Project Director

**General Information**:

- Job Location
- Halifax, NS
- Date Published
- 14-Aug-2025
- Department
- Senior Leadership
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Working Arrangement
- Hybrid, On-Site
- Role Type
- Full-Time
- Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.
- As a Project Director for Special Projects at Pomerleau Construction, your role will be pivotal in driving the success of specialized, competitive, and customized building projects typically under $10 million. You will lead strategic initiatives to meet and exceed project goals, focusing on innovation, quality, and efficiency. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, trade partners, consultants, and clients, particularly in the Halifax, Moncton, and St. John’s markets, you will ensure seamless execution of all special projects.
- What You Will Do:

- Drive strategic project success by developing, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with team members, trade partners, consultants, and clients, particularly in the Halifax, Moncton, and St. John’s markets.
- Engage with local business and industry associations to foster relationships and enhance the company's visibility.
- Procurement: In coordination with the Preconstruction department, actively participate in the estimation of all special projects. This includes:

- Developing and implementing procurement strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best terms and conditions.
- Managing the procurement process from initial request for proposal (RFP) through to contract award and delivery.
- Ensuring compliance with company policies, industry standard, and legal requirements.
- Collaborating with project managers to align procurement activities with project schedules and budgets.
- Collaborate with the proposal team to craft compelling and competitive proposals.
- Engage with local business and industry associations to foster relationships, enhance the company's visibility, and build long-term relationships with key clients to secure repeat business
- Lead with innovation and strategic thinking, building and guiding project management teams to develop and execute construction schedules that meet or exceed completion dates and milestones for projects under $10M.
- Champion innovative problem-solving methods to enhance effectiveness and efficiency, ensuring project excellence and productivity.
- Ensure top-tier quality compliance through a proactive approach, adhering to our first-class Quality Program.
- Strategically select and coordinate trade partners, leveraging extensive knowledge of the local market, including subcontractors.
- Oversee financial management by planning, managing, and respecting project budgets, costs, and associated purchasing.
- Oversee and manage the division's financial performance, including accountability for profit and loss (P&L) outcomes.
- Inspire and mentor your project team, providing coaching and guidance to help them advance in their careers.
- Act as a risk management expert, minimizing associated project risks through strategic oversight.
- Deliver comprehensive project reports for executive teams and client groups, showcasing project achievements and insights.

This role could be for you if you have:

- Minimum 10 years of experience building, managing and leading teams for projects under $10M.
- Experience developing business with both private and public clients in sectors such as university, recreation, wastewater treatment, water treatment, long-term care, healthcare, office buildings, and light industrial.
- A University degree/diploma in Engineering or a related field.
- Strong business acumen and knowledge of project management methodologies, financial management, Canadian building codes, and associated legislations.
- A proven track record of team leadership and a knack for coaching and mentoring others.
- The ability to effectively influence others and successfully resolve a variety of client, project, and technical issues.
- Previous experience with scheduling software.
- Vast knowledge of the local market, including subcontractors in the Halifax, Moncton, and St. John’s markets.
- An entrepreneurial mindset, with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Benefits
- RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
- Hybrid work model for corporate roles
- Employee stock ownership program
- Career growth through real development opportunities
- Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
- Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

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