Manager, Building Services Operations

Ledcor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Vancouver seeks an experienced Manager to oversee the craft labour business within their Construction group. You will lead multiple teams, manage project lifecycles, and drive operational excellence while building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in construction operations and strong leadership skills. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to work in a recognized diverse workplace environment.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for development

Recognition for workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction operations.
• Strong background in renovation and residential projects.
• Proven leadership skills with high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage self-perform operations delivering construction services.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle including estimating and compliance.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Construction operations management

Client relationship management

Project planning

Risk management

Team leadership

Budget management

Safety standards implementation

Technical proficiency in MS Office

Communication skills

Tools

Project estimating tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Manager to oversee Ledcor’s growing self-perform craft labour business within our Construction group.

You will lead multiple working groups delivering trade scope services across multiple project sites. The initial focus will be on supporting internal projects with deficiency close-out, with the objective of expanding to external clients.

You will be accountable for building strong client and stakeholder relationships, delivering projects throughout the full lifecycle, and driving operational excellence through standardized workflows, scalable processes, and disciplined execution.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and manage self-perform operations delivering construction services across multiple sites.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, including client identification, estimating, scope definition, execution, and close-out.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions while managing risk and opportunities.
• Establish and maintain effective client and stakeholder relationships to support repeat business.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and financial results, contributing to overall business unit performance.
• Drive operational excellence by standardizing workflows, reporting, and scalable processes.
• Ensure all safety standards are identified, implemented, and adhered to.
• Oversee quality standards to ensure client satisfaction and project success.
• Optimize technology and leverage existing systems to improve efficiency.
• Manage, train, and develop a high-performing, inclusive workforce.
• Maintain effective relationships with union representatives and collaborate with Labour Relations to ensure compliance.
• Provide input on business unit budgets and financial planning.
• Support business development through estimating, scope definition, bid preparation, and contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in construction operations as a Project Manager, Project Director, or Superintendent.
• Strong background in renovation, improvement, and residential construction projects.
• Proven leadership skills with experience building and developing high-performing teams.
• Expertise in project planning, scheduling, estimating, procurement, risk management, and close-out.
• Strong quality assurance and safety focus; safety certifications considered an asset.
• Technical proficiency in reading drawings, specifications, and using MS Office and project/estimating tools.
• Excellent communication and client service skills with a track record of building lasting relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial resources.
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Work Conditions

• This is an office-based role located in Vancouver and surrounding areas
• A valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol requirements

Compensation details: $98,800 - $135,850 Annually.

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Ledcor Building offers full-service construction for commercial, residential, institutional, and light industrial projects, along with expertise in green building. Our depth of knowledge and expertise come from building hundreds of projects – of all sizes – across North America each year.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our Inclusion and Diversity page.