Chef d’équipe, Services de construction in Halifax

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) invites you to consider joining our team. DCC is a dynamic Crown corporation operating in a fast-paced environment, serving clients including the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated construction professional to lead the execution of the following major capital project in Halifax: Recapitalisation of the NB Jetty and Karlsen Wharf. This project involves the replacement of the NB Jetty and Karlsen Wharf at the Canadian Forces Base Halifax to develop modernized marine facilities that will support current and future operations of the Royal Canadian Navy. It is a multi-year, high-value capital project executed under a design-bid-build approach. The incumbent will also support and/or lead the development and execution of other future major maritime infrastructure projects at CFB Halifax.

The Team Leader, Construction Services is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality services on complex construction sites, adherence to service line policies and procedures, as well as proactive management of contractual risks. The position includes leading and developing a team of professionals, managing related human resources responsibilities, and acting as the primary point of contact with the client partner. The incumbent manages relationships with the client partner, develops creative solutions, and ensures that the team remains focused on collaboration, quality, and meeting deliverable timelines.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Manage and/or supervise a team responsible for overseeing construction, professional services, and service contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, as well as policies and processes of Defence Construction Canada (DCC).
• Resolve complex issues within delegated authority and monitor and control timelines.
• Facilitate coordination within contracts and communications among stakeholders (e.g., contractors, consultants, client partners).
• Promote and manage opportunities for business expansion.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships within DCC as well as with industry, client partners, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, in accordance with the expectations of the Corporation and client partners.
• Manage risks.
• Perform human resources functions (e.g., coaching, supervision, mentoring, resource planning and allocation, and performance management).

Other

• Participate in activity planning.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

• General and specific knowledge of best practices, methods, trends, and legislation in construction, architecture, and engineering.
• Best practices and trends in financial management and human resource management.
• Procurement mechanisms.
• Principles of project management, contract management, and risk management.
• Health and safety management.

Education/Certification(s) and Experience

• Minimum requirement: a college diploma in engineering, architecture, or a related field, and six years of relevant experience, or equivalent.
• Assets: Preferred assets for this position include experience in leading large complex capital projects; managing high-value construction contracts; executing maritime or waterfront infrastructure projects; experience working on defence projects or other large federal projects; experience working in secure operational environments; as well as leading multidisciplinary teams responsible for contract administration, risk management, procurement, stakeholder engagement, and project execution. Certification in a relevant field is also considered an asset (e.g., professional engineer, certified engineering technologist, or Gold Seal certification).

Abilities

• Utilize appropriate software and operating systems.
• Apply project management, contract management, and risk management techniques.
• Demonstrate leadership and human resource management skills.

Development and Leadership

• Lead and manage direct reports.
• Provide functional guidance and advice to other employees and client partners.

Working Conditions

Typical office environment; occasional travel. The incumbent may be required to work on construction sites, where they may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment.

Benefits

Working with us provides excellent growth and advancement opportunities and one of the best benefits packages in the job market, equivalent to 25% to 30% of your salary. Your package includes:

• Health and Wellness
  • Annual sick leave, health insurance, and dental insurance fully covered by the employer.
  • A wellness allowance of $400 to help cover expenses such as a gym membership.
  • $2,500 for mental health care services in addition to the standard coverage of $2,500 for paramedical care.
  • Virtual healthcare from TELUS and a $750 health spending account to cover certain medical expenses not covered by provincial plans.
• Personal and Family Life
  • Life insurance, accidental death insurance, and short-term disability insurance.
  • Enhanced employee and family assistance program.
  • Supplementary maternity and parental leave plan at 93% of regular gross salary for up to 37 weeks.
  • Flexible workplace options, including a $400 allowance every two years to support remote work.
• Leave and Retirement
  • Public service pension plan.
  • Comprehensive annual leave program and other paid leaves, along with luxury travel benefits.