Program Manager, Capital Projects

Black & McDonald Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian construction firm in Toronto seeks an experienced Program Manager for its Capital Projects portfolio. This senior role focuses on managing large CAPEX and OPEX programs. Responsibilities include program governance, financial accountability, and leading project teams. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in program management, particularly in infrastructure, and hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. A competitive salary between $120,000 - $150,000 per year is offered, alongside a comprehensive rewards package.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Career development programs

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management roles.
• 5+ years managing large CAPEX and OPEX programs.
• Experience with public-sector or utility clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-year portfolio of capital and operational projects.
• Establish program governance and delivery standards.
• Accountable for program-level financial performance.

Skills

Program and portfolio management expertise

Strong financial acumen

Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams

Strong stakeholder management

Risk management knowledge

Continuous improvement mindset

Executive-level reporting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

MBA or Master’s degree

PMP or equivalent certification

Job description

Career Opportunity: Program Manager, Capital Projects - FMO / ICI

Toronto, ON

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
With a solid foundation, anything is possible. Building something from nothing is in your blood, and it’s in ours too. It’s why we choose to do meaningful work that transforms the world we live in. Like you, we can’t wait to get our hands on exciting, diverse projects that make a difference in our communities. We’re constantly growing (it’s kind of our thing) and we depend on every member of our talented teams to get us even further. You can depend on steady, long-term access to high-quality projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. At Black & McDonald, we strive to provide our people with endless opportunities to learn, grow and leave their mark on an exciting industry.

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald is seeking an experienced Program Manager – Capital & Operations to support its Capital Projects portfolio. This senior role is responsible for the end to end leadership of a large, integrated CAPEX and OPEX program, encompassing capital delivery, operational project execution, lifecycle asset management initiatives, and continuous improvement activities. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Program Manager acts as the senior program authority for all project related work delivered under the contract and serves as a key interface with customer stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Program & Portfolio Leadership – Lead a multi year portfolio of capital and operational projects supporting customer infrastructure and facilities.
• Program governance – Establish program governance, controls, and delivery standards across CAPEX and OPEX streams.
• Oversight & reporting – Provide portfolio level oversight of prioritization, resourcing, risk management, and reporting.
• Financial & Commercial Management –

• Accountable for program‑level financial performance, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Support development of business cases and lifecycle cost analyses.
• Coordinate with commercial teams on change management and financial controls.

• Client & Stakeholder Engagement – Serve as senior program representative to customer stakeholders.
• Provide executive level reporting on performance, risk, and financials.

• Leadership & Team Development – Lead and develop multidisciplinary project management and engineering teams.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Risk, Compliance & Safety – Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and customer standards.
• Oversee HSE, QA, and risk mitigation activities across the portfolio.

Competency Requirements

• Program and portfolio management expertise in complex, regulated, or infrastructure environments.
• Strong financial acumen, including CAPEX / OPEX budget management and forecasting.
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary technical and project teams.
• Advanced stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills.
• Strong understanding of risk management, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated ability to drive standardization and efficiency.
• Executive-level reporting, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• MBA or Master’s degree considered an asset.
• PMP or equivalent project/program management certification strongly preferred.
• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng. or EIT) considered an asset.
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement certification considered beneficial.

Work Experience Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in project, program, or portfolio management roles.
• Minimum 5+ years leading large CAPEX and OPEX programs, preferably within utilities, infrastructure, facilities, or asset-intensive environments.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar capital programs and operational project portfolios.
• Experience working directly with public-sector or utility clients (e.g., electrical, energy, transportation) strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects in a safety- and regulation-driven environment.

Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements

• Able to travel within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
• Security clearance requirements: must be able to get reliability or secret clearance.

The expected salary range for this role is between $120,000 - $150,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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