Industrial Construction - Project Director

Chandos

$120K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years with a mid-large general contractor, focusing on major project delivery.
  • Minimum 2 years as a Senior Construction Project Manager on industrial projects valued at $500M+.
  • Proven involvement in nuclear mega projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary teams in high-pressure environments.
  • Strong knowledge of construction trades, safety management, compliance frameworks, and contract administration.
  • Valid Class 5 driver's license required.
  • Technical diploma or degree in Construction or Engineering required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project delivery using company-specific systems and protocols.
  • Manage procurement processes, including contracts and invoicing.
  • Oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and ensure milestones are achieved.
  • Direct and mentor project teams, promoting collaboration and accountability.
  • Liaise effectively with various stakeholders including clients and subcontractors.
  • Reinforce the company's safety culture through compliance and proactive risk management efforts.
  • Support business development through relationship leveraging and opportunity identification.

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned company with an equal stake and voice for all team members.
  • Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision.
  • Employer-matching retirement savings plan for long-term financial security.
  • Ongoing educational assistance for professional growth.
  • Recognition programs and annual salary reviews to motivate employees.
  • Access to leadership conferences for networking and collaboration opportunities.
  • Regular engagement events that foster a strong company culture.
Full Job Description
Senior Project Manager - Nuclear Facility (Industrial Construction)
  • Location: Chalk River, Ontario https://www.chandos.com/projects/technology/canadian-nuclear-laboratories-new-builds/
  • Schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
  • Only applicants who meet all minimum qualifications will be considered.

Chandos is seeking a Senior Project Manager that must have proven experience leading $500M+ large-scale industrial construction projects.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a $1.5B nuclear facility-a highly process-driven environment with ISO certification underway and over 250 professionals collaborating under Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).

The Senior Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project execution, including scope, schedule, cost, quality, procurement, risk, and stakeholder management. You will work closely with a Project Director, be mentored by senior leadership, and play a pivotal role in building Canada's advanced nuclear materials research capacity.
  • Lead project delivery using Chandos systems (Production System, PxP, Quality Management, Safety Program).
  • Manage procurement, subtrade buy-out, contracts, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing.
  • Oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure milestones and net margin targets are met.
  • Direct and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and grit.
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, architects, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
  • Reinforce Chandos' safety culture through inspections, compliance, and proactive risk management.
  • Support business development by leveraging client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
  • Contribute to project close-out, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.


Qualifications

Only applicants who meet all minimum qualifications will be considered.

Minimum Requirements
  • Industry Expertise: 10+ years with a mid-large general contractor, including substantial major project delivery experience.
  • Leadership Track Record: Minimum 2 years as a Senior Construction Project Manager on industrial projects valued at $500M+.
  • Proven involvement and expertise on nuclear mega projects.
  • Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary teams in complex, high-pressure environments.
  • Technical Acumen: Strong knowledge of construction trades, safety management, compliance frameworks, and contract administration.
  • Licensing: Valid Class 5 driver's license required.
  • Education: Technical diploma or degree in Construction or Engineering required.
  • Core Attributes (non-negotiable): Collaboration, grit, accountability.

Assets
  • Certifications: Gold Seal Certification (GSC/GSI) preferred as well as PMP designation.


Additional Information

Step into one of Canada's most exciting nuclear projects, contributing to advanced research facilities, hot cells, and cutting-edge nuclear materials labs.
  • Collaborate with a 200+ person IPD team in a highly structured, process-driven environment.
  • Gain mentorship from senior leaders while building your portfolio on a landmark $1.5B project.
  • Be part of a 100% employee-owned company where every team member has an equal stake and voice.
  • Competitive compensation, employer-paid benefits (health, dental, vision, EAP), and RRSP matching for long-term financial security.
  • Ongoing educational assistance to enhance your professional growth.
  • Recognition programs, annual salary reviews, and leadership conferences to connect and collaborate.
  • Regular company-wide engagement opportunities that reinforce our entrepreneurial, ownership-driven culture.

AI Disclosure

Chandos does use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified human reviewers.

Compensation Transparency

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we'll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.

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