Senior Director, Turnarounds — Lead Major Canadian Shutdowns

Bird Construction; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian construction leader is seeking a Senior Director of Turnarounds to oversee major industrial shutdowns. This role includes strategic planning, financial management, and ensuring operational excellence for projects worth approximately $200M annually. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of progressive leadership experience, a strong grounding in risk management, and the ability to foster a safety culture within the organization. Exceptional communication skills and an undergraduate degree in Engineering are required.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Career growth opportunities

Commitment to DEI

Qualifications

• Minimum 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in managing industrial shutdowns.
• Proven track record of leading multi-million-dollar projects.
• Strong understanding of turnaround execution and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of major plant shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Manage approximately $200M in annual revenue across projects.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Financial acumen

Communication and negotiation

Risk management

Turnaround planning

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering

PMP designation or equivalent

Job description

A Canadian construction leader is seeking a Senior Director of Turnarounds to oversee major industrial shutdowns. This role includes strategic planning, financial management, and ensuring operational excellence for projects worth approximately $200M annually. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of progressive leadership experience, a strong grounding in risk management, and the ability to foster a safety culture within the organization. Exceptional communication skills and an undergraduate degree in Engineering are required.