At Acres Enterprises, we believe people aren’t just looking for jobs, they’re in search of a lifestyle and culture that empowers, inspires, and fosters growth. That’s why our collaborative and supportive work culture is at the heart of our success. It’s the reason our team members choose to build their careers with us, while making an impact in the industry and the community at large. At Acres, your growth is our priority. We offer an environment where there’s an emphasis on both professional development and work-life balance. With benefits such as performance-based incentives, paid Acres Days, and opportunities to engage with the community, we ensure you’re supported both personally and professionally. Inclusion and diversity are central to our hiring philosophy. We value unique perspectives, implement equitable practices, and strive to create accessible opportunities where everyone can thrive. When you join Acres, you become part of a team dedicated to innovation, community impact, and shaping the future of the construction industry. Our talented team of professionals, with varied subject matter expertise, can take a project from concept to completion. With over 600 years of combined construction experience and the use of cutting-edge technology, Acres is committed to bringing our clients’ projects to market on time, on budget, and at the highest quality.

THE ROLE

To direct, organize, and coordinate all construction office and field activities for multiple multi-disciplined contracts. This includes Civil Construction, General Contracting, and a variety of delivery methods such as cost plus, unit price, lump sum, design-build, and construction management. Your focus will be on enhancing profitability, meeting schedules, maximizing resource utilization, ensuring safety standards, and achieving client satisfaction. You will lead department operations, manage direct reports, and foster strong relationships that align with Acres’ commitment to excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Department Participation

• Participate in the development of the Industrial Contracting Department operating budget.
• Lead or attend scheduled department meetings to review initiatives, priorities, project progress, labour resources management, equipment utilization, subcontractor performance, and safety.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, project management techniques, and emerging technologies, presenting new ideas to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Build expert knowledge in delivery methods, scheduling, cost management, codes, environmental standards, and client-specific requirements (e.g., mining).
• Develop and maintain relationships with strategic subcontractors and suppliers.

Operational Leadership

• Establish project-specific construction management systems based on client, contract, schedule, and regulatory requirements.
• Confirm all required contract documentation (contracts, bonding, insurance, billing schedules) is in place prior to project start-up.
• Assign Project Managers to projects and lead start-up meetings to align on scope, schedule, safety, manpower, and profitability goals.
• Review project budgets with PMs to identify risk areas, cost-savings opportunities, and potential revenue enhancements.
• Pre-approve subcontractor and supplier lists, ensuring accuracy and scope alignment before contracts are issued.
• Provide ongoing guidance, mentoring, and problem-solving support to Project Managers in meeting their objectives.
• Monitor and review job progress, comparing results against established objectives, and implement corrective measures where necessary.
• Lead monthly (or more frequent) cost/progress meetings with PMs to confirm accuracy of financial reporting and project performance.
• Conduct regular site tours to verify quality, safety, and productivity standards are consistently met.
• Liaise with consultants and owners to strengthen relationships and continuously improve client service and execution.
• Undertake management of select projects, especially those with complex scheduling or cost challenges.
• Provide leadership in building a strong “safety culture,” reviewing all safety incidents and corrective actions with the HSE Manager.
• Encourage disciplined reporting practices across teams, including accurate recording of costs, hours, equipment use, RFIs, and shop drawings.
• Promote cross-department collaboration and ensure decisions are made with an overall company-first perspective.

Human Resources Management

• Lead the hiring process for Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Surveyors.
• Conduct orientation, training, and mentoring of new team members.
• Provide performance evaluations for direct reports and review evaluations of their subordinates.
• Support employee development, coaching, and skills enhancement.
• Review and approve expense reports.
• Champion Acres’ corporate values and promote collaboration across teams and projects.