Chandos

Industrial Construction

ProjectDirector

CA$175–225k Ottawa, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Project Director at Chandos. Skills: Project delivery, Team leadership, Stakeholder management. Drive end-to-end delivery. Manage subtrade strategy”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive predictable outcomes; Achieve high performance

Industry & Context.

Industrial Construction
Problems you'll solve

Decision making

Eligibility Requirements

Relocation to Upper Ottawa Valley, Hands-on presence on site

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Experience delivering nuclear projects, 10+ years industrial construction, Senior leadership responsibility, Proven track record on $500M+ projects, Project Director accountability, Commercial acumen, Degree in Construction or Engineering, Equivalent experience

Nice to Have

Delivered large projects with control, Build high-performing teams, Bring clarity to complex environments, Surface issues early with solutions, Comfortable being visible and accountable

What You'll Do.

Drive end-to-end delivery

Manage subtrade strategy

Manage commercial performance

Establish clear execution rhythm

Ensure accountability

Build high-performing team

Ensure team alignment

Ensure follow-through

Build trusted stakeholder relationships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Stakeholder relationships

Communication Scope

Clear communication; Thoughtful dialogue

Process & Methodology

Scope management, Schedule management, Cost management, Quality management, Procurement management, Risk management

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. Location : Relocation to Upper Ottawa Valley Work Model : A visible, hands-on presence on site is essential. This role requires a leader who is prepared to be where decisions are made, constraints are removed, and progress is driven. Only applicants who meet all minimum qualifications will be considered. The Opportunity A leadership role where execution discipline, ownership, and team performance define success. Chandos is seeking a Senior Project Director to lead major scope .This role is suited to a general contractor leader who drives predictable, disciplined delivery on complex, high-stakes projects and is most effective close to the work. Role Overview The Senior Project Director is accountable for driving consistent, predictable outcomes across scope, schedule, cost, quality, procurement, and risk. You will lead through others, setting the tone for execution, building clarity in complex environments, and creating the conditions for high performance across the team. This includes establishing strong delivery rhythms, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, and maintaining control as project conditions evolve. What You’ll Own * End-to-end delivery across schedule, cos

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