Construction Manager

Your new company  

Hays Construction & Development is once again partnered with our long-term client, a well-known and respected GC in Ottawa. They are a well-established company that works in a variety of specialties in ICI and Civil construction. 

Your new role  

In this newly created role, as the Construction Manager, you will report to the Director of Construction and have chiefly responsibility for managing a group of Site Superintendents with a mandate to bring a more formalized process and procedure to the department and projects. This is a senior leadership role suited to a process-driven builder from a top-tier contractor environment who thrives on improving field operations and driving performance across projects.

Your day-to-day role will involve leading, mentoring, and holding accountable a team of 7 Site Superintendents.

• Oversee 5–7 active projects ($2M–$100M; typical $30M–$50M)
• Drive schedule, quality, safety, and budget performance
• Implement standardized processes, SOPs, and lean construction tools 
• Strengthen field execution, planning discipline, and QA/QC controls
• Allocate field resources and support unionized self-performing crews
• Act as General Superintendent on key projects when required
• Coordinate with PMs, clients, consultants, and subs to keep projects on track

What you'll need to succeed  

To be considered for this vital role, you should bring at least 10+ years in construction, with strong Site Superintendent experience on $30M+ projects.

• Background in ICI and/or civil infrastructure
• Experience managing multiple projects and field teams
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, QA/QC, and lean construction
• Experience in union environments (preferred)
• Degree/diploma in construction, engineering, or similar (asset)

What you'll get in return  

There is a very good compensation and benefits plan for you with this top-tier employer, bonusable position and very good employment benefits. 

What you need to do now  

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.