certifications, regulatory obligations, and industry standards. Strengthen Mott MacDonald's ability to secure and deliver work with provincial agencies, municipalities, and major public-sector clients by advancing organizational capability, credibility, and operational maturity. Collaborate with regional and national leadership teams to align construction management growth objectives with broader business strategies and market priorities. We invite applications from candidates with the following experience: 20+ years of construction delivery experience on major infrastructure projects, including municipal water and wastewater conveyance, rail and transit, road/highway, and aviation. Proven track record delivering projects using design-build, and alternative delivery models with public sector clients. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or related field or other relevant post-secondary certifications or designations. Strong leadership experience building and developing high-performing teams within a construction management environment. Demonstrated success in strategic planning, market positioning, teaming strategies, and proposal development and negotiations. Established relationships with key contractor organizations, provincial agencies, and municipal clients, with the ability to leverage these networks into a strong project pipeline. Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively. Experience managing stakeholder relationships and navigating complex project environments. Goal-oriented with a strong drive to pursue, win, and successfully deliver work. Proficiency with project and construction management tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe, and Bluebeam. Benefits & Rewards The expected salary range for this position is from $200,000 - $245,000. Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience, and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range. In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success. The comprehensive benefits and rewards package is designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Eligible employees have access to health and dental coverage, wellness resources, retirement savings, insurance and disability protection, paid time off, family leave support, and professional development opportunities. Benefits are subject to eligibility, plan terms, and change. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Collaboration at Our Core At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have over 20 years of experience in major infrastructure construction delivery and a proven track record with alternative delivery models. A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field is required, along with strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities.