Project Director, Major Projects (Future Opportunities) - Ontario

Graham Contracting, Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham Contracting, Ltd. in Ontario is seeking a Project Director for Major Projects to lead large, complex initiatives across healthcare, education, transit and municipal programs.

You will drive delivery from pursuit through closeout, mentor project teams, and safeguard program performance. This on-site leadership role requires 15+ years of construction experience, a proven ability to manage complex stakeholders, strong commercial and contractual skills, and a commitment to safety and client

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive construction experience.
• Experience leading large-scale building or infrastructure projects.
• Proven success managing complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong commercial and contractual expertise.
• Experience with Construction Management, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, Alliance, IPD or similar delivery models.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead high-performing teams.
• Collaborative leadership style focused on safety, culture, client relationships and execution excellence.

Responsibilities

• Leading Complex Projects - Directing all phases of project delivery from pursuit and pre-construction through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Building High-Performing Teams - Developing and mentoring project managers, superintendents, project controls professionals, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Driving Financial Performance - Providing oversight of budgets, forecasts, contracts, risk management, and commercial strategy to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Creating Strong Client Partnerships - Serving as a trusted advisor to owners, consultants, public agencies, and key stakeholders.
• Supporting Business Growth - Contributing to pursuits, interviews, proposal development, operational planning, and long-term business strategy.
• Developing Future Leaders - Helping strengthen Graham's leadership bench by coaching and developing the next generation of operational talent.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Construction management

Team development

Safety focus

Contractual expertise

Job description

Project Director, Major Projects (Future Opportunities) - Ontario

Toronto, ON Canada

Requisition ID: 31637

Employment Type: Permanent FT (CAN)

Workplace Type: On-Site

Build What Matters

At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just construct buildings, we create spaces that shape lives and strengthen communities. As part of our Buildings division, you will contribute to meaningful projects across the region, from hospitals and schools to entertainment venues and multi-family residences.

Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.

Build the Next Generation of Landmark Projects in Ontario

Some opportunities are about filling a role.Others are about helping shape the future of an entire region.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

We're not simply hiring for a single project.We're investing in leadership.

Our Ontario business is growing, and we're intentionally building depth within our operations teams to support both active projects and the significant opportunities ahead. We're looking for proven project leaders who can step into complex environments, mentor teams, build client confidence, and help scale our business for the long term.

Whether you're currently a Project Director or a Senior Project Manager ready for the next step, we'd like to start a conversation.

What You'll Help Build

Our teams are helping deliver projects across:

• Transit and transportation infrastructure
• Healthcare and hospital developments
• Post-secondary education facilities
• Water and wastewater infrastructure
• Major institutional and civic developments
• Future data centre and advanced infrastructure opportunities

Projects currently underway or in planning include major healthcare, university, transit and infrastructure investments throughout Ontario.

Your Impact

As a Project Director, you will provide overall leadership and accountability for large, complex projects valued from tens of millions to over a billion dollars.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading Complex Projects - Directing all phases of project delivery from pursuit and pre-construction through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Building High-Performing Teams - Developing and mentoring project managers, superintendents, project controls professionals, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Driving Financial Performance - Providing oversight of budgets, forecasts, contracts, risk management, and commercial strategy to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Creating Strong Client Partnerships - Serving as a trusted advisor to owners, consultants, public agencies, and key stakeholders.
• Supporting Business Growth - Contributing to pursuits, interviews, proposal development, operational planning, and long-term business strategy.
• Developing Future Leaders - Helping strengthen Graham's leadership bench by coaching and developing the next generation of operational talent.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in speaking with leaders who bring:

• 15+ years of progressive construction experience
• Experience leading large-scale building or infrastructure projects
• Proven success managing complex stakeholder environments
• Strong commercial and contractual expertise
• Experience with Construction Management, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, Alliance, IPD or similar delivery models
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead high-performing teams
• A collaborative leadership style focused on safety, culture, client relationships and execution excellence

Experience within the following sectors would be considered a strong asset:

• Transit
• Post-secondary education
• Institutional construction
• Water and wastewater
• Major infrastructure programs

Location & Mobility

We are conducting this search nationally.

Candidates may live anywhere in Canada; however, successful leaders must be willing to travel regularly to Ontario and maintain a meaningful on-site presence with project teams, clients, and stakeholders.

This is not a fully remote leadership role.

The most successful Project Directors are visible, engaged, and actively connected to the projects and people they lead. While flexibility exists, candidates should expect to spend significant time in Ontario supporting project execution and team development.

At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process when requested. Please contact [e-mail] for accommodation requests.

Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg/Graham.

As Graham’s trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg supports the hiring of skilled professionals across Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, and Services projects nationwide.

Information at a Glance

Why Graham?

As proud employee-owners, we believe in sharing our success.Your contributions don't just matter – they create our success.

We offer opportunities to work on diverse projects across Canadaand the U.S. across our Buildings, Infrastructure, Industrial, Waterand Services divisions.

Enjoy competitive benefits, career mobility, and a culture builton commitment, integrity, and reliability.