About the Opportunity

A well-established and growing mechanical contractor is seeking an experienced Director of Construction to provide strategic leadership across multiple commercial, institutional, and industrial projects. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for overseeing construction operations, developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and ensuring successful project delivery from pre-construction through close-out.

Salary & Perks:

- $180,000 - $230,000 base salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Pension/RRSP program
- Company vehicle allowance
- Cell phone and laptop provided
- Paid vacation and personal days

Ideal Candidate:

- Mechanical construction leader with a strong background in plumbing, HVAC, or piping systems
- Proven experience managing project managers, site supervisors, and field operations teams
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive profitability and operational performance
- Comfortable building client relationships and supporting business development activities
- Experienced delivering large-scale construction projects from planning through warranty

Role Requirements:

- 10+ years of mechanical construction experience
- 5+ years in a senior leadership or operations management role
- Strong understanding of project delivery, scheduling, estimating, forecasting, and risk management
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction contracts
- Experience leading commercial, institutional, or industrial projects
- Plumbing trade background, plumbing licence,



or significant plumbing construction experience strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead all construction operations across multiple projects
- Oversee project performance, budgets, schedules, safety, and quality standards
- Mentor and develop Project Managers, Coordinators, and Site Supervisors
- Drive operational improvements, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage client relationships and act as the senior escalation point for project issues
- Support recruitment, workforce planning, and team development
- Collaborate with estimating, VDC, prefabrication, and accounting teams
- Ensure accurate forecasting, margin protection, and project profitability

Why Join?

- Executive-level opportunity with significant influence on company growth and direction
- Lead a respected construction team with a strong project pipeline
- High visibility role with direct impact on operational success and profitability
- Opportunity to shape company culture, processes, and future leadership talent
- Competitive compensation package and long-term career growth potential

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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#1126464 - Ryan Cobb

📌 Director of Mechanical Construction (Ottawa)
🏢 Hays
📍 Ottawa