Posted 10 days ago
Director, Commercial Division
@ Glass Canada
London, Ontario
Overview
Glass Canada is hiring a Director, Commercial Division to lead performance, profitability and strategy for its commercial construction operations, from bidding and planning through execution and closeout. The role leads a team of 6 direct reports and about 50 indirect reports and sits on the Senior Leadership Team. The posting states full-time work, a valid driver's licence, travel to customer and project sites, and benefits including an RRSP match and Health Care Spending Account.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee commercial construction projects from planning through closeout
- Manage annual budgets, forecasts and construction billing
- Lead strategic bidding and project pursuit decisions
- Build relationships with contractors, suppliers and industry associations
- Lead and inspire a team of 6 direct and about 50 indirect reports
Requirements summary:
- 7 to 10+ years of commercial construction experience
- Strong financial acumen in budgeting and cost control
- Experience leading teams and multiple projects
- Glazing or building envelope experience an asset
- Valid driver's licence and travel to sites
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Director |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Construction site, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Employee discount, Home office allowance |
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Glass Canada
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Full company description
Glass Canada, based in London, is a highly reputable glazing sub-contractor, specializing in residential, commercial, retail, institutional, and industrial projects, delivering top-quality glass and associated materials for any project needs.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,946
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 39
- Reported office locations
- 330 Exeter Rd, London, Ontario, CA
- 380 Jamieson Pkwy, 3, Cambridge, Ontario N3C 4N4, CA
- Other recorded names
- Glass Canada Limited
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Glass Canada, based in London, is a highly reputable glazing sub-contractor, specializing in residential, commercial, retail, institutional, and industrial projects, delivering top-quality glass and associated materials for any project needs.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | London, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Our purpose is simple: To enrich the lives of our partners!
Glass Canada is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services available today, and we believe that commitment begins with hiring the best people. The Director, Commercial Division is a key leader responsible for the performance, profitability, and strategic direction of our Commercial Division.
This role oversees commercial construction operations, from project bidding and planning through execution and completion, ensuring strong financial performance while building lasting relationships with general contractors, customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead a dynamic and experienced team across Estimating, Project Management, Drafting, Fabrication, and Installation. You will foster a one-team mindset and lead, inspire, build, and motivate a high-performing team that consistently delivers on our higher purpose.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Be a change-champion driving accountability, operational excellence and continuous improvement opportunities with the goal of exceptional execution.
- Ensure the successful on-time and on-budget completion of commercial construction projects, overseeing project execution from initial planning through closeout while achieving financial and performance objectives.
- Oversee annual budgets, financial forecasts, project profitability, and construction billing processes, providing regular updates to the Senior Leadership Team on financial performance, project progress, and potential risks.
- Represent the company within industry associations to foster new business relationships, while managing and maintaining existing relationships.
- Oversee commercial workload planning and scheduling to align project commitments with available labour, equipment and operational resources.
- Lead strategic construction bidding and project pursuit decisions, evaluating project scope, profitability, risk, resource availability, and overall company capacity.
- Lead and inspire a team of 6 direct reports and 50 indirect reports.
- Participate as a member of Glass Canada senior leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and company decision making while working closely with other senior leaders to foster a one-team environment.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Construction industry experience is required, with a strong understanding of commercial construction project lifecycles, industry practices, and the coordination of trades and subcontractors.
- 7–10+ years of progressive experience in the commercial construction industry, including significant experience in project management, operations, and team leadership.
- Experience in the glazing, building envelope, or architectural systems industries is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated experience leading diverse departments and teams managing multiple projects of varying complexity.
- Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience in construction project budgeting, forecasting, cost control, progress billing, change-order management, and risk assessment.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
- Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with project management, scheduling, and financial reporting systems and tools.
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the belief that all incidents are preventable.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to customer sites, project locations, and industry meetings as required.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health Care Spending Account
- Annual Boot Allowance
- RRSP Program & Company Match
- Company BBQs
- Family-friendly environment
- Corporate Employee Discount Program
- Referral Program
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Charity Partnerships to connect with our Community
- Perkopolis and more!
Glass Canada provides accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires accommodation during the application or selection process, the hiring manager and Human Resources will work with the applicant to meet their accommodation needs.
This role is currently vacant and is being filled due to an existing position becoming available. Hybrid work opportunities may be available following the successful completion of the first three months of employment, based on the needs of the role and the business.
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