Director, Trico Construction Management Inc.

Trico Homes; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in Calgary seeks a Director for its Construction Management division. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading residential construction projects, strategic planning, and financial oversight. This role involves collaboration with top management to deliver project success and requires a strong background in construction and project management. The position is full-time and permanent.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years overseeing residential construction.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting.
• Mastery of all phases of project management.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic direction for Trico Construction Management.
• Manage project development activities including estimates and budgets.
• Provide leadership to direct teams for project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Project management

Education

8-10 years of construction management experience

Job description

There are jobs – and there are careers.

Trico has been developing some of the very best places to live, work, and play since 1992 and has a reputation for creating inclusive communities that enrich the quality of life for its residents and the surrounding areas. The organization’s vision extends beyond its designs and buildings; it reaches into the communities it develops within. The team brings passion, integrity, collaboration, and innovation to every nature.

Trico’s development portfolio includes commercial, mixed‑use, purpose‑built rentals and future older adult communities. Trico, design‑builds, owns, and operates all of its buildings and developments, including leasing and property management. This full‑service end‑to‑end model ensures the organization creates an elevated experience and adds maximum value for all stakeholders from planning and completion. As an owner Trico is fully invested every step of the way.

In the last four (4) years Trico has delivered over four hundred (400) units of rental and 100,000 square footage of retail for its shareholders through Trico Construction Management. The company’s future growth strategy includes delivering an additional fifteen hundred (1,500) rental suites before the end of 2030.

Trico has earned a reputation for its design, craftsmanship, and customer care and is guided by its five core values of trust, respect, integrity, community, and opportunity.

We are currently recruiting for a Director, Trico Construction Management Inc.

This is a Full‑time, Permanent position.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the President, this role is responsible for implementing the strategic direction for Trico Construction Management and the day‑to‑day project management, construction, and financial goals of multiple projects. This role is responsible for the planning and coordination of construction management, consultants, estimating, quality control, schedule, cost control, and safety, and retains accountability for the success of the entire construction lifecycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• In conjunction with the President, create the strategy for Trico Construction Management and develop and implement multi‑year plans to achieve goals and objectives.
• Working closely with the Vice President of Finance, developing annual revenue and expense budgets, and reviewing financial results and projections on a regular basis to mitigate challenges, optimize opportunities, and manage expenses.
• Provide leadership and expertise to direct teams with effective direction for the delivery of all project work.
• Contribute to the general business development efforts of the organization by representing Trico Homes in accordance with our values.
• Assume overall responsibility for the execution of pre‑development and development activities for Trico Homes’ work plans.
• Maintain client relationships and lead / mentor team in conflict resolution.
• Develop positive relationships with consultants / contractors / vendors to ensure their scope of work conforms to development guidelines and evaluate their performance to ensure effective partnering relationships.
• Act as the primary senior‑level contact for all project‑related activities.
• Direct all project development activities, including managing all components of assigned projects (estimates, budgets, schedules, procurement, quality, and risk).
• In collaboration with Project Managers, participate in close‑out meetings to review outstanding items and deficiency lists.
• Prepare and update all project documentation including work progress, changes in scope, issues, progress billings, etc.
• Attract, retain, and develop staff for succession planning and manage the development of the team.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to all staff and manage all aspects of the planning, design, construction, and departments.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Minimum of 8‑10 years of progressively increasing responsibility in overseeing development and residential construction of projects.
• Ability to achieve aggressive growth plans.
• Strategic thinker, comfortable working at a detailed level with a high degree of accuracy and quality.
• Ability to develop and cultivate business relationships with existing and prospective partners.
• Strong analytical skills.
• A strong working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and processes as they relate to construction.
• Master of all phases of project management.
• Extensive experience in leading project teams at various levels within the organization or team.

Closing Date :

Until a suitable candidate is found.

We appreciate the interest of all candidates, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that a security clearance will be part of the recruitment process