Operations/Construction Manager (Industrial)

Ganotec; Oakville; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and dental coverage

Retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

Ganotec is seeking an Operations/Construction Manager (Industrial) in Canada to lead major industrial projects from Oakville, ON. The role supervises cross‑disciplinary teams, drives safety and operational excellence, and aligns project execution with company goals. Travel to project sites across Canada and the U.S.

is required, with rotations such as 14/7 or 10/4. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, 6+ years of progressive construction experience, and proven leadership of

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required.
• Six+ years in construction with large industrial projects.
• Proven leadership on multi‑million dollar contracts; oversight of operations, admin, client relations, and scope management.
• Proficient in project control software and Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Champion project objectives and secure resources.
• Guide Project Managers to align with company goals.
• Serve as liaison among project teams, leadership, and stakeholders.
• Arbitrate complex challenges and make decisions beyond Project Manager scope.
• Prioritize business needs and ensure project viability and investments.
• Manage change control and risk mitigation while maintaining project integrity.
• Establish organizational structure, roles, and reporting lines for governance.
• Ensure safety policies are followed across all phases.
• Review key deliverables and ensure contractual commitments are met.
• Organize regular project reviews to monitor progress and drive improvements.
• Resolve conflicts to maintain momentum and optimize resources.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Safety

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

MS Outlook

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Operations/Construction Manager (Industrial)

Location: Oakville, ON, CA

Requisition ID:182521

Job Level:Senior Level

Department:Field Operations

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 position requires flexibility to travel to project sites across Canada and the United States, including fly-in/fly-out assignments. Rotations could be 14/7 or 10/4.

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 uplifting safety standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within dynamic project environments. #LI-IS1

Other Requirements:

• 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: -
(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.

As a full-service, heavy industrial contractor, we’ve earned an industry-wide reputation for sticking to our high standards in everything we do.

We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, learning and improving go hand-in-hand with going to work each day. You’ll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.

If you're ready for a career that can take you places, look no further.

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.