DIRECTOR CAPITAL DESIGN & DELIVERY

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 165,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Toronto seeks a strategic Director, Capital Design & Delivery to lead the planning, design, construction, renewal and long‑term stewardship of parks and recreation infrastructure across the city.

You will manage hundreds of active projects within a multi‑billion capital program, guiding governance, risk management and budget oversight while partnering with officials and stakeholders to deliver outcomes that support vibrant communities.

Qualifications

• Oversee major capital infrastructure programs with multi‑year timelines and large budgets.
• Lead governance, contract administration, risk management and procurement processes.
• Demonstrate strong financial stewardship, budget oversight and long‑term asset investment planning.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams across departments in a large municipal organization.
• Navigate politically sensitive environments with diplomacy and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Direct planning, design, construction, renewal and long‑term stewardship of parks and recreation infrastructure.
• Lead capital program delivery through governance structures, project controls and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with elected officials, senior leaders and community stakeholders to align with city priorities.
• Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and modern delivery approaches.

Skills

Capital projects leadership

Governance & risk management

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Public sector experience

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation required

Post-secondary education in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or Public Administration

Job description

• Division & Section: Parks, Forestry & Recreation, CPDD Capital Project Design & Delivery
• Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen Street West
• Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary Range: $165,310.00 - $222,843.00, DPE2

• Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
• Affiliation: Non-Union
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 01-Sept-2026 - 04-Oct-2026

Toronto Parks and Recreation delivers services and spaces that enhance the quality of life for millions of residents. From parks, trails, playgrounds and community centres to pools, arenas and sports facilities, these assets are critical to creating vibrant, healthy, and connected communities. Supporting this mandate, the Capital Projects, Design & Delivery Branch oversees capital planning, design, construction, asset management, and state of good repair investments through an ambitious 10-year capital program valued at more than 4 billion dollars.

The City of Toronto is seeking a strategic and accomplished infrastructure leader to serve as Director, Capital Design & Delivery.

Reporting to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, the Director leads one of the City's most visible and complex capital portfolios, overseeing the planning, design, construction, renewal, and long‑term stewardship of parks and recreation infrastructure across Toronto.

With hundreds of active projects underway at any given time, the portfolio spans community centres, parks, trails, playgrounds, pools, arenas, waterfront improvements, public realm projects, and major state of good repair initiatives. The Director will lead through complexity, balancing construction delivery, engineering governance, financial stewardship, stakeholder expectations, and political priorities to ensure successful project outcomes.

An experienced infrastructure executive with a strong track record leading large‑scale capital programs and multidisciplinary teams, you bring deep expertise in construction, engineering, project governance, asset management, and capital budgeting. You have proven ability to establish rigorous processes, manage risk, and oversee significant public investments with confidence and accountability.

As the Director, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of a complex capital portfolio by anticipating and addressing emerging risks, operational challenges, and external pressures. As a key strategic advisor to the General Manager, you will drive innovation and continuous improvement, advancing modern delivery approaches, emerging technologies, and enhanced project controls to strengthen program performance. Through a commitment to accountability, collaboration, and high‑quality execution, you foster a culture that supports agile decision‑making, continuous improvement and successful outcomes across the capital program.

Equally important is the political acumen and relationship management capability required to succeed in a highly visible municipal environment. The Director will work closely with elected officials, senior leaders, community stakeholders, consultants, agencies, and government partners, navigating competing interests while maintaining focus on service excellence and project delivery.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of more than 1,500 parks, 1,000 playgrounds, hundreds of recreation facilities, and some of the most significant community infrastructure investments in Canada. For leaders energized by city‑building, public service, and complex capital delivery, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to leave a lasting impact on Toronto's communities.

What You Bring to the Role:

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is required, additionally post‑secondary education in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or Public Administration, or a related field would be an asset.
• Extensive experience overseeing major capital infrastructure, engineering, construction, or asset management portfolios.
• Significant experience leading the delivery of complex, multi‑year capital programs with substantial budgets and numerous concurrent projects, working collaboratively across departments and disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of engineering processes, construction management, project governance, contract administration, risk management, and procurement.
• Expertise in capital planning, financial management, budget oversight, and long‑term asset investment strategies.
• Experience leading managers, specialized professionals and multidisciplinary teams in a large, complex organization.
• Demonstrated success operating in politically sensitive environments requiring diplomacy, sound judgment, and exceptional stakeholder management skills.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership teams, elected officials, boards, committees, and community stakeholders.
• Familiarity with relevant employment legislation including Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Planning Act, Construction Act, WHIMSetc.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.