VP of Construction, Canada — Energy Infrastructure Leader

Ameresco; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameresco Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, seeks a VP of Construction to lead the Canadian construction portfolio, directing Project Directors, Construction Managers, Project Managers, and field teams to deliver projects safely, profitably, on schedule and in accordance with contracts.

This hands-on, deliverables-driven role requires exceptional leadership, deep experience in energy infrastructure, and the ability to drive standard methodologies, risk management, and client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive construction leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of all Canadian construction projects including energy infrastructure, BESS, solar, federal, utility, and industrial projects.
• Establish national schedule governance processes and review critical path activities and risks.
• Act as executive sponsor for key client relationships and support project teams in difficult client situations.
• Ensure construction operations comply with contract requirements and manage change, claims, and warranties.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high‑performing construction leaders and establish succession plans.
• Develop and implement national construction standards and drive continuous improvement across projects.
• Responsible for construction P&L performance and forecasting; manage cost overruns and backlog execution.
• Champion safety culture and ensure compliance with regulations and company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Construction leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field

Tools

P.Eng./ PMP/ Gold Seal (asset)

Job description

Ameresco Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, seeks a VP of Construction to lead the Canadian construction portfolio, directing Project Directors, Construction Managers, Project Managers, and field teams to deliver projects safely, profitably, on schedule and in accordance with contracts.

This hands-on, deliverables-driven role requires exceptional leadership, deep experience in energy infrastructure, and the ability to drive standard methodologies, risk management, and client relationships