Construction Operations Director - Ottawa

Michael Page

  • Ottawa, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
  • Apply easily
A Major, Well known Full Service Construction Business with operations across Canada is looking for their new Director of Operations for their Ottawa (Eastern Ontario) Division.Construction Operations Director - Ottawa Reporting to the Ottawa Buildings General Manager you will:
  • Recruit & Build the Core Team - Hire key roles and develop onboarding and training programs. Complete ongoing performance management and development of staff through coaching and mentoring.
  • Establish Operational Systems & Processes - Set up workflows for procurement, scheduling, safety, and reporting with ongoing refinements and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee Project Execution - Monitor schedules, budgets, technical issues, change management, quality, and HSSE across all active job sites including regular on-site project visits.
  • Manage Designer & Subcontractor Relationships - Source reliable consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers, manage overarching relationships across multiple projects
  • Implement Financial Controls - Oversee job costing, quarterly P&L, and branch cash flow and expenses
  • Support Procurement - Collaborate with the procurement team to align operations with incoming work, prepare operational input for bids and proposals.
  • Commercial Management - Review prime contracts and subcontracts. Manage any insurance, lien, or claim issues and drive to closure. Monitor ongoing risk management strategies with the GM.
  • Scale Infrastructure - Plan for equipment, office space, and technology needs as the branch grows.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicantsA Major, Well known Full Service Construction BusinessLooking for a new Director of Operations for their Ottawa DivisionConstruction Operations Director - Ottawa Qualifications & Experience required: People
  • Ability to recruit, train, and lead cross-functional teams
  • Strong delegation and performance management skills
  • Commitment to an inclusive and respectful workplace
Execution
  • 15+ yrs experience in construction with 10+ in a leadership role
  • Experience executing major ICI buildings construction projects >$100M
  • Understanding of construction methods and scheduling.
  • Familiarity with project delivery models (CM, Design-Build, IPD etc.)
  • Proficiency in job costing, forecasting, and financial reporting
Approach
  • Health, safety, security, and environment focused
  • Clear and effective communicator with ability to build strong relationships with field crews, executives, subtrades & consultants, and clients
  • Strong analytical skills with detail-oriented documentation and reporting abilities
  • Skills in process and workflow creation and management
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude
  • Sense of urgency while being comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities
  • Quick decision-maker under pressure; adept at resolving site issues and delays
Construction Operations Director - Ottawa Our client is a well known organisation that has been present in the Canadian construction landscape for more than 100 years. Specialising in all forms of ICI and Mid/High-rise Residential Construction they are rapidly growing their Eastern Ontario division.A basic salary of up to $240,000 (depending upon experience)Significant benefits including:Profit shareRRSP MatchingComprehensive health insurance

Michael Page