Chief Operating Officer (COO) - CapWest

Onni Group of Companies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction services provider in Vancouver is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operational excellence and drive growth across multiple sectors. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of senior leadership experience in construction or industrial services, demonstrating success in business transformation and financial oversight. The position offers a competitive salary range of $250,000 to $350,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Educational allowance

Generous referral program

Team building activities

Discounts to local amenities

Discounted hotel stays

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in multi-division roles.
• Strong background in construction operations and contracting services.
• Demonstrated success in business transformation and operational scaling.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic initiatives and oversee operational excellence.
• Ensure efficiency, safety, and quality across all divisions.
• Develop annual operating plans and financial budgets.

Skills

Senior operations executive experience

Leadership

Construction operations

Project delivery

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Join CapWest as our Chief Operating Officer (COO) - a pivotal executive role reporting directly to the Board of Directors. This dynamic leader will drive operational excellence, spearhead strategic initiatives, and unlock scalable growth across a diverse portfolio of businesses. As COO, you’ll shape and strengthen company culture, foster accountability, and ensure our operations align with long‑term strategy. With oversight of day‑to‑day performance, you’ll position CapWest as a market leader in construction services, equipment, energy solutions, and security monitoring.

This position is based in Vancouver, BC.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package that provides extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance and critical illness.
• Continuous learning opportunities with an annual educational allowance.
• Generous referral program ranging from $500-$2,500 depending on business need.
• Regular consistent team building activities and events.
• Discounts to local amenities and vendors.
• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality offerings.

What Will You Do?

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Partner with Board and executive team to set vision, mission, and long-term strategic goals.
• Drive multi-sector growth strategies, identifying new markets, partnerships, and service expansion opportunities.
• Ensure integration across business units (construction services, rentals, energy, security) to maximize synergies and competitiveness.
• Develop and implement annual operating plans, financial budgets, and performance targets aligned with corporate strategy.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee operations across all divisions, ensuring efficiency, safety, quality, and profitability.
• Implement standardized operating procedures, KPIs, and performance measurement frameworks.
• Lead initiatives for digital transformation, process automation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Monitor project delivery, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget execution and high client satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement in health & safety standards, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

People & Culture Leadership

• Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop executive and operational leaders across the organization.
• Champion succession planning, talent development, and leadership pipeline initiatives.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, integrity, and excellence across all business units.

Financial & Risk Management

• Oversee financial performance and operational budgets, working closely with CFO to ensure profitability and cost efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate operational, contractual, and market risks across diverse sectors.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, contracts, and industry regulations.
• Support capital allocation decisions for equipment, facilities, and growth investments.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, regulators, and investors.
• Represent CapWest in the market, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted, innovative, and reliable service provider.
• Collaborate with CFO and leadership team to manage Board reporting, investor relations, and community engagement.

What You Bring

• Proven track record as a senior operations executive (COO, EVP, or divisional President/GM) in construction, contracting, industrial services, or infrastructure sectors.
• Minimum 15+ years progressive leadership experience, with multi-division, multi-sector oversight.
• Strong background in construction operations, large-scale project delivery, and contracting services.
• Demonstrated success in business transformation, growth initiatives, and operational scaling.
• Experience with equipment management, energy systems, and/or security technology is highly advantageous.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, P&L oversight, and strategic investment decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).

Why Join CapWest Group

• Opportunity to lead a diverse and growing portfolio of companies in high-demand sectors.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping the future growth trajectory of a dynamic enterprise.
• Influence the culture, performance, and success of a dynamic and ambitious organization.
• Competitive executive compensation package, performance incentives, and long-term career growth.

Salary Range

$250,000 to $350,000

The exact salary will be dependent on the successful candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. If your salary expectations are outside our advertised range, we still encourage you to apply!

About The Company

Onni For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

How To Apply

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.