Project Director - Hospitals

Graham Contracting, Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Director to lead innovative construction projects in Toronto. This role involves managing complex projects in diverse sectors including healthcare and education, ensuring they meet budget and timeline expectations. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in construction management, strong stakeholder management skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. Join a collaborative team that values integrity and fosters career development in a supportive environment, where your expertise will contribute to building a better tomorrow.

Benefits

Employee Development Programs

PMP and Gold Seal Training

Diverse Portfolio of Projects

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction project management experience in ICI buildings.
• Extensive knowledge of construction methods and project management processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee subcontracting and budget estimates for projects.
• Develop status reports and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Construction Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Technical Diploma or Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business

Tools

CCDC2 Contract

CCDC5 Contract

CCDC30 Contract

Job description

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Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move, and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity, and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale, and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential, and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, and ongoing learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role

Reporting to the District Manager, the Project Director is an experienced construction professional who has completed successful ICI construction projects within the Greater Toronto Area and has a strong client focus. Working on a prestigious project downtown Toronto, the Project Director is a good team-builder, communicator, and stakeholder manager who can cultivate strong relationships with internal and external partners; they are fully proficient with the technical knowledge, leadership, and communication skills required for complex project assignments in post-secondary education, pharmaceutical, and light industrial and manufacturing sectors.

As a Project Director at Graham, you will:

• Engage Preconstruction in preparing, revising, and monitoring information related to costs involved in developing the project budget
• Oversee the subcontracting process, including facilitating initial scope review meetings, finalizing agreed processes, developing subcontract scopes of work, and managing subcontract distribution and final execution
• Oversee budget estimates and deliverables to the client
• Oversee the development of organizational responsibility matrix and directly approve project resources as required
• Review contract documents with project participants and the commercial manager to ensure terms are clear on deliverables so that project work will be completed on time and within budget
• Develop regular status reports for company executives and client committees/representatives, detailing the project status and recommending actions
• Ensure project schedule, milestone dates, and closeout checklist are prepared and maintained during the project lifecycle
• Approve and communicate performance standards and metrics by which the team will be measured
• Establish and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients, construction joint-venture partners, financing partners, key subcontractors, and other stakeholders such as design teams, suppliers, and user groups
• Act with integrity, supporting the company, its values, and employees, while focusing on exceeding customer expectations
• Negotiate skillfully in tough situations, winning concessions without damaging relationships, and being diplomatic
• Participate in industry, client, and community relations to promote Graham
• Proactively seek new business opportunities through relationships

Qualifications / Experience:

• A minimum of 15+ years of direct construction project management experience in the ICI buildings sector
• Technical Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
• Extensive knowledge of construction methods and project management processes across contract types like CCDC2, CCDC5, CCDC30
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex construction projects in the Commercial, Manufacturing, or Post-Secondary space
• Ability to train project staff in all aspects of project requirements
• Strong stakeholder management skills and a detailed understanding of commercial and contract terms

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Graham Group Ltd. also welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the hiring process. For more information, see our AODA Compliance Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

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The Graham Advantage

• One of North America’s largest General Contractors

• Graham is 100% employee-owned

• We support employee development, including PMP and Gold Seal training

• A diverse portfolio of challenging, career-defining projects