Operations Manager – Buildings

Thompson Bros. (Constr.) LP.; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Canada is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee project delivery and management. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and technical skills, with a degree in Construction Management preferred. You will be responsible for building project teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining client relationships. This role offers competitive salaries, health insurance, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Group Health Insurance Plan

Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance and LTD Group Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Discretionary Bonuses

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of direct leadership and construction project management experience.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and fiscal management.
• Ability to motivate teams and mentor project managers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Develop and measure KPIs for project success.
• Recruit key personnel and ensure proper staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Construction Management

Communication

Budgeting

Team Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Overview

Thompson Builders Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager who will fundamentally shape and drive how Thompson delivers and executes projects and help continue with our growth and presence in the industry. Reporting to the VP, the Operations Manager is an experienced team-builder with a broad spectrum of talent, who builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, project teams, consultants, and sub-contractors/suppliers. The candidate should be fully proficient with the technical, leadership, and communication skills required to lead teams from estimate to close-out.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance – Ensure safety and quality standards are met or exceeded and promote a healthy work environment.
• Project KPI’s – Develop and measure KPI’s for project health and success in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Team Leadership – Establish project teams, define roles and responsibilities, and facilitate team meetings.
• Client Relations – Maintain and build relationships with key existing clients and identify new clients for new opportunities.
• Hiring and Staffing – Recruit key personnel and ensure jobs are staffed adequately.
• Project Planning and Execution – Apply construction expertise to ensure proper project planning, scheduling, staffing, cost control, and overall project management.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, CET, Engineering, Business, or a related field is an asset.
• Experience: 10-15 years of direct leadership and construction (project management) experience.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, fiscal management, and optimizing profitability.
• Team Work: Ability to motivate teams, mentor PM’s and Superintendents while creating career development opportunities.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with the MS Office Suite and project management software. Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud software is an asset.
• Desire for Growth: Eagerness to learn and grow, with a willingness to acquire new skills as needed.

This role requires a highly organized and proactive individual with strong leadership skills, technical proficiency, and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. If you are passionate about construction project management and meet the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits (Full-Time Salary)

• Competitive Salaries
• Group Health Insurance Plan (Extended Medical, and Dental)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (Employer Matching)
• Life Insurance and LTD Group Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Discretionary Bonuses
• Growth Opportunities