Alliance Director

Alliance Director (Greater Toronto Area, ON)Kenaidan and Murphy are excited to announce a joint venture dedicated to bringing global innovation to infrastructure projects across Ontario.
Who we are:
Founded in 1974, Kenaidan continues to be a fixture as a dynamic construction firm dedicated to creating structures that will contribute to the well‑being of our community and enhance the fabric of our communities for years to come. Our confidence in our expertise and passion for our work has allowed us to deliver an array of projects with unmatched precision, quality, and efficiency. From general contracting to construction management, we deploy a collaborative approach, embedding innovation and sustainability into every project.
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Murphy operates in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America as a leading international specialist engineering and construction company. Founded in 1951, we are committed to improving life through delivering world‑class infrastructure, providing engineered solutions across transportation, natural resources, energy, and water sectors. With around 4,000 engineers, professional managers, and skilled operatives internationally, we work together as One Murphy to ensure project success.
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We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees’ work‑life balance with a competitive compensation package including:Top wagesBenefit coverage for you and your dependentsEmployer RRSP contributions (no match required)Paid Time Off
We currently have an opening in
Toronto, ON for an:
Alliance DirectorThe Alliance Director is responsible to lead the successful delivery of large, complex transit infrastructure projects within a collaborative (alliancing) delivery model. This role is accountable for bringing together client, partner, and internal teams under a unified governance structure to deliver safe, high‑quality outcomes on time and on budget.
This role will play a critical leadership role in shaping alliance behaviours, driving integration across all parties, and ensuring performance aligns with shared objectives and target outcomes.
How will you contribute to the team?To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
Alliance Leadership & GovernanceAct as the senior leader within the alliance, ensuring alignment across client, JV partners, and key stakeholdersEstablish and embed alliance governance, decision‑making frameworks, and performance metricsPromote a high‑performing, transparent, and collaborative “one team” culture
Strategic Delivery & PerformanceLead the delivery of large‑scale infrastructure programs, ensuring safety, schedule, quality, and financial targets are achievedOversee integrated project planning, design development, and execution from early design through to handoverDrive continuous improvement through lean methodologies, innovation, and best practices
Client & Stakeholder ManagementBuild and maintain strong, trust‑based relationships with the client and external stakeholdersAct as the primary interface for strategic matters, risk resolution, and performance alignmentEnsure effective coordination with regulatory bodies, community stakeholders, and adjacent property owners
Commercial & Risk ManagementOversee target cost performance, risk/reward mechanisms, and alliance commercial frameworksLead the identification and management of risks and opportunities across the programEnsure robust change control, forecasting, and financial governance
Team Leadership & Capability BuildingLead, inspire, and develop multi‑disciplinary teams across alliance partnersFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous developmentSupport succession planning and capability building within the organization
Safety & SustainabilityChampion a strong safety culture and visible leadershipEnsure all works are delivered in a safe, environmentally responsible, and compliant manner
Qualifications & Experience:Minimum 15–20 years of progressive experience in construction management, with major transit, rail, or underground infrastructure projects.Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field;
Chartered/Professional designation preferredExtensive experience leading major infrastructure projects (transit/rail preferred)Proven leadership within alliancing, joint venture, or collaborative delivery modelsStrong understanding of:
Progressive design‑build and target cost modelsProject controls, forecasting, and risk managementComplex urban construction (e.G., live transit environments, underground works)
Exceptional leadership and stakeholder influence at executive levelsStrong commercial acumen with experience in alliance financial frameworksCollaborative mindset with the ability to align diverse partnersStrategic thinker with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilityHigh emotional intelligence and ability to build trust across teams
Think you're the right fit?We are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
The KMJV does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies, employment services or head hunters that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Any resume or other information received from an agency not approved by us will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered. We will not pay any referral, placement or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.
We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a management positionThis is a full time position
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