On-Site Construction Director – Multi-Residential High-Rise

Lawen Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 165,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Relocation support

Milestone-based bonus

Job summary

Lawen Group is seeking a working director to lead our Halifax-based construction projects, including two 30-storey towers and heritage restorations. This role oversees mobilization through turnover, manages costs, schedules, safety compliance, and trades while guiding a on-site project team.

You will partner with senior leadership, ensure quality delivery, and drive lessons learned to improve future builds, with a focus on Halifax growth and community impact.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years leading multi-residential construction operations including high-rise delivery
• Schedule and budget ownership on projects of $50 million or more
• OHS leadership and knowledge of Nova Scotia safety law
• Credibility with superintendents and project managers
• Commercial discipline on contracts, changes and forecasting
• Quality obsession and mentoring of people and systems

Responsibilities

• Deliver each project from mobilization through commissioning, closeout and turnover
• Maintain and report on schedule and cost-to-complete forecasts
• Oversee site safety program and enforce OHS compliance
• Lead the site team including Project Manager and General Site Superintendent
• Manage contracts, changes and trades with rigorous standards
• Ensure quality and create a clean turnover to the property management team
• Capture lessons learned for future projects

Job description

Lawen Group is seeking a working director to lead our Halifax-based construction projects, including two 30-storey towers and heritage restorations. This role oversees mobilization through turnover, manages costs, schedules, safety compliance, and trades while guiding a on-site project team.

You will partner with senior leadership, ensure quality delivery, and drive lessons learned to improve future builds, with a focus on Halifax growth and community impact.