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Project Director - Civil & Infrastructure

@ Pomerleau

Vancouver, British Columbia

On-siteFull-time10+ years experience
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Overview

Pomerleau is hiring a full-time Project Director for its Civil & Infrastructure team to lead large-scale civil projects from $1.5 million to over $1 billion. The role covers schedule and budget control, trade partner coordination, risk management, HSE leadership and team mentoring. The posting asks for 10+ years in civil construction and an engineering or related degree or diploma, with hybrid work for corporate roles and pay in the posted range for Ontario and British Columbia.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead delivery of large-scale civil and infrastructure projects
  • Develop and drive construction schedules and milestones
  • Plan, manage and control project budgets, costs and purchasing
  • Coordinate trade partners and manage risk
  • Ensure Quality Program compliance and HSE leadership on site

Requirements summary:

  • 10+ years in civil and infrastructure construction
  • 5+ years delivering full-cycle infrastructure projects
  • University degree or diploma in engineering or related field
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies and financial management
  • Knowledge of Canadian building codes and legislation
  • Proven team leadership and coaching experience

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Retirement plan
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Employer posting date
2026-07-01
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-19

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience10+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice, Client sites, Construction site
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyEngineering, Civil engineering
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Stock or equity, Transit support

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Pomerleau

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Redefining construction. Together. From concept to completion. Everywhere. Anytime. Without compromise.

Full company description

Pomerleau, whose revenues exceeded $4.8 billion in 2023, is one of the largest construction companies in Canada. It specializes in building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, undertaking major projects through alternative delivery methods. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into more than 80% of its projects and works sustainably to build the living environments of tomorrow. It is a family-owned company with human values, recognized as one of the 100 best employers in Canada. As a talent incubator and a trainer for the next generation, we encourage the development and growth of all our team members.

LinkedIn followers
143,379
People associated on LinkedIn
3,249
Reported office locations
  • 500 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montréal, Québec H2Y, CA
  • 521, 6E Avenue, St-Georges, Quebec G5Y0H1, CA
  • 99 Airport Rd, St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador A1A, CA
  • 1496 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, Nova Scotia B4A, CA
  • 562 Chemin Olivier, Lévis, Quebec G7A, CA
  • 343 Preston St, Ottawa, Ontario, CA
  • 185 The West Mall, Toronto, Ontario M9C, CA
  • 900 W Hastings St, 1100, Vancouver, Colombie-Britannique V6C, CA
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Energy
  • Real Estate
  • Construction, repair and maintenance
Other recorded names
  • Pomerleau
  • Pomerleu
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
Yes
Reported total investment
200,000,000

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Pomerleau, whose revenues exceeded $4.8 billion in 2023, is one of the largest construction companies in Canada. It specializes in building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, undertaking major projects through alternative delivery methods. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into more than 80% of its projects and works sustainably to build the living…

FieldValue
IndustryConstruction
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersMontréal, Québec
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1966
Open jobs on Jobsy347
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Job description
As a Project Director working in the Civil & Infrastructure team at Pomerleau Construction, your role will be essential in our ambitious initiatives to meet and exceed project goals, execution and workforce management. Leading the delivery of large-scale civil and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will collaborate with cross functional teams, architects, engineers, contractors and clients to ensure seamless execution of all projects. What you will do:

Proactively grow and maintain strong relationships with team members, trade partners, consultants and clients to achieve the project goals and vision.
Support your project management teams to develop and drive the construction schedule ensuring that completion dates and milestones are met and or exceeded.
Put your problem-solving skills to work and recommend innovative methods that will increase effectiveness and efficiency to ensure project excellence and productivity.
Use your proactive approach to ensure compliance with our first-class Quality Program.
Utilize your experience in trade partner selection and coordination of their activities.
Apply your financial management experience to plan, manage and respect project budgets, costs and associated purchasing.
Be both a mentor and role model to your project team, providing coaching and guidance to help them advance in their careers.
Act as the subject matter expert in risk management, ensuring any associated project risk is minimized.
Take pride in compiling and completing companywide project reports for executive teams and client groups.
Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environmental Protection on the project. Effectively applying the requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote Pomerleau’s HS&E standards, applicable OH&S acts, regulations and codes with all employees and trade partners on the project.

This role could be for you if you have:

10+ years of experience in the civil and infrastructure construction industry.
5+ years of experience delivering full-cycle civil infrastructure projects including bridges, tunnels, transportation, deep foundations, water infrastructure etc.
A University degree/diploma in Engineering or related field.
A strong business acumen and knowledge of project management methodologies, financial management, Canadian building codes and associated legislations.
A proven track record of team leadership and a knack for coaching and mentoring others.
Outstanding leadership and organizational skills with the ability to effectively influence others and successfully resolve a variety of client, project and technical issues to bring the project to successful completion.

Additional Assets Include:
Knowledge of the local market.
Experience working on a variety of large-scale government projects. • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.

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