Travelling Commercial Operations Manager

First Onsite Property Restoration; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Competitive pay

Job summary

First Onsite Property Restoration seeks an hands-on Commercial Operations Manager to lead multiple commercial construction and restoration projects across Canada. You will guide Commercial Superintendents, project teams and field staff, ensuring schedules, resources and compliance drive safe, quality results for clients and communities.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting and scheduling abilities, plus a readiness to travel extensively to remote sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in construction/restoration management with leadership exp.
• Strong leadership, communication, budgeting and scheduling skills.
• Willingness to travel ~75% and work in remote areas.
• Post-secondary education in construction or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple commercial construction and restoration projects.
• Lead Commercial Superintendents, project teams and field staff.
• Monitor progress, coordinate schedules and resources.
• Ensure safe, efficient work that meets quality and client standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Are you a hands-on operational leader with strong construction experience, a collaborative approach, and the confidence to lead teams in remote and challenging environments? Do you take pride in building structure, solving problems, and keeping work moving safely and efficiently across multiple active projects? If that sounds like you, our Commercial Operations Manager role could be the opportunity you've been looking for! In this role, you'll oversee the day-to-day performance of our commercial operations team, with a strong focus on construction execution, team leadership, and client service. This position requires significant travel (approximately 75%), including remote areas and extended rotations.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS MANAGER

As a Commercial Operations Manager, you oversee multiple commercial construction and restoration projects, leading Commercial Superintendents, project teams, and field staff to keep schedules, priorities, and resources aligned. Each day, you monitor progress, coordinate construction schedules, resolve issues, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality and client standards. You build strong relationships across the organization, foster collaboration and accountability, and support teams working in remote areas with clear communication and a steady, solutions-focused approach. Your leadership helps drive performance, improve processes, and deliver reliable results for our clients and communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction or restoration management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, with strong communication, coaching, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated success managing budgets, forecasts, and branch or departmental performance
• Strong understanding of construction practices, including project scheduling and coordination; experience in new home construction is considered an asset.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and comfort using operational or project management software
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and manage budgets and margin performance
• Experience in coordination of multiple projects at the same time is an asset
• Post-secondary education or certification in construction management or a related field preferred
• Valid driver's license and clean driving abstract
• Ability to complete work activities that may involve material handling, lifting, climbing, and the use of personal protective equipment including respirators, safety footwear, and other required gear
• Ability to travel and work in remote areas while coordinating multiple active projects

Who We Are

At First Onsite, the work you do every day makes a real impact. You'll help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching because we believe in taking care of our people. You'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career across Canada in a culture that values care, collaboration, and doing the right thing. If you thrive in a team environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, First Onsite Restoration will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources or the Hiring Manager of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.