Fortis Construction Group Inc. is one of Ontario’s leading general contractors. We believe passionately in the power of projects that shape the future and challenge the status quo. Our team is led by a collection of expert senior industry professionals with the common goal of significantly improving the way construction projects are delivered. Fortis Construction Group Inc. is a place that people love to come to work every day and are passionate about the work we do.

Fortis Group is seeking a Director of Construction to join our team. The Director of Construction will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure all construction projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Working collaboratively with the project delivery team, this role will be responsible for managing and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, communication, and excellence across all phases of project execution.

The Director of Construction will oversee multiple project managers, superintendents, and support staff, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities to ensure consistent project delivery standards. This role will also play a key part in resource planning, workload distribution, and talent management to align staffing with project needs and company goals.

In addition, the Director of Construction will develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress and proactively addressing challenges. They will report to and work collaboratively with the VP of Operations to establish, refine,



and implement project management procedures and protocols that support Fortis’ commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Be an ambassador of Fortis Construction Group Inc. both internally and externally

Mentor, coach, and supervise junior project managers and other members of the project team(s)

Ensure projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule

Develop, recommend, and implement the project plan and schedule

Establish and maintain strong and effective relationships with owner, architect, consultants, subcontractors, building authorities, regulatory agencies and public

Setting up project reporting procedures (cost reports – labour and material, site office procedures, document drawing control)

Providing performance status reports regarding cost forecast, schedule, and safety

Understanding and enforcing contractual responsibilities, contract documents and resolving disputes

Identify required and optional changes in project scope; Preparing / verifying of progress payments to owner and subcontractors, and monitoring progress

Meeting manager/chair of project meetings

Involved in all facets of project close-out, including archiving of documents, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work

Developing and ensuring compliance with quality control plan and establishing site action teams as necessary

Monitor and control progress,



costs and budgets throughout the project ensuring project profitability

Act to resolve disputes between the Company and owner/subcontractors when possible prior to escalating; manage claims and claims avoidance

Be responsible to ensure Fortis Construction Group Inc’s safety program is being followed at a project level

Liaising with building authorities and regulatory agencies as required.

Perform other duties as assigned to meet business unit and corporate objectives

Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related engineering or construction management discipline

Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in project management from project pursuit to project closeout, overseeing commercial construction projects (hard bid, AFP and/or negotiated)

Previous management experience within a mid – large general contractor; experience in a unionized environment an asset

Eng and/or LEED certifications an asset

Ability to read blueprints, schematics, field drawings and plans

A solid understanding of all construction trades and construction techniques

Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances, and legislation, including OH&S; regulations and Building Codes

Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures.

Familiarity with Labor relations and collective agreement management.

Familiarity with project accounting systems, Viewpoint an asset.

Fortis Construction Group Inc. is an equal chance employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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📌 Independent Contractor - Construction Manager (Windsor)
🏢 Fortis Construction Group
📍 Windsor