Director Of Construction

STRIVE Recruitment
Vancouver, BC
$113.7K a year (estimated)
Permanent

THE ROLE

STRIVE Recruitment is working with a well reputable design-build firm in Vancouver BC, looking for a Director of Construction.

Reporting directly to the Owner, the Director of Construction will oversee the quality, safety and high-quality execution for the portfolio of projects, with responsibility for maintaining relationships with the Project management team throughout the project life cycle.

Responsibilities

Leadership and management

  • Lead a construction team of 5 or more people including project managers, site superintendents and estimation department
  • Oversee hiring, training and professional development of construction staff

Project Oversight

  • Oversee all aspects of construction operations, including estimating, planning, and executing various sector projects.
  • Develop and maintain the construction schedule with the project team to meet milestones and completion dates for design-build projects.
  • Lead project meetings with internal and external stakeholders to monitor and support the ongoing progress of projects.
  • Identify and manage opportunities and risks specific to design-build projects to achieve the best possible impact on schedule and financial targets.
  • Maintain, track, and report all financial aspects of design-build projects, including forecasts and billings.
  • Manage the company portfolio of commercial tenant improvement projects throughout the project life cycle.
  • Monitor the progress of the design, ensuring compliance, quality, general coordination, constructability, and timing of deliverables.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.
  • Assist in the pre-construction process in collaboration with the sales team.
  • Ensure project health, safety, and environmental standards meet or exceed legislative requirements and company policies.

Estimating and Planning

Oversee the estimation process, ensuring accurate and competitive bids.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the company remains competitive and innovative.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with directors and the ownership group within the company.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in engineering or construction management.
  • Over 10 years of experience in construction, with extensive leadership roles within a construction environment.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading commercial projects with budgets of approximately $5 million or higher.
  • Extensive experience managing multiple project delivery contracts simultaneously.
  • Possesses a substantial network of clients, trades, and consulting companies.
  • Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills, including the ability to manage project budgets and schedules.
  • Ability to identify and manage risks and opportunities on construction projects.
  • Procore experience is an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to ensure successful project completions, profitability, and retention of owners as ongoing clients of the company.
  • Ability to lead, operate, and define a developing division and manage change effectively.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills and a strong customer service orientation.
  • 30+ days ago
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