The Operations manager is a "support hub". They must have a strong grasp of civil infrastructure, excavations, shoring systems and utilities installations with an ability to lead individuals with all different levels of expertise. Daily key accountabilities will include managing company resources, meeting with owners and owner representatives, liaising with project teams, and assisting with the daily oversite of all construction operations.

We offer superior compensation for the selected candidate

Complete Utility Contractors is a lower mainland based and experienced civil/utility company. We have quickly become an industry leader in underground utility construction. We are actively seeking a career-minded individual and life learner that will continually grow and develop with us. Complete Utility's management consists of extremely knowledgeable and experienced civil/utility professionals. Our management team is comprised of dedicated professionals who are well established in the civil infrastructure industry. Our site teams are led by ambitious and experienced staff who can be relied on for safety and quality. Communication, development, innovation, trust, and teamwork is our main focus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and actively participate in site planning meetings
• Forecasting and organizing resource (crew, equipment) allocation and scheduling
• Managing and tracking company resources
• Dispatching CUC equipment and building the dispatch department
• Coordinating and dispatching sub contractors (Traffic Management/Trucking/Deliveries)
• Assist in maintenance scheduling and repair of large and small construction equipment
• Responsible for managing supply chain
• Working with CSO and Human resources manager to ensure corporate procedures and policies are maintained
• Assists project teams with quality control and production
• Participate in job hazard assessments and ongoing risk identification
• Assist in reporting and investigating related to safety and environmental incidents
• Assist in the development of site-specific safety plans
• Utilize and develop/manage internal resource tracking system.
• Issuing and tracking of purchase orders for daily consumables and large purchases
• Coaching and mentoring staff
• Utilizing and creating workplace and inter-job efficiencies
• Coordinate and support all production and daily reports
• Support projects close out process in a timely manner
• Manage successful relationships with sub-contractors

Accountability and Expectations

Technical Expertise - Experience working with superintendents and field engineers, solving unexpected problems, while ensuring work is constructed safely to meet quality requirements and schedule. Able to rely on previous experience to predict when delays are imminent, and plan how to manage the impact, while keeping the project on track and the client happy. A sound understanding of construction systems and methods, construction specifications, codes, and requirements.

Leadership - Highly effective team builder and leader. Can inspire individuals, teams, and the entire organization to perform at optimal levels and embrace change. Able to engage and build trust with a broad range of stakeholders in the pursuit of project vision and goals. Leads by example and provides coaching and mentorship on a regular basis to all members of our organization.

Entrepreneurial Spirit - Understands and embraces the risk in the pursuit of important achievements. Brings innovative thinking to opportunities and challenges and fosters creativity throughout an organization.
Communication- Can communicate effectively over multiple mediums. Understands the importance of inclusions and respectful communications in the workplace. Works with the ideal that communication is key for the overall success of the company

Skills and Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in utility construction
• Knowledge of construction equipment<
• Ability to read construction drawings is an asset
• Excellent computer skills
• Knowledge of scheduling software
• Have knowledge of OH&S regulations and knowledge of construction disciplines (knowledge of materials and methods required)
• Demonstrates planning attributes
• Attention to details
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Possess superior written or oral communication skills
• An understanding of underground utility and road construction market
• A keen interest in growing their career

CUC offers superior compensation for the selected candidate. In addition, CUC offers RRSP's, extended health care and dental plan, paid holidays and supply of a company vehicle while working in a balanced work environment.