Director of Construction

Morson Talent (Canada & USA); Chalk River; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian nuclear organization is seeking a Director of Construction to lead planning and execution of construction activities at Chalk River Laboratories. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in construction management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing large-scale projects. This full-time, on-site contract role includes managing field performance and ensuring safety compliance. Relocation allowance is available.

Benefits

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in construction management required.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity necessary.
• PMP or equivalent construction management credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractors and manage field execution.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership skills

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Advanced training in construction safety

Job description

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Overview

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) is seeking a highly experienced Director of Construction to lead the planning, execution, and oversight of all construction activities at the Chalk River Laboratories site. This role is critical in supporting CNL’s extensive capital projects and infrastructure renewal initiatives as part of its long-term site revitalization strategy. As a key member of the senior project leadership team, the Construction Director will be responsible for overseeing contractors, managing field execution, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and delivering projects on time and within budget in a complex, highly regulated environment. This is a full-time, on-site contract role with a high level of responsibility for field performance, construction standards, and alignment with project controls and engineering functions.

Location and Details

Location: Chalk River, Ontario

Position Type: 12 month contract with option to convert to FT Perm after

Department: Capital Projects Delivery

Reports To: Vice President, Capital Projects or equivalent executive

On site: Monday to Thursday, relocation allowance available

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline (required).
• Advanced training or certification in construction safety, leadership, or project delivery is an asset.

Certifications

• Certifications: PMP, Gold Seal Certification (GSC), or equivalent construction management credential (preferred).
• Valid safety certifications (e.g., IHSA, CSO, First Aid) as applicable.

Experience

• Minimum 12+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity overseeing large-scale, complex industrial or infrastructure projects.

Role Details

• Senior leadership responsible for field performance, construction standards, and alignment with project controls and engineering functions.

Seniorities and Employment Type

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Contract

Job Function and Industry

• Job function: Engineering and Project Management
• Industries: Services for Renewable Energy

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