Hughes Collective is pleased to present an exciting opportunity on behalf of our client.

Position Title: Construction Director

Location: Saskatchewan

Employment Type: Full-Time

Our Client  

Our client is an innovative industrial constructor influencing the future of large-scale projects across Canada. With each project, they expand their reach, grow their expertise, and strengthen their reputation as a leader in the field. What truly defines them is a commitment to building people and partnerships, creating a culture where leadership is nurtured and legacies are formed. 

For those who join their journey, this experience will be both demanding and rewarding as you contribute to projects push boundaries and challenge convention. Beyond concrete and steel, you will grow as a leader, surrounded by a culture that values mentorship, collaboration, and personal development.  

The Opportunity  

The role of Construction Director represents more than oversight, it is leadership with influence as you lead at scale, bringing vision and authority to some of Canada’s most ambitious industrial projects. You will seamlessly balance strategy with day-to-day execution, resolving challenges with solid judgment, and ensuring every decision keeps projects moving forward. 

Your leadership will serve as a catalyst for alignment across managers, crews, stakeholders, and executives. Each choice you make will balance immediate outcomes with long-term impact, reinforcing the company’s reputation for excellence, safety and innovation. 

This is an opportunity to apply decades of expertise and influence the trajectory of industrial construction. 

Key Responsibilities  

As Construction Director, you will work collaboratively and are responsible for: 

• Providing leadership and guidance to construction managers and teams, coordinating their efforts, and fostering a collaborative environment. 
• Defining comprehensive construction strategies and timelines to align with broader business strategy. 
• Reviewing construction methodologies, schedules, quality standards, and safety compliance, making informed decisions to resolve challenges. 
• Overseeing budgets, allocating financial and other resources efficiently, and ensuring cost-effectiveness throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and making critical decisions to keep projects on track. 
• Serving as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates, managing expectations, and maintaining strong relationships 
• Tracking project progress, analyzing performance, and providing regular reports and feedback to project managers, senior management, and external parties. 
• Making crucial decisions regarding project direction, resources, and problem-solving to ensure project goals are met. 
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the project. 

Qualifications  

As Construction Director, you will possess the following qualities: 

The Essentials (Hard Skills): 

• 15+ years of progressive experience in industrial construction, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role. 
• Degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a Journeyperson trades certification (or equivalent technical background). 
• Proven track record managing large-scale industrial projects; mining sector experience considered an asset. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction practices, materials, mathematics, and estimating principles. 
• Ability to anticipate risks and implement effective risk management strategies. 
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The Intangibles (Soft Skills): 

• Unwavering commitment to health and safety, with success in fostering a strong safety-first culture. 
• Skilled in conflict management, negotiation, and labour relations. 
• Exceptional leadership presence with a passion for mentoring and developing future leaders. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire teams and build trust with clients and stakeholders. 

About the Collective 

At Hughes Collective, we don’t just recruit, we revolutionize how talent meets opportunity. We’re not in the business of filling roles; we’re in the business of transforming careers and powering businesses with bold, game-changing hires. 

For candidates, this isn’t just about your next job, it’s about uncovering your passions, amplifying your strengths, and unlocking your potential. We’re here to connect you to a career that excites, inspires, and fuels your future. 

This isn’t recruitment as usual, this is Hughes Collective. Bold. Authentic. Unapologetically different. Your next move starts here.