Vice President, Design and Construction

cineplex; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Cineplex in Toronto is seeking a Vice President of Design & Construction to lead delivery of new builds and renovations across Canada. You will oversee internal and external project managers, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects are on time, on budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

This hybrid role (3 days in the office at 1303 Yonge Street) requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to drive value engineering, risk management, and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Professional designation or certification (PMP, CCA, Gold Seal, or equivalent) is an asset.
• 10+ years of progressive retail construction and project management experience, including estimating, contract administration, and project close-out.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale construction projects and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction design, scheduling, quality management, building codes, and health and safety requirements.
• Proven leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels.
• Strategic, solutions-oriented thinker with exceptional attention to detail and a track record of delivering results.
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and adaptable, with the ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Design & Construction team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee national construction projects from planning through close-out, ensuring effective project controls related to budget, schedule, quality, risk, and reporting.
• Direct tendering, contract administration, and procurement activities, including evaluating proposals, resolving issues, and driving value engineering initiatives.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of contract documents, shop drawings, lease obligations, and landlord/tenant scope requirements.
• Champion design innovation and construction best practices that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer experience.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, landlords, and regulatory authorities to support successful project delivery and timely issue resolution.
• Provide strategic support and counsel to the Senior Vice President and Executive Leadership Team as required.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Team mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

What you will do:

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Real Estate, Design & Construction, the Vice President will lead the successful delivery of any future new builds and existing and future renovation projects across Canada. This role oversees internal and external Project Managers, consultants, and contractors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards while supporting multiple retail banners and construction methodologies.

This is a hybrid position (3 days in the office). Office location is 1303 Yonge Street, Toronto.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Design & Construction team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee national construction projects from planning through close-out, ensuring effective project controls related to budget, schedule, quality, risk, and reporting.
• Direct tendering, contract administration, and procurement activities, including evaluating proposals, resolving issues, and driving value engineering initiatives.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of contract documents, shop drawings, lease obligations, and landlord/tenant scope requirements.
• Champion design innovation and construction best practices that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer experience.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, landlords, and regulatory authorities to support successful project delivery and timely issue resolution.
• Provide strategic support and counsel to the Senior Vice President and Executive Leadership Team as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Professional designation or certification (PMP, CCA, Gold Seal, or equivalent) is an asset.
• 10+ years of progressive retail construction and project management experience, including estimating, contract administration, and project close-out.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale construction projects and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction design, scheduling, quality management, building codes, and health and safety requirements.
• Proven leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels.
• Strategic, solutions-oriented thinker with exceptional attention to detail and a track record of delivering results.
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and adaptable, with the ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

Inclusion & Diversity

Cineplex, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are equal opportunity employers with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable.

Accessibility

We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation at any stage of our hiring process (application, interviews, assessments, and placement), please contact us at 416-323-6600 or via email at [e-mail].

Use of AI

We use AI-assisted tools to help us review applications and support parts of the recruitment process. However, every application is reviewed by our HR team, and all hiring decisions are made by our people, not by AI.

This position is a current vacancy and is being actively recruited to fill an existing role within the organization.

While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wage ($):

CAD