Head of Projects, Modular

Kalesnikoff; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalesnikoff is seeking a Head of Projects to lead modular project delivery across North America. You will establish governance, lead the project management team, and ensure safe, on-time, on-budget, and quality results aligned with client expectations.

You will partner with Sales, Design, Manufacturing, Operations and Executive Leadership to drive portfolio performance and continuous improvement, shaping strategic project execution.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience with complex portfolios.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience managing project management teams.
• Strong knowledge of contractual/administrative and operational/technical aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the modular project portfolio across North America.
• Establish governance, standards, processes, and performance metrics.
• Direct Senior Project Managers and project delivery teams.
• Monitor portfolio risk, capacity, priorities, and escalation handling.
• Ensure safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Sales, Design, Manufacturing, Operations, and Leadership.
• Provide portfolio reporting and recommendations to VP and senior leaders.
• Oversee contracts, forecasting, budgeting, cash flow, and financials.
• Maintain project administration, change control, and documentation.
• Drive profitability and continuous improvement in project delivery.
• Mentor, develop, and hold teams accountable to goals.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Resource planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/architecture/construction management/business

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Primavera

Power BI

Job description

The Head of Projects, reporting to the VP Construction Services, provides leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of Modular projects across North America. This role is responsible for establishing project management standards, leading the project management team, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality expectations. Working closely with Sales, Design, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams, the Head of Projects drives consistent project execution, effective resource planning, and continuous improvement to support client satisfaction and business growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the successful project management of the organization's modular project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Establish and oversee project management governance, standards, processes, and performance metrics.
• Provide leadership and direction to Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and project delivery teams.
• Monitor portfolio performance, proactively managing risks, resource capacity, priorities, and escalated issues.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality and client expectations.
• Partner with Sales, Design, Manufacturing, Operations, and Executive Leadership to align project execution with business priorities.
• Provide regular portfolio reporting, insights, and recommendations to the VP and senior leadership team.
• Oversee project contracts, forecasting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial performance across the project portfolio.
• Ensure consistent project administration practices, including contract compliance, change management, documentation, and reporting.
• Monitor project financial performance and implement corrective actions to support profitability and successful project outcomes.
• Drive accountability for project delivery standards and resource utilization.

Strategic Planning & Business Partnership

• Contribute to organizational planning by providing project portfolio insights, resource forecasts, and operational recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and maintain key supplier and subcontractor relationships to promote successful project outcomes
• Identify opportunities to improve project outcomes, enhance client satisfaction, and support business growth.
• Lead the development and enhancement of project management methodologies, systems, tools, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, profitability, and project performance.
• Champion innovation and scalable project delivery practices.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the project management team, including Senior Project Managers and Project Managers.
• Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and development plans for team members.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and succession planning to build organizational capability.
• Support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for the project management function.
• Foster an engaged, inclusive, and high-performing team culture aligned with company values.
• Promote leadership development and knowledge sharing across the project management organization.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience with responsibility for complex project portfolios.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience managing project management teams
• Strong depth of construction industry knowledge/experience – both contractual/administrative as well as operational/technical.
• Proven success leading large-scale, cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.
• Experience reporting to senior leadership and influencing organizational decision-making.
• Strong understanding of project delivery, portfolio management, budgeting, forecasting, contract management, and risk management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience implementing project management governance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera, Power BI).
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align project execution to organizational strategy.