Executive Project Director - Large-Scale ICI Construction

Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchBox Consulting Group, recruiting for a well-established General Contractor, seeks a Project Director to lead major ICI construction projects in Calgary. You will provide executive oversight from pursuit through completion, ensuring safety, profitability and client satisfaction.

The role requires 15+ years in construction, 10+ years in senior PM or leadership with a GC, and a proven record delivering $100M+ projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in construction industry.
• 10+ years in a senior project management or project leadership role with a General Contractor.
• Demonstrated success delivering major ICI, commercial, institutional, or mixed-use projects valued at $100M+.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution and overall performance of large-scale ICI construction projects.
• Develop project strategies that support successful delivery, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, trade partners, and key stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts and contribute to securing future project opportunities.
• Provide oversight of budgets, schedules, risk management, contracts, and project controls.
• Ensure projects are appropriately resourced and positioned for success.
• Champion safety, quality, and operational excellence across all project phases.
• Monitor project performance and proactively address critical issues and risks.
• Oversee project closeout activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor, coach, and develop project management teams while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Client relationships

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Job description

MatchBox Consulting Group, recruiting for a well-established General Contractor, seeks a Project Director to lead major ICI construction projects in Calgary. You will provide executive oversight from pursuit through completion, ensuring safety, profitability and client satisfaction.

The role requires 15+ years in construction, 10+ years in senior PM or leadership with a GC, and a proven record delivering $100M+ projects.