Operations Manager - Water / Wastewater Projects

Are you a strategic thinker with an expertise for optimizing construction operations for water/wastewater infrastructure projects? As an Operations Manager, you will oversee and plan multiple projects to ensure safety, efficiency and budget adherence. With the opportunity to oversee various projects across difference locations, you'll leverage your expertise to drive economic success and timely execution.

Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to identify opportunities, develop proposals and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders.

Apply now and transform your career with us.

Oversees multiple project plans and project productions.
• Provides technical expertise to project bids by working closely with estimating, engineers, project managers and bid review committees.
• Enforces Company and project safety plans at all project sites to ensure Company and sub-contractor safety compliance.
• Reviews proposed project plans to ensure plan is in compliance with project contract cost estimate, production goals and quality adherence, within schedule.
• Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure all projects have accurate personnel assigned and recruiting efforts are assigned to upcoming project needs.
• Reviews and ensures project costs are coded accurately for financial reporting.
• Provides technical guidance and resources to the project management team to ensure projects progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Reviews weekly and monthly project status reports and ensure that schedules/ plans will meet project goals.
• Evaluates project activities to determine compliance with government regulatory agencies and coordinate with agencies for permitting regulations.
• Assists project managers with Owner relations, presentations and change order requests, as needed.
• Manages and provides oversight to insurance issues, as needed.
• Participates in the selection and contract execution with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversees and/or audits project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates and project forecasting and provide input to upper management related to project operations and status.

• 15+ years' experience in heavy civil construction required, with a focus on water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• 12+ years' experience managing construction teams required.
• Water/wastewater market project delivery background, pursuit and estimating experience required.
• Established relationships with key owners.
• Bachelor's Degree a plus.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong communication skills to set clear expectations to direct reports and appropriate stakeholders. Able to hold personnel and third-party participants accountable to expectations and deliverables.
• Strong leadership skills to support internal talent growth and mentorship at multiple projects types and locations.
• Proficient multi-tasking and prioritization skills to provide technical guidance to scheduling, production, construction issues and Owner relationship situations.
• Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods.
• Proven knowledge and ability to manage claims process and negotiate with Owner regarding project issues.

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.