Victoria, BC | Full-Time | Leadership Role
MatchBox Consulting Group is working with a highly respected construction firm to recruit a Regional Director to lead their Vancouver Island operations, based in Victoria.
This is a true leadership and management hire, with responsibility for both people and portfolio. The successful candidate will oversee the Island team while acting as the senior executive lead on one of the largest and most important development portfolios on Vancouver Island.
This role combines:
People leadership and mentorship
Executive-level project oversight
Client and partner stewardship
Strategic responsibility for major Island projects
A key component of this role is stewardship of a $1B+ development portfolio, making this one of the most senior and influential construction leadership roles on Vancouver Island.
The firm is deeply relationship-driven. As a result, this role is Victoria-based, and relocation is not being considered.
Lead, mentor, and develop the existing Vancouver Island team
Oversee a large, complex portfolio of active and future projects at an executive level
Act as the primary senior contact for major Island-based clients and partners
Provide strategic oversight on schedules, risk, delivery, and resourcing
Ensure projects are executed consistently with company standards and values
Support business growth and long-term presence on Vancouver Island
Travel periodically up-Island and to the Lower Mainland as required
This is a visible, trusted leadership role with real authority and accountability.
5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director, Senior Manager, or equivalent)
10+ years in project management delivering complex construction projects
Proven track record of seeing projects through from start to finish
Strong construction background:
General Contracting
Engineering
Architecture
Solid technical understanding to complement leadership experience
Comfortable operating at an executive and client-facing level
Collaborative, grounded leadership style with high emotional intelligence
This organization places real emphasis on:
Leadership maturity
Judgment and credibility
Mentorship and team presence
Relationship-building over transactional management
Being in the office with the team matters. This role offers limited remote work (up to 1 day per week), by design.
Base salary: $150,000 – $170,000
Discretionary bonus
3 weeks vacation
80/20 extended health & dental coverage
1 day per week work-from-home
Long-term leadership runway within the organization
This process is structured and deliberate:
Initial interview with senior leadership (Victoria-based)
Performance assessment with a performance psychologist, plus reference checks
Final interview with the broader partnership group prior to offer
This reflects the importance and longevity of the hire.
Based in Victoria
Some travel up-Island and occasional Mainland travel required
Strong local relationships are a major asset
Actively interviewing
One opening
Senior candidates only
If you are a seasoned construction leader on Vancouver Island looking for a high-trust, high-impact role, this is a rare opportunity.
Apply in confidence through MatchBox Consulting Group.
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About MatchBox
Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.
Equal Opportunities
MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
Work Permits
Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.
Further Consideration
We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.
Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com
Regional Director • Victoria, British Columbia