Infrastructure Executive Director – Major Civil & PPP Projects

Job Description
Project Director – Heavy Civil & Marine Construction
Bridges | Tunnels | Marine Infrastructure | Dams | Complex Civil Projects
About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and highly respected heavy civil contractor known for delivering some of Canada’s most complex infrastructure projects. With a strong portfolio that includes major bridges, tunnels, marine infrastructure, dams, wharf, jetties, deep foundations, and large-scale transportation projects, they are seeking an experienced Project Director to lead high-profile projects across Ontario and other major Canadian markets.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a construction professional with extensive experience managing large multidisciplinary civil projects from pre-construction through execution and closeout. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving project strategy, operational execution, client relationships, and overall project performance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $190,000 – $260,000 depending on experience
• Executive bonus structure
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Opportunity to lead landmark infrastructure projects
• Long-term career growth with a respected heavy civil contractor

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for large-scale heavy civil and marine infrastructure projects including bridges, tunnels, dams, jetties, wharf, and complex structural works
• Lead project teams through all phases of construction including pre-construction planning, procurement, scheduling, execution, commissioning, and project closeout
• Manage project financial performance including budgets, forecasting, cost controls, change management, and risk mitigation strategies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, municipalities, agencies, subcontractors, and joint venture partners
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contractual, environmental, and regulatory requirements

What We Are Looking For

• 15+ years of progressive heavy civil construction experience with significant leadership experience on complex infrastructure projects
• Proven background managing major bridge, tunnel, marine, dam, port, wharf, jetty, or other large structural civil construction projects valued in excess of $100M
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction methodologies including structural concrete, marine works, deep foundations, temporary works, excavation, shoring, and complex staging
• Demonstrated ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams while managing multiple stakeholders in high-profile project environments
• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. P.Eng., PMP, or Gold Seal certification would be considered an asset

Ideal Experience Includes

• Design-build and alternative delivery infrastructure projects
• Marine and waterfront infrastructure construction
• Complex transportation and transit-related structures
• Heavy structural concrete and deep foundation projects
• Joint venture and multi-stakeholder project environments

Why Join This Team?

This organization is recognized for delivering some of the most technically challenging and high-profile civil infrastructure projects in the country. They offer a strong pipeline of long-term work, executive-level support, collaborative leadership, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on landmark infrastructure developments.

If you are interested in discussing this opportunity in confidence, please apply today.

All discussions will be held in the strictest confidence.

Requirements
What We’re Looking For 15+ years of progressive heavy civil construction experience in senior leadership roles on major infrastructure projects Proven delivery of PPP (P3), design-build, and public infrastructure projects including bridges, tunnels, marine, deep excavation, and deep foundation scopes Strong commercial leadership experience including contract management, risk allocation, financial oversight, and claims resolution Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary project teams in complex stakeholder environments Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills with a track record of delivering large, technically complex civil infrastructure projects