Team Leader, Construction Services

Defence Construction Canada; Meaford; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government agency is seeking a confident and self-driven Team Leader for Construction Services. This role involves day-to-day leadership, overseeing a team to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and managing stakeholder communications. Candidates should have a college diploma in engineering and a minimum of five years' experience in construction. The position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health and wellness support and a public-service pension plan.

Benefits

100% employer-paid sick leave

$400 wellness allowance

Life and disability insurance

Public-service pension

Generous parental leave top-up

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' relevant experience in construction management.
• Strong leadership and human resources management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team in construction services.
• Oversee compliance with contractual requirements.
• Facilitate coordination among stakeholders.

Skills

Best practices in construction, architecture and engineering

Financial management knowledge

Procurement mechanisms

Project risk management techniques

Health and safety management

Education

College diploma in engineering or related field

Job description

Who Can Apply?

Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)

Salary Range

$91,826 - $119,370

Employment Status

Continuing

Term Length

Security Level: Secret

Language Requirement

English Essential

Closing Date

15/02/2026

Country

Canada

Role Overview

Defence Construction Canada is seeking a confident, self‑driven Team Leader, Construction Services to support a growing site. You will own day‑to‑day leadership, work independently with an off‑site manager, and make informed decisions in a dynamic environment. Travel to other sites at least twice per month will be required to align with the broader team.

Key Periodic Activities

• Oversee a team managing construction, professional services and service contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and DCC contract management policies and processes
• Solve complex problems within delegated authority
• Facilitate contract‑related coordination and communications between stakeholders (e.g. contractors, consultants, Client‑Partners)
• Promote and manage business development opportunities
• Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client Partners and/or stakeholders
• Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client‑Partner expectations
• Manage risk
• Perform human resources functions (e.g. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources, and manage performance)

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in construction, architecture and engineering
• Best practices and trends in financial management and human resources management
• Procurement mechanisms
• Project, contract and risk management principles
• Health and safety management

Formal Education and/or Certification(s) And Experience

• Minimum: college diploma in engineering, architecture or related field with five years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent

Abilities

• Use applicable computer software and operating systems
• Apply project, contract and risk management techniques
• Demonstrate leadership and human resources management skills

Development and Leadership

• Lead and manage direct reports
• Provide functional direction and advice to other employees and to Client‑Partners

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment with occasional travel
• Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment

Benefits

Health and Wellness

• 100% employer‑paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums
• $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership
• $2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage
• Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans

Home and Family

• Life, accidental‑death, and short‑term disability insurance
• Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
• Maternity and parental leave top‑up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks
• Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home

Leave and Retirement

• Public‑service pension
• Comprehensive vacation and other paid‑leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans

Security Clearance

Minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance. Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada and maintain the required clearance throughout employment.

Code of Conduct

DCC's Code of Business Conduct is a condition of employment. Employees are required to certify they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC.

Diversity and Inclusion

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace! At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community.

Accommodation for the Recruitment Process

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know. DCC goal is to provide barrier‑ access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates.

Next Steps

To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), candidates should apply through the official DCC careers portal. For more information about the region or security clearance process, visit the respective DCC or government sites.