Director of Construction (British Columbia)

Director of Construction (British Columbia)

15 Aug
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Troika Management
|
British Columbia

15 Aug

Troika Management

British Columbia

Join the TROIKA Team –
Building Sustainable Communities for Over 25Years!
At TROIKA we're not just about building structures – we’re about creating sustainable communities that future generations can call home. For over two decades, we’ve been one of Western Canada’s most forward-thinking, future-focused land and real estate development companies, driving every aspect of community creation from land acquisition and construction to sales, marketing, and property management where families and communities can thrive.

At TROIKA, you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a place to grow and succeed. We celebrate your passion for excellence, support your growth, and create a culture where teamwork drives success. From master planned communities to residential multi- and single-family developments to commercial buildings, renovations/tenant improvements, to providing full-service property management, every aspect of our business is an opportunity to make an impact and leave your mark.

What we offer to help you thrive:

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid training and professional development

Additional paid time off

Performance bonus program

At TROIKA, we’re building more than just Sustainable Communities – we’re building careers, innovation, and opportunities. If you’re passionate about real estate development and construction, excited to grow with a team committed to collaboration, quality, innovation and ready to help us build a legacy of excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Your future starts here.Let’sbuild something extraordinary together.

Description of Position:
Reporting to the Vice President of Construction, the Director of Construction is a key member of Troika’s Senior Management Team and provides operational leadership across Troika’s construction portfolio, including multifamily residential, single-family and custom homes, commercial, mixed-use, and institutional projects.

Working in close partnership with the Vice President of Construction, the Director is responsible for translating Troika’s construction strategy into consistent operational execution across the portfolio. The role provides leadership and oversight to Project Management, Construction Administration, Site Operations, Safety, Quality Assurance, and Pre-Construction, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, on schedule, within approved budgets, and in accordance with Troika’s quality and performance standards.

The Director is accountable not only for successful project delivery, but also for strengthening the overall capability and scalability of Troika Construction. This includes developing high-performing teams and future leaders, establishing clear operating standards and accountability, improving construction systems and processes, strengthening cost and schedule controls, and driving continuous improvement across the business.

As Troika continues to grow, the Director will play an important role in ensuring the construction platform, leadership capacity, and operational disciplines evolve to support an increasingly diverse and complex project pipeline. The Director will also contribute to client and partner relationships, risk management, resource planning, and the identification and implementation of opportunities to improve construction performance and profitability.

The Director works collaboratively across Investments & Development, Finance, Property Management, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Executive Leadership to ensure alignment from pre-construction through project delivery and turnover.



The role also partners closely with the Business Development Manager to evaluate opportunities, support client relationships, and advance Troika Construction’s strategic growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership

Contribute to and execute TCL’s annual business plan, as directed by the VP of Construction.

Establish departmental objectives, KPIs and operational priorities.

Develop construction capacity to support Troika’s long-term growth plans across all product types.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across construction operations.

Build a scalable organizational structure capable of supporting multiple concurrent projects.

Operational Excellence
Provide operational oversight of all projects from feasibility through warranty, including:

Pre-Development

Design Development

Pre-Construction

Procurement

Construction

Occupancy

Warranty

Across multifamily, single-family/custom homes, commercial, mixed-use, and institutional developments, ensure every project delivers:

Safety

Schedule

Budget

Quality

Client Satisfaction

Financial Leadership
Accountable for the financial performance of assigned projects and departmental operations, including:

Annual operating budget

Gross profit

Construction margins

Overhead management

Cash flow forecasting

Cost reporting

Change management

Risk mitigation

Work closely with Finance to improve forecasting accuracy and project reporting. Operate within signing authority delegated by the VP of Construction [INSERT: signing authority threshold], escalating expenditures beyond delegated limits for VP approval.

Pre-Construction Leadership
Lead the organization's pre-construction process by ensuring:

Constructability reviews

Design coordination

Value engineering

Procurement strategies

Class A budget development

Schedule development

Risk assessments

Partner with Development during planning to maximize project value. Own development of the Basis of Estimate through validation, reconciliation, and internal challenge, presenting a decision-ready Class A budget package to the VP of Construction for approval.

Construction Operations
Provide senior leadership oversight of:

Project Managers

Sr. Estimator

Site Superintendents

Construction Coordinators

Construction Administration

Safety

Consultants

Major subcontractors

Ensure consistency in project delivery through standardized operating procedures and best practices.

People Leadership
Build a high-performance construction organization by:

Hiring exceptional talent

Coaching Project Managers

Developing future leaders

Conducting performance reviews

Succession planning

Building accountability

Supporting employee development

Champion Troika's TRIBE Values throughout the department.

Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as the senior construction representative for:

Owners

Investors

Municipalities

Consultants

Indigenous communities

Utility providers

Strategic subcontractors

Maintain strong relationships while proactively resolving complex issues.

Business Development
Work alongside and support the Business Development Manager (BDM)



on strategic pursuits, while leading business development activity at the project level, including:

Maintain client relationship continuity on active and upcoming projects

Collaborating with the BDM on strategic industry relationships

Support proposals and presentations

Support the BDM in improving market visibility

Identify project-level opportunities for repeat and referral business

Monitor market trends relevant to active project pipelines

Health, Safety & Quality
Provide senior leadership for:

COR compliance

WorkSafe compliance

Safety culture

Quality assurance

Deficiency management

Continuous improvement

Promote zero lost-time incidents.

Governance & Reporting
Develop executive reporting including:

Project dashboards

Schedule performance

Budget variance

Cash flow

Risk registers

Change orders

Resource utilization

Forecasted completion

Department KPIs

Provide monthly reporting to the VP of Construction, and as directed, to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in:

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Engineering

Architecture

Equivalent industry experience considered.

Professional designations considered an asset:

Gold Seal Certification

PMP

P.Eng.

Red Seal Carpenter

LEED Accreditation

Experience — Required

15+ years progressive construction leadership

Minimum 8 years leading Project Managers

Experience managing multiple concurrent projects exceeding $250M in combined value

Experience with single & multifamily wood frame/concrete construction

Commercial and institutional construction experience

Design-build delivery experience

Financial accountability for departmental budgets

Senior leadership experience

Experience — Preferred / Asset

Design-build delivery experience

Single-family or custom home construction experience

Technical Competencies
Strong knowledge of:

BC Building Code

Municipal approvals

Contract law

Procurement

Construction estimating

Project controls

Risk management

Scheduling

Value engineering

Cost management

Software

Procore

Microsoft Project

Sage

Bluebeam

Excel

Microsoft 365

Leadership Competencies
The successful candidate demonstrates:

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Financial literacy

Sound judgement

Decisive leadership

Change management

Coaching and mentoring

Relationship building

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Accountability

Operational excellence

Travel
Regular travel may be required across Troika’s Western Canada markets as project and business needs require.

Troika Developments is committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups.

* Disclaimer– this list is not comprehensive, and other tasks not mentioned may be required as dictated by changing business conditions which may trigger changes to job responsibilities.

** This Job description is not an employment contract.

Work Schedule
Standard schedule: Monday to Friday
Flexibility required for emergencies, and seasonal demands.

Rate of Pay

Salary $149,000 - $195,000

The total compensation package includes:

Extended Health, Dental, and RRSP Matching (for eligible employees).

A focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs.

A dynamic and collaborative work setting with growth potential.

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📌 Director of Construction (British Columbia)
🏢 Troika Management
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