Chandos
Construction
ProjectDirector
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“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.
Conflict resolution; Risk analysis; Troubleshooting
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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