Bilingual Design Manager

PCL Construction

. Lead and manage the development of design proposals for Design Build and other types of project pursuits, from early concept through submission and execution.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeMontréal • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the development of design proposals for Design Build and other types of project pursuits, from early concept through submission and execution.
Manage multidisciplinary design teams ensuring coordination, compliance, and constructability.
Analyze project requirements and guide design teams to meet contractual, technical, schedule, compliance and budgetary constraints, while developing a clear design strategy.
Lead the Design team on behalf of the Construction team to support achievement of overall project schedule, budget, and execution objectives.
Serve as the primary point of contact with the client for all design related matters during pursuits and active projects.
Lead the review, assessment, and interpretation of RFP documentation, Statements of Requirements, and Project Agreements.
Develop and coordinate technical submissions, including design and construction narratives, drawings, schedules, logistics plans, and presentations.
Lead collaborative meetings and stakeholder engagement sessions during the RFP, pursuit and execution phases, in conjunction with design partners.
Ensure proposed design solutions support accurate pricing, risk management, and competitiveness.
Coordinate the development of design documentation to support estimating, procurement, and construction, ensuring design assumptions are clearly defined and controlled. Ensure constructability of concepts.
Work closely with estimating and procurement teams to ensure design scope, assumptions, and contingencies remain aligned with project budgets.
Develop and manage the design schedule, ensuring integration with project logistics, construction sequencing, and procurement plans.
Lead discussions related to design change management, identifying impacts and ensuring proactive resolution.
Manage consultant contracts and scopes of work based on project requirements and proposed design solutions.
Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with client, partner consultants, trade contractors, and internal teams.
Actively foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and performance across the design organization.
Manage the development and submission of Development Permits, Building Permits, and related approvals with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
Coordinate additional technical approvals where required (e.g., Transport Canada, NAV CANADA, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission), depending on project scope.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A construction related degree (Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent).
Have more than 12 years of construction experience with 5 to 7 years of Design Management experience, ideally on large, complex Design Build projects.
A strong working knowledge of construction scopes and activities, scheduling, project management practices, and contract administration tools.
Experience in estimating and/or project management, considered a strong asset.
Proven ability to mentor, lead, and delegate within large multidisciplinary teams while building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Bilingual proficiency in French and English, with the ability to lead discussions, review documentation, and interface with clients and authorities in both languages.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

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Hard Skills & Tools

design managementproject managementconstruction managementschedulingcontract administrationestimatingdesign documentationrisk managementconstructabilitytechnical submissions

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcollaborationcommunicationclient relationship managementdelegationaccountabilityproblem-solvingstakeholder engagementteam coordination

Certifications

construction related degreeArchitecture degreeEngineering degreeConstruction Management degree