Project Director, Major Transit Projects - Permanent - 3267

Job summary

Lead the delivery of large-scale heavy civil and transit projects, managing project complexity, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. Build and align project teams, make key decisions, and drive safe, high-quality, and profitable outcomes.

Job details

Project Director, Major Transit Projects - Permanent - 3267 About the Opportunity What’s your next Big Challenge? Parker Huggett is proud to represent talented construction professionals across Canada. We understand your career is your biggest project and we’re here to help you build it. You’ve built your reputation by taking charge, driving complex projects to completion, and rallying teams to deliver results that speak for themselves. Now, you’re ready for the next challenge! Be part of a thriving culture, complex projects and build a legacy that lasts. On behalf of our client, a leading, employee-owned General Contractor with a coast-to-coast reputation for excellence, Parker Huggett is searching for a Project Director to join a dynamic and growing team based in Toronto. This is a team with vision and one who values ownership, teamwork, and impact. This role is for someone who thrives on challenges, excels at collaboration, and has both the experience and grit to drive large-scale transit projects. Get in touch for a no-obligation chat with our team to learn more! About You The successful candidate will have the following: You’re a Self-Starter. You don’t wait for direction. You own your experience and hold yourself accountable for results. You lead by example and aren’t afraid to make the tough calls You’ve Been Here Before. You’ve delivered Heavy Civil/Transit with a GC, and understand what it takes to manage complexity, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations at scale You’re a Communicator and a Collaborator. You build relationships, bring teams together, and communicate with clarity. You thrive on the energy of group problem-solving You’re Driven. Construction is your craft and your calling. You love solving tough problems, driving momentum, and delivering high-quality, profitable outcomes You’re Curious. You enjoy what you do and you’re always learning; new methods, better systems, emerging trends. You want to excel, not just execute You Think Big. You care about developing those around you and contributing to the growth of the team, the business, and yourself. You’re invested in shared success and want to be rewarded for it About the Job Why This Role? Why Now? Established & Expanding: This is a busy GC with an impressive backlog of work, ambitious growth plans, and no signs of slowing down. Employee-Owned: Get more than a paycheque, you’ll have a real stake in the company’s success. Career Acceleration: Join a team that values mentorship, professional development, and promotes from within. Clear pathways, strong leadership, and meaningful work are part of the package. Complex, High-Impact Projects: You’ll be at the helm of major infrastructure projects that define how we live and move. Legacy of Excellence: 100 years of success, an exceptional reputation from coast to coast, and a brand synonymous with quality, safety, and innovation. Future-Focused: A robust project pipeline and a strategic vision to grow well into the next decade and beyond. How to Apply Please apply by completing the application form below and submitting your résumé. You can also apply by sending your résumé directly ScottH@ParkerHuggett.com or by contacting your Recruiter and quoting job 3267. Please note that all candidates must be legally permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this role. We truly appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be reaching out to candidates whose experience most closely matches our partner’s needs. If we do not connect with you for this role, please know that we will gladly keep your profile in mind and reach out when other suitable opportunities arise. For more information on Parker Huggett and our process for matching top talent with top organizations, click here.

What you’ll do

Lead the delivery of large-scale heavy civil and transit projects, managing project complexity, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. Build and align project teams, make key decisions, and drive safe, high-quality, and profitable outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience delivering heavy civil or transit projects with a general contractor and managing large-scale project schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. They should demonstrate self-direction, leadership, strong communication and collaboration, problem-solving ability, and an interest in developing teams and improving practices.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership
• Mentorship
• Professional Development
• Promotion Opportunities

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Heavy Civil Construction
• Transit Project Delivery
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Schedule Management
• Budget Management
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Relationship Building
• Quality Management
• Construction Management
• Team Development

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Engineering

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