Director Of New Construction

Northland Properties Corporation is looking for a Director of New Construction!

Northland is growing! With the goal of adding 50 hotels and numerous restaurants to its current portfolio of hospitality assets over the next decade, Northland will be ambitiously pursuing new build opportunities. The Director of New Construction will be a key contributor in achieving these plans for growth.

Why join us?

Northland Properties is recognized throughout Canada as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, sports, and construction. We are the force behind such brands as Sandman Hotel Group, The Sutton Place Hotels, Moxie's Grill & Bar, Chop Steakhouse & Bar, Denny's Restaurants, Shark Club Sports Bar, Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, The Dallas Stars, Grouse Mountain, and Northland Asset Management Company. Northland Properties Corporation is a 100% Canadian-owned company with a home office in Vancouver, BC. It has over 200 outlets nationwide, with additional locations in the UK and USA, collectively employing over 12,000 talented individuals.

What do you get?

• Contribute to a unique construction model focused on teamwork and cooperation
• Flexible schedule, with possibility of hybrid work.
• HumanaCare free mental health support & counselling
• ½ price passes/lift tickets at Grouse Mountain and Revelstoke Mountain Resort for up to 4 people
• Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) after a year of employment.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Company Cell Phone or monthly reimbursement.
• Be a valued member of a team in an organization with unparalleled opportunities
• 25% discount at selected restaurants for up to 6 people
• Collaborative, friendly working environment with a fun and inclusive culture
• Employee discounts across the Northland-owned hotels and resorts.
• Extended family Health care, including vision, dental, and Group Life Insurance.

What will you be responsible for?

Your Duties Will Include The Following

As Director of New Construction, you'll be an integral part of our Design & Construction Leadership Team. Reporting to the VP of Construction & Design, you will be responsible for the ongoing construction of the Northland Properties Development Pipeline for New Build Hotels and Restaurants, leading a team of Project Managers, Sr. Site Leadership, Site Superintendents and other key site management personnel, and acting as liaison with our operations teams and all Support Centre functional teams.

• Establish and maintain a process to assess project performance and communicate opportunities and challenges with the appropriate stakeholders.
• Support the growth and development of company culture and professionally represent Northland Properties.
• Foster a winning team culture of accountability among Support Center staff, Operations, and Site Teams.
• Manage project management calendar to achieve goals.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for Construction aspects from project inception to completion.
• Develop and implement plans to deliver approved development projects and improve Construction Group effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain a process for assessing project performance and communicating opportunities and challenges.
• Regularly visit construction sites to evaluate performance and quality.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry regulations and standards.
• Partner with the VP of Construction and Design to plan and implement a short-, mid- and long-term Construction Strategy for the execution of new Construction Group projects.
• Create and maintain an environment of trust, support, and open information sharing consistent with Northland Properties Purpose and Values.
• Create QA/QC process for Construction to ensure compliance with approved drawings and local requirements.
• Manage documentation and approvals aligned with project schedules.
• Provide leadership support for driving new initiatives into the business.
• Interview, hire and oversee training and development of staff of Project Managers, Senior Site Leadership, Superintendents and other key site personnel.
• Partner with the Construction & Design Leadership Team to create a high-performance environment focused on mentoring and growth.

What are we looking for?

• Demonstrates a positive attitude, strong emotional intelligence, high energy with good initiative and a strong work ethic.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in the construction industry, including management of multiple projects of $25 MM or more, from start to finish.
• Residing in or willing to relocate to Vancouver, BC
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Construction Management or equivalent experience in the field.
• Proven experience in leadership roles, with the ability to build and lead high-performance cross-functional teams and foster a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and growth within the organization.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-evolving environment with multiple priorities.
• Expertise in ground-up hotels and high-rise hotel/condo projects would be viewed favourably.
• Familiarity with construction management systems like Procore or CEM and good working knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel across Canada and into the United States for site visits.

Job Location: Head Office - Vancouver, BC

• We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with Northland Properties. However, only those selected will be contacted.