Project Director

Job Location

• Halifax, NS
• Montreal, QC
• Quebec, QC

Date Published

28-Nov-2025

Department

Project Management

Employment Type

Permanent

Working Arrangement

Hybrid, Rotation, On-Site

Role Type

Full-Time

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

As a Project Director working in the Civil & Infrastructure team at Pomerleau Construction, your role will be essential in our ambitious initiatives to meet and exceed project goals, execution and workforce management. Managing large-scale building and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will collaborate with cross functional teams, architects, engineers, contractors and clients to ensure seamless execution of all projects.

What you will do :

• Proactively grow and maintain strong relationships with team members, trade partners, consultants and clients to achieve the project goals and vision.
• Support your project management teams to develop and drive the construction schedule ensuring that completion dates and milestones are met and or exceeded.
• Put your problem-solving skills to work and recommend innovative methods that will increase effectiveness and efficiency to ensure project excellence and productivity.
• Use your proactive approach to ensure compliance with our first-class Quality Program.
• Utilize your experience in trade partner selection and coordination of their activities.
• Apply your financial management experience to plan, manage and respect project budgets, costs and associated purchasing.
• Be both a mentor and role model to your project team, providing coaching and guidance to help them advance in their careers.
• Act as the subject matter expert in risk management, ensuring any associated project risk is minimized.
• Take pride in compiling and completing companywide project reports for executive teams and client groups.
• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environmental Protection on the project. Effectively applying the requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote Pomerleau's HS&E standards, applicable OH&S acts, regulations and codes with all employees and trade partners on the project.

This role could be for you if you have :

• 8-10+ years of experience working on large-scale construction projects.
• A University degree/diploma in Engineering or related field.
• A strong business acumen and knowledge of project management methodologies, financial management, Canadian building codes and associated legislations.
• Experience in the construction industry with a strong knowledge of project methodologies, financial management, as well as building codes and associated legislations.
• A proven track record of team leadership and a knack for coaching and mentoring others.
• A strong ability to effectively influence others and successfully resolve a variety of client, project and technical issues.
• Previous experience with scheduling software.

Additional Asset

• Willingness to travel and work on projects across the province and outside Quebec.

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

For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.