Project Director

Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN

Turner Construction Company is a North America–based construction services firm with operations across Asia, India, and Europe. Founded in 1902, it is guided by values of active caring, teamwork, integrity, and commitment, with more than 120 years of impact on skylines and the industry.

With over 16,000 employees, Turner delivers approximately $29 billion in annual construction across 1,500+ projects, specializing in large, complex builds and advancing innovation and new technologies. Its work spans healthcare, education, commercial, aviation, and infrastructure sectors.

In Canada, where it has operated for more than 50 years, Turner employs nearly 1,000 people and generates close to $1 billion in annual revenue. With over 930 professionals, the company plays a key role in the industry while supporting communities through local projects, partnerships, and volunteer efforts. Turner is committed to quality, safety, inclusion, and building lasting value for the communities it serves.

• Access to practical tools and resources including, a work phone, laptop, and safety gear.
• Summer Fridays (early dismissals during the summer months on Fridays where applicable).
• Invitations to participate in company events and activities.
• Hard and soft skills training programs.
• Vehicle Auto Allowance.
• Thorough benefits program including an End of Year Premium Pay, Healthcare and Dental Coverage, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching, and much more that all begin on your first day.
• Annual base salary range for this position may be CA $160,000 to CA $220,000, depending on experience and fit.

Turner Construction’s Vancouver office is seeking a full-time Project Director. The position will be based out of the Vancouver Business Unit, with a focus on Vancouver Island, and will report to the Operations Manager. The role requires availability to work on-site or at the head office, Monday to Friday, for 40 hours per week. The Project Director will lead, manage, and coordinate all phases of one or more projects from preconstruction through closeout, and contribute to the securing of new work for the company.

As a Project Director, you will:

• Develop and maintain long-lasting relationships with clients, the design community, and organizations to support long term business growth and enhance future business development opportunities.
• Lead and support pursuits, proposals, presentations, and interview processes
• Develop high-performing teams through supervision, coaching, mentoring, and leadership development
• Ensure regular feedback is shared with staff including timely completion of employee performance appraisals.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing Departments to secure new work opportunities
• Ensure strict adherence to ethics and compliance requirements on all projects.
• Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee and pricing decisions.
• Manage and lead multiple projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee the development of the master project schedule and manage its implementation.
• Provide oversight for budget and financial management for all projects.
• Support and drive utilization of various Turner initiatives and technologies.
• Oversee the administration of the Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program.
• Drive enforcement of safety protocols by the project staff.
• Become a good corporate citizen in the community and maximize Turner-controlled resources to benefit business unit goals and objectives.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree plus minimum of 15 years’…