Travelling Commercial Operations Manager
On-siteEdmonton, Alberta, Canada
Job Summary
Oversee multiple commercial construction and restoration projects, leading Commercial Superintendents, project teams, and field staff to keep schedules, priorities, and resources aligned. Monitor progress daily, coordinate construction schedules, resolve issues, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. Build strong relationships across the organization, foster collaboration, and support teams in remote areas with clear communication and a solutions-focused approach. This role requires significant travel (approximately 75%), including remote areas and extended rotations. At First Onsite, you help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events, delivering reliable results for clients and communities.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in construction or restoration management
- At least 3 years in a leadership role
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams
- 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
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Comfort using operational or project management software
- Strong financial acumen
- Ability to interpret and manage budgets and margin performance
- Experience in coordination of multiple projects at the same time
- Valid driver's license
- 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
- Post-secondary education or certification in construction management or a related field
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in new home construction
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