Executive Director

Construction Specifications Canada | Devis de Construction Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit association in Toronto is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization strategically and operationally. The ideal candidate will have a background in business administration, significant leadership experience, and an ability to foster collaboration within the construction community. Responsibilities include enhancing partnerships, promoting membership growth, and ensuring financial management excellence. A strong candidate will be strategic and forward-thinking, with financial acumen and the ability to communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a senior management role.
• Experience with non-profits or associations is preferred.
• CAE designation (Canadian Society of Association Executives) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support a volunteer-based governance model.
• Provide visionary and operational leadership.
• Promote membership engagement and growth.
• Strengthen CSC’s voice within the construction industry.
• Ensure operational and financial management excellence.
• Champion innovation in education and professional development.

Skills

Proficiency in French

Strong financial and business acumen

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Education

Degree in business administration or related field or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) is a national not-for-profit association that has been supporting Canada’s construction community since 1954. CSC educates, connects, and leads the design and construction community to achieve excellence in project delivery and represents over 1,600 members from 17 chapters across the country, including specification writers, architects, engineers, manufacturers, contractors, building owners, and suppliers.

With the planned retirement of our current Executive Director, we are seeking an innovative, strategic, and collaborative leader to guide the organization into its next chapter.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the President and accountable to the Executive Council and Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) plays a vital leadership role within CSC. This is both a strategic and hands-on position—part connector, part facilitator, and part operational leader. The ED will :

• Support a volunteer-based governance model
• Provide visionary and operational leadership
• Promote membership engagement and growth
• Strengthen CSC’s voice within the construction industry by enhancing partnerships and external relationships
• Ensure operational and financial management excellence
• Champion innovation in education and professional development

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Degree in business administration or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years in a senior management role; experience with non-profits or associations is preferred
• CAE designation (Canadian Society of Association Executives) is an asset

Leadership Attributes

• Strategic and forward-thinking, with a growth mindset
• Collaborative, diplomatic, and emotionally intelligent
• Effective communicator and relationship builder
• Entrepreneurial and results-driven

Skills & Knowledge

• Proficiency in French is an asset
• Strong financial and business acumen
• Familiarity with governance and volunteer leadership models
• Knowledge of the construction industry or related sectors is an asset
• Proficient in leveraging digital platforms and social media to drive engagement
• Attention to detail and organizational skills

Why Join CSC?

This is an opportunity to shape the future of a well-respected national association with deep roots in Canada’s construction sector. You will work with passionate volunteers and professionals, lead impactful initiatives, and help elevate the value and visibility of specifications and construction knowledge across the industry.

How to Apply

Deadline for Submissions of Interest : October 16, 2025

Submit to : [e-mail]

To review a more comprehensive outline of the opportunity, go to CSC Search: https://csc-dcc.ca/newsevents/ThesearchisonforthenextCSCExecutiveDirector-648/?lang=EN

CSC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.