Construction Operational Manager

Hydroone; Timmins; Hybrid; CAD 106,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Health and dental coverage

Education assistance

Generous vacation entitlement

Job summary

Hydro One in Timmins, Ontario is seeking an experienced Construction Operational Manager to lead transmission lines projects and oversee maintenance programs. You will manage field teams, ensure safety, and drive operational excellence in a complex utility environment.

The role requires 10–12 years of leadership in construction/utility sectors, expertise with 115kV–500kV assets, and strong coordination with engineering and operations to maintain grid reliability.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of progressive leadership in construction management or related fields.
• Experience in utility or infrastructure construction and supervision.
• Knowledge of transmission lines and maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead field supervisors and teams on construction and maintenance of transmission lines assets.
• Promote safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee project lifecycles: planning, estimating, execution and commissioning.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Cost & scheduling

Education

Construction management

Engineering background

Utility trades

Tools

Bid-costing software

Scheduling software

UWPC knowledge

Job description

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Construction Operational Manager

Date: Oct 8, 2026

Location: Timmins, ON, CA

52186 - Timmins - Regular

Hiring Salary Range: $105,500.00-150,700.00 / year

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

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We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Transmission Lines Management team in the Timmins region. This role is critical in delivering transmission lines infrastructure projects and maintaining high-voltage transmission assets. The successful candidate will be accountable to drive operational excellence, safety, and innovation while fostering high-performing field teams and supporting frontline supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and support field supervisors and their teams working on the construction and maintenance of our transmission lines assets.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities for field staff.

Project, Maintenance & Construction Management

• Oversee full transmission line project life cycles: planning, estimating, execution, and commissioning.
• Lead and coordinate maintenance programs for transmission line assets.
• Oversee the administration of contracts and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Manage multiple unionized labor relations and collective agreements.

Strategic Execution & Operational Excellence

• Contribute to regional capital delivery strategies and transmission project execution plans.
• Monitor cost, schedule, safety, and quality performance metrics.
• Drive innovation in constructability, maintenance planning, and resource optimization.

Asset Maintenance & Emergency Response

• Lead planning and oversight for the maintenance of critical high-voltage transmission line assets.
• Ensure proactive inspection, condition assessment, and lifecycle management of transmission infrastructure.
• Coordinate emergency response efforts to ensure rapid restoration and system reliability.
• Collaborate with operations and system control teams to mitigate risks and maintain grid integrity.

Risk, Safety & Compliance

• Lead risk management efforts and ensure adherence to safety legislation and IRS principles.
• Develop and implement annual HSE programs.
• Promote safe work methods and training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with the Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC) and other applicable safety protocols.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and operations teams.
• Maintain open communication with employees, union representatives, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment with corporate strategies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Construction management, utility trades, engineering related certificate, training, degree or educational background is preferred.
• Experience: 10–12 years of progressive leadership in Construction Management, utility or infrastructure construction and maintenance, including supervisory and management roles or any skilled trade experience.
• Technical Expertise:
• - Transmission lines (115kV–500kV) and related infrastructure.
• - Maintenance planning and execution for transmission assets.
• - Project management tools and network scheduling systems.
• - Bid-quality estimate preparation and costing systems.
• - Strong working knowledge of the Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC).
• Labor Relations: Strong knowledge of collective agreements (PWU, CUSW, EPSC trades, etc.).
• Mobility: Willingness and ability to work within the Timmins region and surrounding area.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
• Operational Excellence & Accountability
• Client-Service Orientation & Influence
• Safety Leadership & Compliance Awareness

Why Join Hydro One?

At Hydro One, we invest in our people and their long-term success. As a member of our Management Compensation Plan (MCP), you may be eligible for:

• Competitive compensation, performance, incentive opportunities, and career growth.
• Defined contribution pension with company matching up to 6% of salary.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with a 50% company match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, wellness, and mental health coverage.
• Generous vacation entitlement based on experience and years of service.
• Tuition assistance and professional development support, including up to 100% coverage of eligible education expenses if applicable.
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements for eligible office-based roles.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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"Employer of the year 2026"

Deadline: October 27, 2026

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. For management roles, compensation is based on the principle of pay-for performance compensation philosophy, and the amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms). We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

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