Team Leader, Construction Services

Join to apply for the Team Leader, Construction Services role at Defence Construction Canada Who Can Apply? Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public) Salary Range $91,826 - $119,370 Employment Status Continuing Security Level Secret Language Requirement English Essential Closing Date 22/11/2025 Country Canada Role Summary The Team Leader, Construction Services ensures the quality of service delivery within the service line at a site with a small to medium-sized construction program. The incumbent ensures compliance with service line policies and procedures, manages contract-related risks, leads a team of professionals, manages human resources responsibilities, handles Client-Partner relationships, and develops creative solutions to ensure collaboration and quality and timeliness of deliverables. Key and Periodic Activities The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive: Primary Responsibilities Oversee a team managing construction, professional services and service contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and DCC contract management policies and processes Solve complex problems within delegated authority Facilitate contract-related coordination and communications between stakeholders (e.g., contractors, consultants, Client-Partners) Promote and manage business development opportunities Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC and with industry, the Client Partners and/or stakeholders Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations Manage risk Perform human resources functions (e.g., coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources, and manage performance) Other Duties Other duties as assigned Skills General and Specific Knowledge Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in construction, architecture and engineering Best practices and trends in financial management and human resources management Procurement mechanisms Project, contract and risk management principles Health and safety management Formal Education And/or Certification(s) And Experience Minimum: college diploma in engineering, architecture or related field with five years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent Abilities Use applicable computer software and operating systems Apply project, contract and risk management techniques Demonstrate leadership and human resources management skills Development and Leadership Lead and manage direct reports Provide functional direction and advice to other employees and to Client-Partners Working Conditions Typical office environment with occasional travel Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment Benefits Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary. Your Package Includes Health and Wellness 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans Home and Family Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home Leave and Retirement Public-service pension Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans Required: Security Clearance The appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment and it is the candidate’s or employee’s responsibility to ensure they are able to obtain and maintain their required security level clearance. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate level of security clearance means either the candidate or employee will not receive a job offer, the conditional offer will be rendered null and void or their employment will be terminated with cause. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates or employees considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as criminal record checks, reference checks, previous employment, open source checks, credit/financial status. DCC Code of Business Conduct DCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. New employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees also must review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and complete the Annual Update once a year. Diversity and Inclusion Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information. Accommodation We provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email careers@dcc-cdc.gc.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr