Operations/Construction Manager 1

Kiewit; Oakville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit in Canada seeks an Operations/Construction Manager to lead major industrial construction initiatives, delivering projects on time and on budget while upholding safety and quality. You will guide cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and align execution with company goals across Ganotec's Canadian footprint.

Ideal candidates bring an engineering degree, 6+ years in large industrial projects, and proven ability to lead multi-million dollar contracts with a strong emphasis on safety,

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related discipline
• 6+ years' progressive construction experience on large industrial projects
• Proven leadership of multi-million dollar contracts and governance
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Champion project objectives and secure engagement and resources
• Provide strategic guidance to Project Managers to align with company goals
• Liaise among project teams, leadership, and external stakeholders for effective decisions
• Arbitrate complex project challenges beyond the Project Manager's scope
• Review deliverables to meet quality and contractual commitments
• Organize regular project reviews and drive continuous improvement

Job description

Requisition ID:182521

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Ganotec District

Department:Field Operations

Market:Industrial

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

The Operations/Construction Manager acts as a key leader accountable for the comprehensive oversight of major industrial construction initiatives. This role ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with business objectives, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence. They lead cross-disciplinary teams, foster strong stakeholder partnerships, and drive strategic decision-making to support Ganotec's expanding footprint across the Canadian industrial market. Beyond supervision, the manager plays a strategic role in aligning project execution with overarching company goals, promoting innovation, efficiency, and collaboration at all stages.

District Overview

Ganotec is a full service, heavy industrial contractor serving the industrial sector across Canada. Ganotec typically self performs all major disciplines including, civil, structural steel erection, heavy mechanical equipment installation, process piping and electrical / instrumentation and controls. We conduct our business through a variety of commercial contract styles including full turnkey, EPC, design build, T&M and conventional discipline packages. We have always been a strong proponent of “partnering”, working in collaboration with owners, major equipment suppliers and engineers at the early stages of the project development phase to allow for a more cost-effective execution strategy for the project. Ganotec continues to position itself towards the future, constantly seeking growth opportunities yet never losing sight of what has made the company so successful

Location

This role requires an 11-days-on / 3-days-off rotation in Edmonton.

Responsibilities

As the Operations/Construction Manager, your core responsibilities encompass the following:

• Championing project objectives and actively promoting the project's value throughout the organization to secure engagement and resources.
• Offering expert business guidance and strategic support to Project Managers, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Serving as a critical liaison among project teams, corporate leadership, and external stakeholders to facilitate efficient decision-making and communication flow.
• Arbitrating complex project challenges and making authoritative decisions when required beyond the Project Manager’s scope.
• Validating and prioritizing business needs to ensure projects are initiated with clear direction and maintained as viable investments.
• Managing change control processes to assess and mitigate risks while maintaining project integrity.
• Establishing and overseeing the project’s organizational structure, defining roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines for effective governance.
• Ensuring strict adherence to all safety policies and guidelines, fostering a culture of safety-first practices across all project phases.
• Reviewing and approving key deliverables, ensuring quality standards and contractual commitments are met.
• Organizing and facilitating regular project reviews to monitor progress, address challenges, and implement continuous improvement.
• Resolving conflicts and removing obstacles to maintain project momentum and resource optimization.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess:

• A degree in engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of six years’ progressive experience in the construction industry with proven expertise managing large-scale industrial projects.
• Demonstrated leadership of multi-million dollar contracts, encompassing oversight of operations, project administration, client and stakeholder relations, and comprehensive scope management.
• Proficiency in project control and administrative software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook, to support efficient project management.
• Strong communication skills coupled with the ability to lead diverse teams, negotiate effectively, and build lasting partnerships.
• Commitment to upholding safety standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within dynamic project environments. #LI-IS1

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation:$100,000/yr -$140,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discriminationand complywith all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.