Coldbox specializes in the Plan. Design. Build. of environmentally controlled manufacturing and logistics facilities for the global food and pharmaceutical industries. Our engineering and construction teams work as a single source to create practical construction solutions that meet regulatory requirements, maximize energy and production efficiencies, and deliver on clients expectations.

We are currently seeking Director of Project Delivery (ICI and Commercial Building Construction) to join our rapidly growing companyin Burlington, Ontario.

As we continue to grow and mature our business operations and processes, we require an experienced and driven individual to lead and coordinate our Project Delivery and Field (construction) programs and teams and to be accountable for overall Project Delivery success.

The Director of Project Delivery will have that accountability, ensuring excellence in our project planning, management, and execution. This is a key role reporting to the President and sitting on the Operations Management Team. A key requirement of the role is to ensure our project delivery teams have the leadership and support they need and are held accountable for delivering project success which in turn will generate repeat business and referrals while maximizing our profitability on each project.

The Key Accountabilities for the role are:

• Client satisfaction
• Projects delivered on schedule
• Projects delivered on budget
• Ensuring a culture of safety
• Maximizing profitability through efficient and effective procurement and resource management
• Leading and developing project delivery team members
• Partnering with executive team to grow the business through client relationships, repeat work, and strategic expansion in Canada and the US.

To achieve this, the Director will be experienced and proficient at:

• Consistently providing inspiring leadership to program and project teams and management
• Providing financial oversight and direction at the program and project level
• Understanding and communicating key financial data and metrics
• Ensuring accurate and timely project reporting
• Conducting monthly project review profit and loss (P&L) meetings (with Finance) to ensure that Project Delivery teams are held accountable for their projects consistently remaining on track
• Assessing and developing project delivery team members
• Conducting regular performance reviews and providing honest & direct feedback
• Effectively communicating the needs and capabilities of the project delivery team to the President and other Operations management team members.
• Actively leading or participating in annual business planning activities
• Collaborating with the Sales & Pre-Con teams in the development and kick-off of new projects
• Anticipating vendor, client, consultant, and regulator issues and avoiding or mitigating escalation
• Providing technical assistance in various aspects of greenfield or brownfield projects including interpreting scope requirements, contract management, issue resolution, project & site management
• Accurately reviewing & approving physical completion onsite with % completion billed
• Providing hands-on training of Project Cost Management to new or inexperienced team members (ECAC, Job Costing, budget codes, etc.)
• Understanding when to remain high-level & when to be hands-on project by project
• Identifying resource and/or skill deficiencies and gaps across the team
• With HR, recruiting talented individuals to augment the capability and capacity of the team
• Liaise with clients and consultants as the executive representative on major projects to reinforce Coldbox's reputation for excellence.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain clarity under pressure.

To deliver on the expectations of the role the Sr. Director should possess:

• A strong drive to win and capture market share as per the strategic plan and priorities
• Demonstrated success leading profitable projects and teams while delivering high client satisfaction
• 10+ years' experience in all major facets of project delivery including technical expertise in the hands-on delivery of Greenfield and Brownfield construction
• Experience delivering multiple projects in the $2-20 MM range and several in the $20-80 MM range

Additionally, the Director should possess and/or be responsible for developing:

• A well-developed network of ICI trades & vendors withing the GTA
• A well-developed network of PXs, PMs and PCs for future recruitment needs

This is an important organizational role directly contributing to maintaining and augmenting Coldbox reputation as a high-quality builder that performs as promised crucial to ensuring repeat business and strong referrals and ensuring maximum project profitability.

It is also a critical leadership role responsible for fostering and sustaining high morale among the project delivery team, inspiring and maintaining a strong sense of OneTeam among the operations group and recruiting and developing a consistent pipeline of talent for the organization.

Demonstrated success in the role will position the incumbent for future executive leadership opportunities with the company.

PMP certification is highly desirable.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in construction project delivery, with a focus on ICI and cold storage design-build projects.
• Strong financial acumen with proven P&L management experience and ability to interpret cost reports and project performance metrics.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing project teams and field operations simultaneously.
• Extensive knowledge of project delivery standards, including procurement, scheduling, and constructability.
• Familiarity with Canadian building codes and cold chain design regulations (e.g. OBC, CFIA, CSA).
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., CMiC, Procore, MS Project).
• PMP certification preferred; other construction management or engineering credentials are an asset.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and mentorship skills.

Based in beautiful Burlington, Ontario, Coldbox offers:

• Competitive Salary
• Benefit Program / RRSP Matching
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Highly collaborative work environment
• Training and development opportunities

Coldbox is committed to maintaining and supporting a safe work environment for all employees, sub-contractors, suppliers, or clients and other site visitors. We offer a friendly, culturally diverse and energetic work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, social activities, team-building events, and career development opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome a diversity of applicants. CBB will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.