Construction Lot Lead

Date: Oct 17, 2025

Location:
St. Thomas, CA

Company: PowerCo Canada Inc.

Level of Experience: Professionals

Job Function: Operations

Job ID: 4261

Our Story and Why We're Growing

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group's largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it's a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You'll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us

About the Role

The Construction Project Manager will oversee the development for the greenfield construction of a large-scale manufacturing plant in Ontario, Canada including . The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing building construction in industrial or manufacturing settings. This role demands a leader with strong technical expertise who can successfully deliver the infrastructure scope while ensuring the construction schedule, budget and maintain project integrity with highest standards of safety, quality, environmental compliance, and sustainability.. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and implementing changes within the project, ensuring adherence to relevant standards, and maintaining clear communication among stakeholders.

This position is in-person and located in the charming town of St. Thomas ON.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and accountability for all building construction activities, aligning scope, schedule, MEP, Structural, Equipment, Installation and budget with project and organizational goals.
• Develop and oversee integrated construction plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with project objectives and lifecycle milestones.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and design consultants to deliver optimized, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that support long-term operations and regulatory requirements.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, serving as the primary liaison between project leadership, contractors, subcontractors, and external partners to ensure alignment and timely decision-making.
• Monitor construction activities through site inspections and progress reviews, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Provide regular strategic updates to senior management, highlighting progress, risks, and recommendations to maintain transparency and drive informed decisions.

• Report regularly to senior management on progress, risks, and milestones, providing data-driven insights and recommendations for decision-making.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across multidisciplinary teams, embedding safety, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.

What you bring to the Team

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering

• 10+ years of progressive experience leading construction works on large-scale greenfield and brownfield projects, particularly in industrial and manufacturing environments.

• Deep expertise in construction regulations, codes, and industry standards, with a proven ability to ensure compliance and best practices.

• Proven leadership capability, with experience managing complex, multimillion-euro projects and guiding multidisciplinary teams toward successful delivery.

Power Perks

• Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.

• Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don't need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.

• Opportunities for development

• Relocation Support

• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.

• Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.

• Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.

Company: PowerCo Canada Inc.

Location:
St. Thomas, CA

Job Function: Operations

Level of Experience: Professionals

Job ID: 4261

PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquartered in Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.