Chandos

Construction

ProjectDirector

CA$150–200k Edmonton, Alberta, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for director candidates.

The Brief

“Project Director at Chandos. Skills: Construction delivery, Project management, Client relationships, Team development. Lead project teams. Coach project teams”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet schedule objectives; Meet budget objectives; Meet safety objectives; Meet quality objectives; Meet client satisfaction objectives; Embed continuous improvement

Industry & Context.

Construction
Problems you'll solve

Conflict resolution; Risk analysis; Troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

Frequent site presence, Travel between project sites, Balance office and site

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Fifteen (15)+ years ICI commercial construction, Ten (10)+ years construction project management, Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent, Knowledge of provincial building codes, Knowledge of local permitting processes, Knowledge of safety regulations, Valid driver’s license

Nice to Have

Gold Seal Certification (GSC), Experience with collaborative delivery models

What You'll Do.

Develop project teams

Determine required resources

Secure required resources

Guide project budgeting

Manage client relationships

Align Project Execution Plan

Maintain Project Execution Plan

Manage contract oversight

Manage contract strategy

Manage contract risk analysis

Develop construction sequencing

Develop site logistics

Develop construction methodologies

Drive project forecasting process

Ensure accurate forecasts

Mitigate financial risks

Develop financial strategies

Identify project risks

Mitigate project risks

Capture project opportunities

Champion safety culture

Standardize lessons learned

Standardize continuous improvement

Oversee pursuit development

Oversee proposal success

Oversee project interview success

Oversee client presentation success

Engage in business development

Foster client relationships

Foster consultant relationships

Foster subcontractor relationships

Promote corporate vision

Align with corporate vision

Add value to corporate vision

Represent company externally

Build external network

Maintain external network

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Open communication; Collaboration across teams; Client relationships; Consultant relationships; Subcontractor relationships

Communication Scope

Clear communication; Thoughtful dialogue; Client presentations

Process & Methodology

Project execution, Contract management, Scheduling, Logistics, Financial management, Risk management, Business development support

Full Job Description

We are Chandos. We exist to build a better world. Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation , collaboration , and sustainability in all that we do. We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested - literally - it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven - with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations. The Project Director leads Chandos’ construction delivery for a portfolio of assigned projects, directly and through a team of project managers. This role is accountable for full lifecycle delivery - from preconstruction and bidding through construction and close‑out - while building client relationships, supporting business development, and developing high‑performing project teams. The Project Director ensures projects meet schedule, budget, safety, quality, and client satisfaction objectives and embeds continuous improvement across teams. Key Responsibilities * Team Leadership: Lead, coach, mentor, and develop multiple project teams including Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and support staff. Foster a culture of open communication and collaboration within and across teams. * Resource Planning: Determine and secure all resources required to meet project commitments. * Preconstruction and Bidding: Guide the team in the structure and delivery of project bids, budgeting, and other pre-construction services. * Client Relationship Management: Manage client relationships post‑award to ensure exceptional client experience and retention. * Project Execution: Align and ma

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