Operations Manager

Recruitment Partners

  • Edmonton, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Operations ManagerOur client is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily transportation permitting operations across Canada and the United States. This role is responsible for managing the end‑to‑end permit request lifecycle, maintaining quality and turnaround standards, supporting operational scalability, and leading a team of permit consultants. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in oversize and overweight transportation permitting, proven people leadership capability, and the ability to manage complex, high‑volume workflows.Your success will be defined by your ability to:
  • Oversee daily permitting operations and ensure timely, accurate processing of permit requests
  • Maintain compliance with Canadian and U.S. transportation permitting regulations
  • Lead, coach, and support permit consultants to achieve performance and service standards
  • Manage escalated, high‑priority, or complex permit requests
  • Monitor quality, accuracy, and turnaround times to meet client expectations
  • Support routing and planning analysis using mapping and internal tools
  • Identify, implement, and refine workflow improvements to improve efficiency and scalability
  • Balance competing priorities in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment
Your strengths include:
  • 3+ years of experience in transportation permitting
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. oversize and overweight regulations
  • Proven leadership, communication, and team‑management skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage time‑sensitive requests
  • Experience using transportation permitting systems and portals
  • Familiarity with routing or mapping tools used in permit analysis
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • A proactive, solutions‑focused approach to problem solving
If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the "Apply" button to send your resume directly to Bobi-Jo Warner.Recruitment Partners Inc. is an Alberta-based, Alberta-focused recruitment firm. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships while securing top talent for Alberta's best employers. At the heart of our efforts is a collaborative, consultative approach. We are proud of our team of consultants, who come with practical business experience, a strong network of professional contacts, and are focused on what is best for both clients and candidates. We will facilitate the best fit between client and candidate. This means reduced turnover, enhanced employee engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction, and more.Accounting & Finance - Engineering, Sales & Operations - HR & Office Support - Technology - Contingent Workforce - Executive SearchContact us today - Your Search Partner - www.recruitmentpartners.ca

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