Project Director - Infrastructure

at  Graham Construction

Graham is a growing, dynamic and innovative construction solutions provider with history of success dating back to 1926. As an employee-owned company, youﾒll be able to capitalize on our collective success by becoming an owner yourself. Youﾒll also be able to take advantage of professional development, learning and growth opportunities, while working on exciting, leading-edge projects.ﾠ
We rank among Canadaﾒs largest construction companies, are a Platinum Member of Canadaﾒs 50 Best Managed Companies and are seeking top tier talent to further strengthen our capabilities. We provide a collaborative and caring culture and the necessary tools and support for you to succeed, both personally and professionally. If youﾒre eager to work on innovative projects, be part of a great team and become an employee-owner, Graham is the place for you.
As a member of our Infrastructure group, you will provide insight and innovative construction solutions to ensure the successful execution of various infrastructure projects, such as: roadways, highways and interchanges; bridges and overpasses; water and wastewater treatment facilities; transmission lines; general/public transportation including airports, seaports and light rail transit lines (LRTs); and conventional and alternative power generation like wind farms and district energy facilities. You will also further hone your skills operating under various delivery methods including Design-Build, P3 (Public-Private Partnership), Construction Management and IPD (Integrated Project Delivery).ﾠ

As aﾠProject Director, Waterﾠat Graham you will:

• Establishing and managing a tendering team, which may incorporate resources from joint-venture partners, suitable for specific projects and including construction and design management professionals, estimators and schedulers, commercial managers, sub-contracted design firms, and other construction management support staff.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with public and private sector clients, construction joint-venture partners, financing partners, and key specialist sub-contractors.
• Developing and executing tendering strategies focused on optimizing cost, schedule, Safety, Quality, and other relevant aspects of client requirements.
• Providing leadership and guidance in negotiating partnerships and teaming arrangements, developing construction and design innovations, and executing commercial procurement strategies.
• Working with the Construction Manager, Design Manager, Commercial Manager and Project Scheduler to plan the construction requirements of the project and to deliver the project on time and on budget.
• Ensure project commercial and risk management systems, including health and safety, quality, accounting, finance, insurance, legal, and communication functions are implemented effectively and are compliant with corporate procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, Provincial and local laws, particularly applicable. Occupational Health & Safety Acts / Construction Safety Act regulations and environmental requirements as they relate to the project scope of work.
• Act as a principal point of contact and project representative for the contractor or construction joint-venture to the private or public sector client.
• Manage and lead construction tendering and execution teams.
• Prepare regular reports for company executives and project steering committees detailing status of the project and recommending actions to be taken.
• Ability to lead a team in meeting difficult project timelines, provide support and supervision to staff, and successfully complete project work.

Qualifications/Experience:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in a Manager role, responsible for large water/waste water projects at least 200 million dollars in value
• Must have experience working in a medium to large General Contractor environment
• Successful completion of a Civil Engineering degree. Completion of a MBA would be an asset
• Experience leading and executing water, waste water, renewable energy and transportation projects
• A solid track record in managing large infrastructure water projects
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to build respect at the job level, possess executive presence with strong relationship building and business development skills
• Strong management skills, with an in-depth knowledge of restructuring and change management
• Advanced understanding of large project operational and financial risk management practice

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including dental, optical and medical and company matched pension plan.
• Ownership and long term equity opportunities

What we can offer you:

• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
• Grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment that is at the forefront of a fast evolving business sector
• Commitment to the training and wealth of opportunities for career development across job categories, project types and locations around North Americaﾠ

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.