Job Description

Join Our Team as Construction Site Manager: Shaping the Future of Battery Technology

About Vianode

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode's breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and holistic sustainability offering a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. Vianode operates the world's most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Her?ya Norway.


The next step involves executing a multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.


Vianode's long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading financial company Altor.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Construction Site Manager to oversee the construction of a multibillion-dollar advanced battery materials manufacturing facility in Canada. This senior leadership position will be responsible for managing the overall construction site, including internal project team and the general contractor(s). The ideal candidate will have a strong executive presence and leadership capability, with the ability to dive into details in EHS, engineering, procurement, quality, construction, and workforce related issues.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the overall construction site, ensuring compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards. Oversee quality control, cost management, and schedule adherence. Coordinate and supervise construction activities, including site materials management, commissioning, and startup. Interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution. Lead and manage the general contractor(s) and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. Address and resolve any construction-related issues that may arise, ensuring timely and effective solutions. Ensure deep understanding of construction sequence, civil, structural, MEP (mechanical, electrical, piping) works, and process equipment integration and installation. Provide leadership and guidance to the construction team, fostering a culture of safety first, excellence and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 20 years of construction experience ideally with O&G (Oil & Gas), chemical, or industrial projects experience. Proven track record of managing large-scale construction projects, preferably in advanced battery materials or related industries. Large capex project experience is a must (projects over $500 million). Strong executive presence and leadership capability, with the ability to engage with senior management and stakeholders. In-depth knowledge of engineering, procurement, quality, and construction processes. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Location: Onsite, South West Ontario

(specific location TBC)

At Vianode

, we believe in

"The power of we."

The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.


You are a great fit for our team if you:

Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast-growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive. Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed. Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we're pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon-neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Apply today !

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.