Project Director

Position Summary A joint venture partnership is seeking an experienced Project Director (Construction) to join the team on a contract basis during the pursuit phase of a complex multi‑phase renovation & redevelopment project of a major aviation complex in Ontario, Canada. The successful candidate will transition to a full‑time position upon project award in March 2026 to lead the overall project execution phase.

This leadership role is critical to the success of the bid and execution strategy. The Project Director will oversee planning, stakeholder engagement, and execution readiness for one of Canada’s largest and most complex airport infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead overall project strategy, execution planning, and pursuit activities for the $1.5B expansion

Provide leadership and direction to pursuit teams, ensuring alignment with JV objectives

Collaborate with design, engineering, and construction teams to develop innovative, cost‑effective solutions

Engage with airport authorities, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with live airport operations

Oversee risk management, scheduling, and resource planning during pursuit and execution phases

Transition seamlessly into project delivery leadership upon award, managing construction execution

Ensure safety, quality, and operational continuity in an active airport environment

Logistics

Project Size: $1.5B

Site Timelines: 3 to 5 years

Communication Stakeholders: 75% internal: 25% external

Profile Requirements Character, Experience, Intelligence, Coachable (in this order) Character:

Will, Want, Desire, Self‑Awareness, Accountability, Integrity

Experience

Pursuit / Influence / Close capabilities

Presentation experience (your talent will equate to winning the business)

Mandatory: At least 5 years experience in airport construction projects (active, live airport environments)

Minimum 15+ years of progressive leadership in large‑scale infrastructure projects

Strong track record in managing projects exceeding $500M in value

Demonstrated ability to lead joint ventures and multi‑disciplinary teams

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Professional Engineering designation or PMP certification considered an asset

Coachable: You’ll be learning new things

What Makes This Opportunity Special

Family‑oriented organization where you can build a career and a family

Hard work, performance and sacrifice are well rewarded

You will be closing and delivering on the largest project in company history

You’ll have the ear of senior leadership

Legacy opportunity to be involved in one of the highest profile aviation projects in North America

Seniority Level Director

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Project Management and Management

Industries Construction and Building Construction

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