Job Description

    Title: Construction Director
Department: Construction
Location: Laval

Summary:

Reporting to and under the authority of the General Manager of CCDC, the Construction Director oversees the construction projects related to their department. They review engineering files in collaboration with project managers and the estimation team under their direct supervision, ensuring the accuracy of all assigned work, adherence to budgeted costs, and pre-established schedules. The director is responsible for producing written reports, providing consulting services, and demonstrating leadership in strategic and technical aspects related to internal and external design, development, construction, and approvals. They lead project implementation, including producing project reports, concepts, strategies, risk management, and intervention mechanisms. The director monitors and inspects work performed by consultants and contractors as well as within their own department. They oversee the approval processes with federal, provincial, and/or municipal authorities, manage tender documents, bids, and contract awards with assistance from a senior advisor, and handle public relations specific to their sector. The director collaborates closely with the executive team, providing necessary support for efficient operations management, ensuring compliance with company and governmental laws, rules, regulations, and policies. As a management committee member, they contribute studies, programs, and budgets to facilitate the company’s smooth functioning.

 

Requirements:

  • University degree in engineering or a related field and training in project management are required;
  • In-depth knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); policies, procedures and standards
  • A minimum of 10 to 15 years in the field of construction project management including eight years of experience in supervising project management teams and in the construction of architectural, engineering and other projects and the supervision of consultants and/or contractors, in fund management and budgeting is required;
  • Must have demonstrated knowledge of a contract cost and progress reporting system as well as the implementation and monitoring of each ongoing contract;
  • Must train his/her management team (including project managers) to identify contract costs in order to identify problems so that corrective measures can be applied;
  • Must be able to supervise the preparation of all claims in addition to having demonstrated experience in effectively negotiating their settlements;
  • Ability to adequately plan and exercise good monitoring of complex projects;
  • Know how to influence and mobilize teams in achieving the objectives and results sought (team spirit and leadership)
  • Experience in a multicultural environment is required;
  • Appropriate computer skills (Excel – Word – Access and project management platform) are required;
  • Excellent knowledge of spoken, written and read French and English is essential;
  • Knowledge of the Cree language is a key asset;
  • Autonomy and resourcefulness;
  • Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to produce concise and precise studies, recommendations and reports and to assume construction management in a context of multiple projects and multidisciplinary and multicultural teams;
  • Availability to travel regularly for short or long periods;
  • Analytical mind, communication skills, and effective leadership skills;
  • Excellent knowledge of applicable government laws and regulations;
  • Strong negotiation skills;
  • Must hold or be willing to follow/give any required training;

 

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise a team of project managers, assistant project managers, and supervisory staff within the department.
  • Oversee the entire construction department.
  • Set annual objectives for employees and ensure regular monitoring of their progress.
  • Manage construction projects under their responsibility.
  • Implement projects, concepts, strategies, risk management, and intervention mechanisms.
  • Produce statistical analyses related to project progress, workforce, and costs.
  • Develop and implement work inspection systems within the department.
  • Lead the legal approval process and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
  • Review bids and supervise contract awards.
  • Manage public relations for the sector.
  • Provide advice and participate in resolving disputes.
  • Communicate updates on policies, programs, and innovations.
  • Propose alternatives to improve team performance.
  • Organize and chair internal departmental meetings.
  • Support stakeholders in quality, health, and safety matters.
  • Report periodically to the president on departmental progress, project updates, costs, and objectives.
  • Delegate responsibilities during absences.
  • Travel to project sites to ensure proper department management.
  • Perform other tasks as required by the superior

 

Benefits:

  • Supplemental medical insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Employer-paid dental insurance.
  • Defined benefit pension plan.
  • Competitive salary.

 

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Summer Schedule Available

 

Send your application to: agrosu@ccdc.qc.ca   Until November 30, 2024

For more information: 450.661.1102 / 216 or 514 249 3539

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