Operations Leader — Property & Capital Projects

Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce; Pelly Crossing; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Selkirk Development Corporation oversees property investments, major capital projects, and operations across Yukon. The Operations Manager leads managers and staff, ensures safe operations, and represents owners on major construction projects in Pelly Crossing.

Reporting to the CEO, the role drives operational planning, project execution, and organizational performance while requiring frequent travel to SDC locations and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in operations, construction, business, or property management.
• Minimum three years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Minimum one year of capital-project experience.
• Minimum one year in building or property maintenance.
• PMP designation is an asset.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel frequently to Pelly Crossing and other SDC locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SDC’s property investments and major capital projects.
• Support operations teams across multiple SDC business units.
• Provide leadership to managers and staff across the organization.
• Ensure safe and effective operations; oversee building and property maintenance.
• Act as owner’s representative on major construction projects.
• Report to the CEO and contribute to operational planning and organizational performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Digital fluency

Travel readiness

Education

Operations/Construction/Business/Property mgmt degree or diploma

PMP designation (asset)

Job description

Selkirk Development Corporation oversees property investments, major capital projects, and operations across Yukon. The Operations Manager leads managers and staff, ensures safe operations, and represents owners on major construction projects in Pelly Crossing.

Reporting to the CEO, the role drives operational planning, project execution, and organizational performance while requiring frequent travel to SDC locations and strong cross-functional collaboration.