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Infrastructure Executive Director – Major Civil & PPP Projects

@ Canterra Group

British Columbia

Full-time15+ years experience
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Overview

Canterra Group is hiring a Project Director to lead large heavy civil and marine infrastructure projects, including bridges, tunnels, dams and wharves, from pre-construction through closeout. The role carries full financial and stakeholder accountability on projects valued above $100M, with a base salary of $190,000 to $260,000 plus an executive bonus, a vehicle allowance or company vehicle, health and dental benefits and RRSP matching.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead strategy for large heavy civil and marine projects
  • Manage budgets, forecasting, cost controls and risk
  • Build relationships with owners, agencies and partners
  • Ensure safe, on-schedule, compliant project delivery

Requirements summary:

  • 15+ years progressive heavy civil experience
  • Led bridge, tunnel, marine or dam projects over $100M
  • Civil engineering or construction management degree or diploma
  • P.Eng., PMP or Gold Seal an asset

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Health insuranceDentalRetirement plan
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Employer posting date
2026-10-13
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-13

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Job details

SeniorityDirector
DepartmentProject management
Experience15+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsP.Eng., PMP, Gold Seal
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (preferred)
Fields of studyCivil Engineering, Construction Management
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Performance bonus, Home office allowance

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Canterra Group

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Canterra Group is a boutique executive search firm specializing in the North American Real Estate Development sector. We work in partnership with award winning real estate developers in the residential and commercial sector to build high performance project team

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  • 43 Eglinton Ave E, Toronto, Ontario M4P 1A2, CA
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  • Canterra Group
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Canterra Group is a boutique executive search firm specializing in the North American Real Estate Development sector. We work in partnership with award winning real estate developers in the residential and commercial sector to build high performance project team

FieldValue
IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
Company size2-10 employees
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
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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.


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