Equipment Director

**Who are we?**

With over **1,300** companies and **117,000**employees, VINCI Construction provides within the VINCI Group an unparalleled range of construction-related expertise in over 100 countries. Acting as a positive force for all, VINCI Construction builds structures to accompany the transitions of our era - environmental, energy and digital.

We are seeking a dynamic Equipment Director to join our team at VINCI Construction, supporting our Western Canada Operations, including Carmacks Enterprises in Nisku, BA Blacktop in Vancouver, and HJR Asphalt in Saskatoon. This pivotal role will oversee the equipment management and operations for leading companies in the road construction and maintenance industry across Western Canada. This position ensures the efficient, safe, and cost-effective operation of equipment across multiple projects and locations. Ability to travel regularly across Western Canada to various project sites. excellence.

**What is the role?**
- Work closely with senior leadership, project managers, and other departments to align equipment strategy with overall business objectives
- Develop and implement large, long-term partnerships, alliances, and contracts. This includes developing business relationships, defining and estimating work and required investments/resources, assisting with negotiations
- Prepare and present regular reports on equipment utilization, performance, and maintenance status to senior management
- Continuously assess and recommend improvements in equipment practices, workflows, and operational processes
- Provide leadership, general management and strategic focus for Western Canada
- Establish and operate within planned budgets
- Develop and plan yearly maintenance program with a view to minimizing costs
- Ensure proper equipment usage, scheduling, and deployment across all active projects
- Establish a yearly Capex plan
- Develop and manage an efficient equipment inventory system to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
- Keeping current of new equipment management philosophies and trends
- Oversee a proactive maintenance program to ensure all equipment is properly serviced and maintained, minimizing downtime
- Defining and implementing process improvements and cost efficiencies
- Implement and monitor predictive maintenance strategies to identify potential issues before they become costly failures
- Track and report on equipment costs, including fuel, repairs, maintenance, and rental expenses
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies through improved equipment usage and management practices
- Manage the inventory of parts, minimizing where possible
- Evaluate equipment performance and make recommendations for upgrades or new acquisitions based on project needs and cost-effectiveness
- Track and recommend most cost-effective action to take on lease and rental equipment

**What do we value?**
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- Relevant certifications or technical training in heavy equipment operations, maintenance, or management
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in the road construction and/or heavy equipment industry
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excel in negotiating skills in order to secure the best deal for the best dollar value
- Experience with budget planning
- Ability to travel
- Carmacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability or veteran status. Carmacks believes in building better, together._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- What are your salary expectations (annually)?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- road construction or heavy equipment industry: 5 years (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person