Aggregates Manager, Okanagan

Amrize; Armstrong; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in British Columbia seeks an Aggregates Manager for the Okanagan region. This role involves overseeing safety and performance in aggregate operations while implementing strategic plans, managing budgets, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has significant management experience and a strong understanding of the paving and construction industry. Competitive compensation includes an annual salary of $135,000 - $145,000, along with a bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

$135,000 - $145,000/ Annually

Bonus opportunity up to 36%

Flexible Health & Dental benefits

Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Access to online learning platforms

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of field experience.
• Excellent knowledge of Paving, Asphalt and Construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety and operational performance for aggregate operations.
• Develop and implement strategic plans and budgets.
• Monitor and analyze Key Performance Indicators.

Skills

Strong political and business acumen

Excellent problem-solving skills

Proven team leadership

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Education

University Degree or Technical Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Suite

SAP

Google Suite

Job description

Join Amrize as a Aggregates Manager, Okanagan and help construct whats next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

About The Role

The Aggregates Manager, Okanagan has direct responsibility and accountability for the safety and operational performance of the aggregate operations across the Okanagan region. The Manager plays a key role in driving operational excellence and performance to achieve all production targets, budgets, objectives and goals. In addition, this role is responsible for executing safety policies, commercial sales strategy, performance plans, cost savings, KPI targets and managing equipment fleet.

This Manager is integral in developing the capacity of the organization to increase revenue and organizational capability. This includes coaching and mentoring direct reports and continually promoting a culture of agility, collaboration and empowerment enabling continuous improvement.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environment areas. Promotes a positive safety culture through leadership by example.
• Develop and update annual budgets, forecasts, objectives and capital expenditure plans. Develop and implement strategic plans and reviews.
• Set up short- and long-term plans to ensure the planned growth of the division and remain compatible with all other market forces and competitors.
• Promotes a culture of performance. Effectively develops goals and objectives to implement actions, track performance and continuously look for opportunities for improvement.
• Identify areas of CAPEX to increase performance in operations.
• Financial review of monthly statements; approval of purchasing; work with business unit accountant and staff on accounts receivable; management of working Capital.
• Sales and Marketing; including the development and maintenance of the customer base; overseeing and directing pricing strategies; maintaining and managing customer relationships; maintaining effective community and government relations.
• Responsible for production, maintenance and maximum utilization of equipment and personnel.
• Monitors operational effectiveness through analysis of Key Performance Indicators.
• Responsible for the development of operational plans.
• Lead the co‑ordination between Sales, Service, Marketing, Logistics and Operations.
• Secure reserves in all areas of the province to extend to a minimum of 20 years’ life and thus ensuring the growth can be maintained without undue cost.
• Establishes the environment as a priority. Ensures all local and provincial and federal regulations are met or exceeded by following Amrize best practices and conditions of site permits.
• Management of Human Resources including hiring and dismissal; promotion; training & development; negotiate and manage union contracts; maintain and encourage positive relationships between management, employees and the union; promote and foster teamwork; implement, monitor and enforce compliance with company safety and environmental programs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

What We’re Looking For

Education: University Degree, Technical Diploma or equivalent field experience.

Field of Study Preferred: Business or related field.

Required Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years of management experience. Minimum of 5 years of field experience.

Required Technical Skills: Microsoft Suite, SAP, and Google Suite.

Travel Requirements: 10%

Additional Requirements

• Strong political and business acumen which translates to the ability to meet and deal, at a senior level with customers, politicians and owners to promote Amrize multiple products, abilities and image.
• Strong understanding of financials and performance metrics.
• Ability to work comfortably under pressure.
• Proven team leadership.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation and change management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Paving, Asphalt and Construction industry and working in unionized environment.
• Ability to foster and grow a strong safety culture.
• Independent thinker.
• High capacity of working under pressure and stress.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

What We Offer

• $135,000 - $145,000/ Annually.
• Bonus opportunity of up to 36% of Base Salary.
• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.