Director of Construction

Director of Construction

About AviSina:

AviSina is a family-owned real estate development and property management company with a portfolio of privately held properties across Western Canada, primarily in BC’s Lower Mainland. We create and manage high-quality spaces that reflect the needs of the communities we serve—prioritizing thoughtful design, long-term value, and strong local relationships. Our dedicated team brings deep expertise, care, and a shared commitment to excellence in everything we do.

As we continue to expand, we’re seeking a skilled and motivated Director of Construction to h elp lead the construction side of our growing development pipeline.

Overview and Responsibilities:

The Director of Construction will act as AviSina’s owner representative across a variety of large-scale commercial and residential construction projects. This individual will oversee general contractors, manage project timelines and costs, review key documentation, and ensure that development goals are delivered with quality, safety, and efficiency. Reporting directly to ownership, the Director of Construction will also play a key role in building out AviSina’s internal construction capabilities, including assembling teams for in-house GC work on future projects. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the construction phase of projects from pre-construction through closeout, serving as the owner's representative.

• Coordinate and communicate with general contractors, consultants, trades and internal teams to keep projects on time, on budget, and aligned with design intent.

• Review and provide input on construction documents, RFPs, budgets, and change orders prior to tendering and throughout the project lifecycle.

• Monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards through site visits and regular reporting.

• Participate in contractor selection, contract negotiations, and consultant coordination.

• Identify risks and proactively resolve issues to avoid schedule delays and cost overruns.

• Manage project controls and reporting tools to track cost, schedule, and project milestones.

• Establish processes and teams to support future in-house general contracting operations, starting with smaller-scale projects.

• Mentor and build a construction team that aligns with AviSina’s long-term vision of vertically integrated project delivery.

• Collaborate with leadership to support long-term strategic planning, value engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications/Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in project management, with a strong background in real estate development

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

• Demonstrated success managing multi-million dollar commercial and/or residential projects from pre-construction through completion

• Experience acting as an owner's rep or working directly for a developer or construction management firm

• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies, building systems, codes, and contracts

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills

• Proficient with construction management software (Procore, MS Project, or similar)

• Prior experience building or leading internal construction teams is a strong asset

• A hands-on, proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

What we offer:

• Competitive salary range, based on experience

• Annual professional development and certification support

• Long-term growth opportunity into a leadership role within our in-house construction division

• Collaborative, supportive, and entrepreneurial work culture

• Generous vacation policy and additional office closures throughout the year

• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits

• The opportunity to directly shape how AviSina delivers projects and grows its construction platform

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.