THE OPPORTUNITY
The Framing Division Manager is responsible for the startup, leadership, and ongoing operational success of the framing division. This role provides both strategic direction and hands-on oversight to ensure all framing activities are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards and building codes.
This position plays a critical role in building and scaling the division, including establishing processes, leading workforce development, and driving production performance while maintaining strong safety and cost control discipline.
THE ORGANIZATION
Empire Envelope Ltd., a division of Qualico, is a trusted building envelope contractor serving residential and commercial markets across Alberta. With expertise spanning insulation, drywall, paint, spray foam, siding, and roofing services, the organization has built a strong reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and long-term customer relationships.
Backed by decades of industry experience, Empire Envelope works closely with builders, developers, homeowners, and trade partners to deliver efficient, high-quality solutions that support successful construction projects from start to finish. The organization is committed to maintaining high standards of safety, service, and operational excellence across every division.
As part of the Qualico group of companies, Empire Envelope values collaboration, accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement. The company fosters a team-oriented culture where employees are empowered to build strong partnerships, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and contribute to the organization’s ongoing growth and success.
With a customer-first mindset and a commitment to trusted relationships, Empire Envelope continues to strengthen its position as a leading provider of building envelope solutions throughout Alberta.
For more information, please visit their website: https://empireenvelope.com/
RESPONSIBILITIES
Division Startup & Strategy
- Lead the establishment and launch of the framing division from initial planning through full operational execution.
- Define divisional scope, production capacity, staffing requirements, and long-term growth strategy.
Operations & Production Management
- Oversee day-to-day framing operations across all assigned projects.
- Ensure framing crews are properly staffed, supervised, and equipped.
- Monitor productivity, labour efficiency, and job progress against targets.
- Collaborate with construction teams, inspectors, and general contractors to ensure quality execution.
Workforce Leadership
- Recruit, trial, and build a qualified framing workforce on a subcontract basis.
- Provide leadership, direction, and performance management for framing crews.
- Promote a strong safety-first and accountability-driven culture.
Financial & Cost Control
- Manage labour budgets, job costing, and productivity performance.
- Review cost reports and proactively address variances impacting profitability.
Compliance, Safety & Quality
- Ensure all framing work complies with drawings, specifications, and building codes.
- Enforce occupational health and safety legislation and company safety policies.
- Promote ongoing safety training and active site engagement.
Reporting & Coordination
- Communicate risks, delays, or manpower constraints to leadership in a timely manner.
- Coordinate warranty and closeout documentation (as-builts, warranties, maintenance notes) as required.
- Oversee SupplyPro/customer portal audits and report findings to regional leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience in framing, residential construction, or large-scale carpentry operations.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing field crews or subcontractor networks.
- Strong understanding of building codes, construction drawings, and quality standards.
- Experience with job costing, budgeting, and labour productivity tracking.
- Ability to build, scale, and manage high-performing trade teams.
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between job sites as required.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Operational leadership and execution focus.
- Strong organizational and planning ability.
- Financial and cost control awareness.
- Hands-on problem solving and decision-making.
- Team building and workforce development.
- Safety leadership and accountability mindset.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
DARYL HENRY | T: 403.718.5078| E: [email protected] | www.richardsonsearch.ca
