Project Director - Civil Infrastructure

Canterra Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or allowance

Annual performance bonus

Benefits (health/dental/retirement)

Job summary

Canterra Group in the Greater Vancouver Area seeks a Project Director – Civil Infrastructure Construction to oversee the execution and financial performance of multiple large civil projects. You will report to senior leadership and drive on-time, on-budget delivery with a focus on cost control, risk management, and team development.

The role requires 15+ years of civil construction experience, a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, and professional designations like P.Eng.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive civil construction experience on roads, bridges, rail, and municipal projects.
• Proven track record leading $100M+ projects or portfolios.
• Strong cost control, budgeting, and risk management at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership across multiple civil infrastructure projects.
• Mentor project managers and site teams to develop future leaders.
• Oversee planning, execution, and close-out to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Lead client engagement, contract negotiations, and stakeholder management at high level.
• Drive cost control and financial forecasting to maximize profitability.
• Implement proactive risk management to mitigate delays and costs.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance across projects.
• Provide strategic reporting to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Budgeting

Negotiation

Mentorship

Stakeholder management

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

P.Eng.

PMP

Job description

Project Director – Civil Infrastructure Construction

Location

Greater Vancouver Area

Contract

Full-Time | Permanent

Salary

$180,000–$200,000 + Bonus + Benefits + Vehicle Allowance

About The Company

Our client is a highly respected national civil contractor delivering municipal infrastructure, transit, roads, bridges, subway, light rail transit, large highway, and large-scale excavation projects. With a strong track record of success and a reputation for quality and reliability, the company is seeking a Project Director to provide strategic leadership on high-value projects ($100 M +) while mentoring the next generation of project management talent.

The Opportunity

The Project Director will be a senior leader responsible for overseeing the execution and financial performance of multiple large-scale civil projects. Reporting directly to the Senior Project Director and Vice President, this role requires a proven leader who can balance strategic oversight with hands‑on involvement, while driving excellence in cost control, scheduling, risk management, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level leadership and direction across multiple civil infrastructure projects
• Mentor and develop project managers, coordinators, and site teams to build strong future leaders
• Oversee project planning, execution, and close‑out to ensure on‑time and on‑budget delivery
• Lead client engagement, contract negotiations, and stakeholder management at the highest level
• Drive strong cost control measures and financial forecasting to maximize project profitability
• Implement proactive risk management strategies to mitigate delays, disputes, or cost overruns
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all projects
• Provide strategic reporting and project updates to senior company leadership

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in civil construction, including roads, bridges, rail, large highway and municipal infrastructure
• Proven track record leading large-scale projects ($100M+) or portfolios of multiple mid‑sized projects
• Strong background in cost control, budgeting, and risk management at a senior leadership level
• Post‑secondary degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• P.Eng., PMP, or similar professional designation considered an asset
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills with a focus on mentorship and team building
• Demonstrated ability to foster strong client, stakeholder, and municipal relationships

What’s In It For You

• Base salary $180,000–$250,000 plus annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits
• Company vehicle or allowance
• Executive‑level role with significant influence on company growth and direction
• Opportunity to mentor, develop, and lead high‑performing project teams
• Long‑term stability with a leading civil contractor