Director of Construction

2 weeks ago

canada ca Woodcliffe Landmark Properties Full time

Director of Construction

About the Position:

  • Location: 80 Portland Street, Toronto – Onsite
  • Role: Director, Construction
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Reports to: Vice President, Development

Woodcliffe Landmark Properties is seeking a Director of Construction to coordinate costing, contracting, permitting and construction, under the direction of the Vice President of Development. The role would oversee a wide variety of building typologies, including, luxury condominium, office redevelopment, purpose built rental and retail fit-out. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience leading comparable projects though the full development life cycle, design through to occupancy. The role will require a proven track record in negotiating construction contracts, managing the coordination of mechanical, civil, and structural engineers, building design coordination, and experience with trade relations and site management.

At Woodcliffe, we pride ourselves on being a best-in-class, entrepreneurial, and passionate developer. This role is ideal for a candidate eager to immerse themselves in highly unique, innovative, and architecturally driven construction and development while maintaining a pragmatic approach to cost-effectiveness and risk mitigation through creative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as Woodcliffe's day-to-day representative, managing construction projects.
  • Lead pre-construction engineering, costing, permitting and utility applications.
  • Develop and monitor project timelines, budgets, and quality to ensure successful delivery.
  • Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders throughout all phases of construction.
  • Review construction documents to ensure quality coordination and prevent design or execution challenges.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure safety compliance, and address issues proactively.
  • Oversee value engineering efforts.
  • Provide ongoing risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
  • Lead project meetings, providing status updates and ensuring alignment with ownership expectations.
  • Negotiate contracts and manage CO's, RFIs, Si's, with vendors and subcontractors.
  • Oversee post-construction efforts, including deficiencies, property management training, move-ins, customer care, technical audits
  • Lead the Customer Care/TARION relationship and management
  • Manage cash flow and project level budgets, act as liaison to the finance team;
  • Stay current on construction related codes and legislation

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience with a developer with experience in residential high rise, wood frame, and commercial fit out.
  • Post-secondary education in engineering, construction, project management, or a related field.
  • Deep knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and building codes.
  • Strong acumen using Microsoft Project, BAS systems, Procore, and Bluebeam
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and complex project scopes.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Adept at managing multiple stakeholders and fostering positive working relationships.

We Offer:

  • Competitive salary or commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 3 weeks vacation (plus office closed between Christmas and New Year, half-day Friday's on summer long-weekends)
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • An open, collaborative, and innovative work environment

If you are a self-starter with a passion for marketing and a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Note on location: Please note that this is an in-office position that requires applicants to be within commuting distance of Toronto. All candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

About Woodcliffe Landmark Properties

Woodcliffe is a boutique residential and commercial real estate development company. We sensitively restore and creatively realize remarkable developments that not only improve their neighbourhoods but elevate the city as a whole. Our skilled team is passionate about setting a new standard for intelligent, innovative, and considered design.

Woodcliffe's late founder, Paul Oberman, believed that neighbourhoods thrive when their architectural heritage is preserved and repurposed. Our revitalized developments serve as the backdrop for community interactions and are a testament to his philosophy of creating city-defining projects.

Today, this vision continues to serve as our guidepost even as our focus grows to encompass residential and mixed-use real estate development. We remain steadfast in our dedication to city-building through design-led projects, carefully stewarding the legacy of our built heritage.

For more information on Woodcliffe, visit www.woodcliffe.ca.

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