Senior Project Director: Construction Leader & Mentor

Chandos; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex, high-value projects with a strong emphasis on leadership and financial management. The ideal candidate will have substantial general contractor experience and a proven track record in construction management processes, ensuring high-quality project delivery. This full-time position is not remote and offers competitive wages and comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Employer-paid benefits (health, dental, vision)

RRSP matching program

Educational assistance

Annual salary reviews

Leadership conferences

Company-wide engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• 8 years of general contractor experience on mid-to-large commercial projects.
• 5 years in a direct Project Manager role.
• Proven track record managing projects from design through completion.
• Demonstrated CM conversion experience (CCDC 5A / 5B to CCDC 2).
• Expert understanding of Construction Management processes and delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex high-value projects ensuring exceptional performance.
• Manage both open CM and converted CM delivery models.
• Mentor project teams to develop future leaders.
• Foster relationships that drive repeat business.

Skills

Project / Program Management

Construction Estimating

Microsoft Project

Financial Management

Team Management

Contracts

Job description

Were looking for an experienced and driven construction professional to join our team as a Senior Project Manager / Project Director . This is a key leadership role for someone ready to take the next step in their careerstarting as a Senior Project Manager with a clear development path to Project Director within approximately six months.

Youll oversee complex high-value projects ensuring exceptional performance across design construction and client relations. Youll also play an active role in mentoring project teams and supporting business development efforts to continue expanding our presence and reputation in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Own full-lifecycle delivery of mid-to-large institutional multi residential wood construction and commercial projects
• Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery including : Design review and constructability input Estimating budgeting (Class D Class B Tender) and cost control Tendering procurement and contract administration Construction sequencing site logistics and methodology development Close-out hand-off and client transition
• Manage both open CM (CCDC 5A / 5B) and converted CM (CCDC 2) delivery models : Shift projects from open to fixed-sum contracts through risk identification and tender recap Mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities throughout construction
• Experience in other collaborative project delivery models including IPD Progressive Design-Build or Design-Build would be an asset
• Craft compelling proposals and methodologies that win work and clearly articulate whats in it for the client
• Implement estimating input subtrade buy-outs contracts change-order controls and robust forecasts
• Mentor project managers coordinators superintendents and support staffdevelop tomorrows leaders today
• Foster client consultant and subcontractor relationships that drive repeat business and strong referrals
• Embed continuous improvement : streamline processes reinforce safety best practices capture lessons learned

Qualifications : Who You Are

8 years of general contractor experience (not developer) on mid-to-large commercial projects

5 years in a direct Project Manager role

Proven track record managing projects from design through completion

Demonstrated CM conversion experience (CCDC 5A / 5B to CCDC 2)

Expert understanding of Construction Management processes and delivery models

Advanced budgeting skills (Class D B Tender levels) and tendering process knowledge

Skilled in risk management opportunity identification and tender recap preparation

Proficient with MS Project (scheduling) site logistics planning and methodology development

Strong forecasting and financial reporting abilities

Valid drivers license and ability to balance office and site work

Ideal Candidate Attributes

Team player who fosters collaboration without relinquishing accountability

Self-starter eager to learn seek out new challenges and teach others

Entrepreneurial mindset : sets ambitious targets and drives transformative growth

Exceptional communicator and negotiatorteams and clients seek you out

Solutions-first strategic mentor with demonstrated positive client feedback

Embodies Chandos seven key attributes :

Grit

Accountability

Construction intelligence

Team orientation

Proactivity

Communication & connection

Curious mindset

Additional Information :

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos because we believe everyone should be treated equal . We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!

Competitive wages

Well roundedemployer paid benefits program including health dental vision care and employee assistance program

RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security

Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education

Recognition and annual salary reviews program

Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate

Regular company-wide engagement opportunities

Chandos only accepts applications through our portal from individuals. All resumes and applications submitted by an agency or consulting firm will be disqualified from our recruitment process.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Project / Program Management,Cold Calling,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,Restoration,Restoration Industry Experience,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Team Management,Auto Estimating,Financial Management,Contracts

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1