Team Leader, Construction Services

Who Can Apply?

Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public) Salary Range

$109,219 - $141,984 Employment Status

Continuing Security Level

Secret Language Requirement

English Essential Closing Date

15/05/2026 Country

Canada Overview

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) invites you to consider joining our team. DCC is a dynamic and fast‑paced Crown corporation whose clients include the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence. We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated professionals to support the delivery of major capital projects in Halifax. We are currently recruiting for Team Leader, Construction Services positions to support the following high‑profile initiatives. Halifax Heating & Municipal Services Upgrades Project (HHMSU): A major infrastructure program focused on modernising and replacing ageing heating, electrical and municipal services at CFB Halifax. This is a multi‑year, high‑value capital project delivered using a Modified Design‑Build (MDB) approach. Health Services Centre and Transition Centre: Delivery of a modern, integrated Health Services and Transition Centre at CFB Halifax. This is a complex, multi‑year project that will be delivered using an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model. This posting may also be used to staff similar positions in Halifax to support other large‑scale capital and base infrastructure projects and programmes delivered through various collaborative delivery models (e.g. IPD, MDB, DBB, CM, etc.). Key and Periodic Activities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all inclusive. Primary

Oversee a team managing construction, professional services and service contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and DCC contract management policies and processes. Solve complex problems within delegated authority. Facilitate contract‑related coordination and communications between stakeholders (e.g. contractors, consultants, Client‑Partners). Promote and manage business development opportunities. Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client‑Partners and/or stakeholders. Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client‑Partner expectations. Manage risk. Perform human resources functions (e.g. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources, and manage performance). Other

Contribute to business planning Other duties as assigned Skills

Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in construction, architecture and engineering Best practices and trends in financial management and human resources management Procurement mechanisms Project, contract and risk management principles Health and safety management Formal Education And/or Certification(s) And Experience

Minimum: college diploma in engineering, architecture or related field with six years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent Abilities

Use applicable computer software and operating systems Apply project, contract and risk management techniques Demonstrate leadership and human resources management skills Development and Leadership

Lead and manage direct reports Provide functional direction and advice to other employees and to Client‑Partners Working Conditions

Typical office environment with occasional travel Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment Check Out Your Benefits

Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary. Your Package Includes

Health and Wellness

100% employer‑paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership $2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans Home and Family

Life, accidental‑death, and short‑term disability insurance Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance programme Maternity and parental leave top‑up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home Leave and Retirement

Public‑service pension Comprehensive vacation and other paid‑leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance. DCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process. Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening. Required

criminal record checks reference checks previous employment open source checks credit/financial status DCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the Annual Update once a year. Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace! At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information. DCC’s goal is to provide barrier‑free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email careers@dcc-cdc.gc.ca.

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