Construction Director

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Job Description:

Parsons is a leader in the design and construction of rail and transit systems, committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance transportation infrastructure. Our full-service team utilizes advanced 3D modeling to provide comprehensive design, construction, and technology integration for clients across North America. Parsons is seeking an experienced construction manager to join our multi-disciplinary Rail and Transit division as a  Construction Director .
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in rail and transit construction, as well as project management and leadership experience for large-scale transit projects, including LRT stations, transit maintenance facilities, and transit centres.  This role is Toronto-based!
The Construction Director will be required to engage with the Client Director and be proactive in the review of Contractor work plans, and shall demonstrate project leadership to develop resolutions that are best for the project.

Responsibilities

Providing technical construction leadership across a multi-billion-dollar rail transit project.

Review and ensure that the construction aspects of the program are technically sound and consistent with client requirements.

Provide construction management and administration oversight of all activities and outputs.

Proactively provide construction expertise through advice, direction, and direct leadership with the client and project teams.

Organizes, directs, and manages field representation at work sites and remote production facilities.

Identifying any opportunities to help develop the Project Delivery Teams’ delivery experience, through coaching and mentoring of the on-site teams.

Support the development of the approach to proactive Health and Safety and ensure core values are met.

Manages development and implementation of field logs.

Supports the development of mitigation to reduce risks associated with construction interfaces.

Qualifications

15+ years Construction Director in transit rail.

Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams.

Detailed understanding of construction methodology, innovative methods of delivery, technology, planning, and delivery site logistics.

Commercial and detailed understanding of construction contract law and an understanding of multiple contract types.

Good oral, written communication, and presentation skills.

Stays up to date with key industry/professional trends through networking and Continued Professional Development (CPD), and has the ability to update colleagues & clients on industry trends.

Proficient in office technology, software, and applications.

Well-developed decision-making skills.

The individual will take ownership to identify, solve, and overcome challenges, whilst keeping others abreast of developments.

This individual is expected to deliver results, striving to exceed the clients’ expectations.

Significant experience leading and providing direction to Construction & Project Delivery teams on high-profile and high-value projects.

The ability to lead, engage, motivate, and coach others. To act as a role model and inspire and empower others.

Leads negotiations with third parties.

Create and deliver persuasive and engaging presentations to a wide range of audiences in our industry.

Manage client relationships effectively.

Respectfully listen to others and consider all views presented.

Bachelor's Degree in a construction-related field (or equivalent construction-related work experience).

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company…