Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and initiative-taking Director, Construction with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to support the construction program of our Long-Term Care redevelopment projects. The Director is accountable for the successful delivery of Extendicare's multi-site LTC redevelopment program, which spans new-build and redeveloped homes at various stages from pre-construction through active construction. The program is currently concentrated in Ontario, with expansion into additional provinces anticipated.
Leading a team of Project Managers, you will be the principal construction representative with Construction Managers/General Contractors, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, Consultants, and other stakeholders. This is a hands-on leadership role: you will set the program's delivery strategy and governance, while staying in the detail, reviewing budgets, resolving risk, and stepping in when a project needs it.
This role will be based at our head office in Markham Ontario, Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment. Regular travel is required for this role.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a multi-project LTC redevelopment program from pre-construction through occupancy and closeout
- Set delivery strategy, standards, and governance frameworks across the program
- Establish program controls and KPIs, and intervene proactively when schedule, budget, quality, or operational risk drifts off track
- Lead a team of Project Managers, each responsible for individual redevelopment projects
- Review and approve execution plans, schedules, procurement strategies, budgets, and change management processes
- Run regular project reviews, and drive corrective action where performance issues surface
- Ensure compliance with building codes, LTC design standards, health and safety regulations, and Ministry requirements
- Take on direct project responsibility, or co-lead delivery, on select large-scale or complex projects alongside the assigned Project Manager as required
- Travel regularly to project sites across the portfolio; regular, on-site attendance is a core expectation of this role
- Own project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting
- Oversee contract administration, progress payments, contingencies, claims, and change orders
- Identify cost optimization and value engineering opportunities
- Bring financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership
- Build and maintain the program's risk management framework across construction, operational, financial, regulatory, and schedule risk
- Lead issue resolution and escalation on critical project challenges
- Report project status — schedule, budget, procurement, risk, health and safety — to Senior Leadership and Development Partners
- Lead program governance meetings, including bi-weekly construction update meetings to Senior Leadership and Development Partners
- Act as the primary point of contact between internal leadership, LTC operations, consultants, and contractors
- Represent Extendicare in community engagement activities as required
- Mentor and develop your Project Managers and project support staff
- Set performance objectives and hold the team to them
- Support succession planning and workforce development
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field; P.Eng., PMP., CET., or similar designation is an asset
- 12+ years of progressive construction project delivery experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role on large-scale healthcare, institutional or long-term care projects, and/or high-rise residential projects
- Track record managing new build construction projects valued at $100M+
- Experience overseeing Consultants, Construction Managers / General Contractors, and owner-side project management teams
- Familiarity with Ontario's healthcare and LTC redevelopment landscape is an asset
- Experience delivering projects through various procurement models including CCDC5B Construction Management and CCDC2 Stipulated Sum construction contracts.
- A combination of owner-side and contractor experience is an asset.
- Extensive knowledge of construction management principles and practices.
- Advanced budgeting, financial management, and forecast reporting skills.
- Expertise in risk identification, mitigation, and issue resolution.
- Strong understanding of project scheduling and critical path management.
- Thorough knowledge of contract administration and procurement practices.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Strong communication, presentation, and executive reporting skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with project management and reporting software.
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
- A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
- Employee Family Assistance Program.
- Robust benefits package
Time Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.
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