Project Director - Civil

Roles and responsibilities

• Plan (from start to finish) and coordinate the project portfolio;

• Create and monitor schedules and budgets for the project portfolio;

• Evaluate the performance of the project portfolio and implement necessary corrective actions: scope and quality;

• Manage and adhere to the various project contracts;

• Ensure compliance with the project management process for all projects;

• Supervise project teams: project manager, superintendent, foreman, site employees, etc.;

• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers;

• Manage financial matters (claims, backcharges, opportunities, etc.);

• Ensure compliance with project health and safety standards;

• Manage project portfolio risks and minimize their impact: identify, assess, develop contingency plans, and ensure their implementation;

• Demonstrate leadership to motivate and supervise project teams within the portfolio;

• Communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders in the project portfolio;

• Manage client relations for each project in the portfolio;

• Work closely with general superintendents and the project management director;

• Ensure the continuous improvement of project portfolio management operations (processes, tools, etc.);

• Perform any other related tasks.

Required skills

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in civil engineering;

• 3–5 years of experience as a project manager;

• Ability to manage multiple projects;

• Experience in the construction industry is a plus;

• Ability to read blueprints and specifications;

• Knowledge of the PROCORE computer system;

• Excellent communication skills;

• Teamwork skills;

• Organized;

• Versatile;

• Proactive.