Road Operations Manager

1 week ago

Williams Lake, Canada Dawson Group Full time

Dawson Road Maintenance is seeking a Manager of Operations who excels in people management, strategic planning, and hands-on experience to drive company objectives.



This role involves being a valued team member, reporting to the Division Manager, Operations, and overseeing service provisions within the assigned service area. The successful candidate will be a key senior leader with full P&L responsibility for the Service Area.



Based in Williams Lake, BC, this role may require occasional travel throughout the province. As part of the senior leadership team, you will participate in creating and executing strategic plans and the annual operating plan.



The Key Responsibilities:




  • Lead the Service Area and manage the operations team.
  • Provide clear direction to the supervisory team to ensure compliance with MoTI Maintenance Specifications, Contract Agreement, CVSE requirements, QMS Manual, and procedures.
  • Offer guidance on project-related concerns such as inclement weather, scheduling conflicts, quality control issues, labor disputes, and concerns from contractors or clients.
  • Efficiently manage resources, materials, and labor to ensure timely project completion.
  • Approve, manage, and monitor project schedules and budgets.
  • Promote quality achievements and performance improvements throughout the company.
  • Collaboratively negotiate contracts with suppliers, sub-contractors, agencies, or other third-party providers of resources, equipment, or labor.
  • Drive good financial decisions, including the management of the P&L statement.
  • Provide guidance during emergencies, washouts, slides, structure damage, avalanches, and other severe weather events.
  • Work with Health, Safety & Environment to ensure consistent compliance with WorkSafe BC regulations and requirements.
  • Act as the management representative in collective agreement bargaining, grievances, mediation, and arbitration.
  • Determine staffing requirements and participate in interviews, hiring, and onboarding of new employees.
  • Prioritize coaching and guiding all team members, including the Superintendents, Roads.


The Ideal Candidate:




  • Minimum two (2) years' experience in a supervisory role
  • Minimum five (5) years' experience and a proven track record in infrastructure maintenance with a preference to road and bridge maintenance.
  • Post-secondary in a related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and related industry experience
  • Experience with ISO Compliance and/or other continuous improvement principles
  • Knowledge of Ministry of Transportation legislation, standards, and processes for road maintenance
  • Experience in leading collective bargaining labour agreements
  • Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on operations and business processes
  • Understanding of road maintenance, equipment, and construction industry
  • Strong written and verbal communication


Benefits:



We offer an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities. Our core values include People First, Integrity, Respect and Excellence, and we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization.



The Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.

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