Director, Construction Project

At RONA, over 22,000 employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA, and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization.

Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.

Our expectations

Under the responsibility of the Divisional Vice-President, Real Estate and Construction, the Construction Director will lead the construction services team and will have the responsibility of managing the construction project portfolio as well as various projects for which he will be directly responsible for using the optimal project management tools, techniques, and practices.

The Construction Director is responsible for maintaining the quality standards of the projects delivered, and strictly adhering to project budgets & timelines.

The candidate will participate in the planning of departmental tasks, partake in executive project approval meetings, and prepare analyses & reports as required by Senior Management.

Your role

• The candidate will supervise the construction projects within the organization and lead the team towards the achievement of corporate goals & objectives.
• Supports the Real Estate team and other internal partners by his participation in the development of technical solutions and negotiation with the multiple business stakeholders.
• Responsible for the cost estimation of projects and for the preparation of budgets leading to execution.
• Implements the appropriate process & procedures for the application of the best practices in the management of projects.
• Ensures the proper selection of external consultants for any given project, manages the mandates, and maintains the business relation with these consultants.
• Review and approval of project calls for tender and analysis of bid packages.
• Approve the awarding of all mandates & construction contracts.
• Preparation of project timelines & schedules for execution.
• Manage the course of the projects, document construction work progress and ensure that work conforms to contractual documents Inspect, monitor, and document the construction work progress to ensure compliance with the contract documents, quality of the work and adherence to the project schedule & timelines.
• Manage & control construction costs to ensure that they remain within the budgetary envelope (PAR) limits.
• Review, analyze, and approve / disapprove contract payment requests.
• Negotiate contractual agreements with consultants & contractors, including eventual changes in work scope. Recognize situations leading to potential disagreements with consultants and contractors, take charge in the resolution of any potential conflicts.
• Produce project status reports as required by management for current updates, regularly document project progress & process.
• Maintain a good working relationship with other departments within RONA to achieve the company’s objectives for quality of service to internal clients.
• Must be willing to travel extensively throughout Canada when required.
• Must have the ability to present information efficiently & effectively.
• Must be able to work at a high level of autonomy and have the flexibility to react quickly in a dynamic business environment, as well as having the capacity for problem solving.

The qualifications we are looking for

• The candidate should have 5 to 10 years of experience in commercial construction project management, ideally in the retail sector (an asset).
• The candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture, a DEC (technical college diploma) in these same disciplines, or extensive experience in the construction industry at the project management & supervision level.
• Holds professional certification / be an active member of a recognized professional association such as the OAQ, OIQ, OTPQ, PMI, CIQS, AEÉCQ, etc.
• Mastery of project management techniques & tools.
• The ability to prepare construction cost estimates.
• Proficiency with various software packages including Microsoft Office, MS Project. Knowledge of AutoCAD would be an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills, self-taught with the initiative to work independently.
• Has the ability to multi-task and stay organized meeting daily project priority needs.
• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as :

• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA Inc. locations)
• Benefits : retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
• Electric car charging stations
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• And much more!

The masculine generic is used without discrimination and only in order to simplify the text. RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion.

We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.