Project Director

Sacre-Davey Engineering; City of Moncton; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Director to lead capital projects up to $800MM. This hybrid role requires 10+ years in project delivery within the energy sector and bilingual abilities in French and English. Join this team to drive innovative and sustainable solutions across North America.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Work-Life Balance

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project delivery experience, preferably in energy, renewable fuels, hydrogen, or industrial gas sectors.
• Experience delivering both large capital projects and small brownfield upgrade projects.
• Expertise in proposal writing, cost estimation, scheduling (MS Projects), and execution planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams across geographies.
• Develop execution plans, scopes of work, project budgets, staffing plans and schedule baselines during bid phases.
• Oversee all phases of project execution from concept through commissioning.

Skills

Project delivery experience

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Proposal writing

Cost estimation

Scheduling (MS Projects)

Commercial acumen

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Education

Licensed with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec

Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Project Director

Location: Hybrid (Canada – Travel required to customer sites and SDE offices)

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Overview

At Sacré-Davey, we are a privately held, multi-disciplinary engineering and project management firm serving the mining, energy, and industrial sectors. With offices across Canada, the United States, and the Philippines, we provide global expertise to help our clients de-risk and maximize their project value.

Our projects span mineral processing plants, renewable fuels, hydrogen production facilities, ports, and more. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of what we do, driving our mission to create a better future for all.

Join our team to make a meaningful impact in building sustainable solutions.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented Project Director to join our team. In this role, you will lead multiple small capital projects as well as major projects up to $800MM TIC, from proposal development through commissioning. You will engage with clients to define bespoke execution strategies, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver high-impact projects with certainty. You will thrive in an environment focused on decarbonization, hydrogen innovation, and responsible development. Bilingual capabilities in French and English are required to support our growing portfolio across North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams across geographies.
• Organize and lead the project team; includes mentorship, aligning project objectives and goals, defining roles in the project, and assigning project team members to those roles.
• Set performance expectations and foster professional growth through guidance and mentorship.
• Develop execution plans, scopes of work, project budgets, staffing plans and schedule baselines during bid phases.
• Oversee all phases of project execution from concept through commissioning including the ability to administer contracts and subcontracts.
• Control and deliver projects to their baseline (scope, budget, schedule). Develop level 3 schedules to define the logic and sequence of activities necessary for efficient execution and on-time completion.
• Apply rigorous change control and risk management practices throughout the execution phase to achieve client satisfaction.
• Acquire and coordinate products and services from external sources including subcontractors, vendors, and fabricators.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring transparency, professionalism, and responsiveness.
• Articulate execution strategies, progress, and key decisions through presentations and regular updates.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage project changes with diplomacy and clarity.
• Manage project communications to generate and disseminate information to the project team and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with engineering codes, health and safety regulations, and company quality standards.
• Organize phase reviews and integrate lessons learned into future projects.
• Active, client-focused approach to anticipate client challenges, needs, and priorities and become an extension of their organization.
• Support business development through proposal preparation and effort estimation and demonstrate Sacré-Davey’s value proposition of client focus, speed, and flexibility.
• Continuously improve project management through the practice of ongoing refinement of tools, standards templates, methodologies, and practices.
• Provide a rich learning environment for staff through hands-on coaching and structured development.
• Promote team engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and knowledge transfer.
• Demonstrate excellence in client focus, client management, project delivery, and team leadership.
• Exhibit adaptability, strategic thinking, and drive to deliver results with certainty.
• Be fluent in French and English, enabling collaboration with clients and stakeholders in multilingual environments.
• Demonstrate a track record in the hydrogen industry, preferably with green and blue hydrogen project experience.
• Understand the nuances of technology scale-up and clean energy project implementation.

Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of project delivery experience, preferably in energy, renewable fuels, hydrogen, or industrial gas sectors.
• Experience delivering both large capital projects and small brownfield upgrade projects.
• Expertise in proposal writing, cost estimation, scheduling (MS Projects), and execution planning.
• Fluency in French and English (required).
• Licensed with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
• Commercial acumen in budgeting, invoicing, forecasting, and change management.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Familiarity with hydrogen technology applications, safety protocols, and permitting is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset.

How to Apply

To Apply :

• Submit your resume directly to this job posting.
• Alternatively, join our talent pool by creating a profile on the ADP platform to stay connected for future opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sacré-Davey is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodation for those with specific needs in accordance with applicable legislation.

Why Join Sacré-Davey?

We offer :

• Competitive Compensation: Fair pay reflective of your skills and contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements to support your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Continuous development through training and mentorship.
• Inclusive Culture: A supportive workplace that values diversity and innovation.