We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operations Manager to lead and grow with the ever growing industrial construction industry. This role is responsible for overseeing business operations, driving profitability, managing client relationships, and supporting estimating and project execution.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in industrial scaffolding, material management, site services, estimating, and operations management, with additional experience in other industrial services considered a major asset.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day business operations for the scaffolding division
- Develop and execute strategic plans to drive revenue growth and market expansion
- Oversee and support estimating activities including bid preparation, cost analysis, and proposal development
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
- Monitor project performance, ensuring cost control, schedule adherence, and quality standards
- Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to ensure successful execution
- Identify new business opportunities within scaffolding and related industrial services
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance of the division
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards
- Support recruitment, development, and performance management of staff
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in scaffolding, industrial construction, or related field
- Proven experience in a business management, operations, or leadership role
- Strong background in estimating scaffolding projects(industrial preferred)
- Experience with industrial services such as insulation, painting, fireproofing, or maintenance is a strong asset
- Demonstrated ability to manage P&L, budgets, and business growth
- Strong understanding of job costing, margins, and bid strategy
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand industrial environment
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Financial and operational management
- Client relationship development
- Leadership and team building
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Excellent Time Management
Experience:
- Scaffolding: 5 years (required)
- Operations: 5 years (required)
- Construction estimating: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Salary: to be negotiated
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 5 years (required)
- Scaffolding: 5 years (preferred)
- Operations management: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
