Operational Readiness Manager

Location: Oakville, Canada

Date Posted: Jan 26, 2026

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

Our Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice is comprised of over 600 sector experts and specialized consultants across the Globe. We combine strategic and operational expertise with a deep technical knowledge to support developers, sponsors, lenders, and projects leader to select, structure, improve and execute Capital Projects in a more efficient and sustainable way.

The Operational Readiness Manager is responsible for ensuring a seamless transition from project execution to operational readiness. This role involves developing and implementing operations readiness strategies, coordinating with project stakeholders, and ensuring that systems, processes, and personnel are fully prepared for the commencement of operations.

How you will contribute

• Develop and execute operations readiness plans to ensure the successful commissioning and handover of project assets.
• Collaborate with project teams, engineering, and operations to define system requirements, operating procedures, and training programs.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to startup and early operational phases.
• Oversee workforce training and competency development for operations personnel.
• Ensure all operational processes, manuals, and maintenance procedures are documented and aligned with best practices.
• Coordinate with construction, commissioning, and quality teams to facilitate smooth handover of facilities.
• Conduct readiness assessments and gap analyses to address potential operational challenges before project completion.
• Implement lessons learned from past projects to enhance readiness and operational efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, productivity, and operational performance.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies during the transition phase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in operations readiness, commissioning, or project startup within large-scale industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of operational best practices, risk management, and asset lifecycle planning.
• Demonstrated experience in training and workforce development for operational teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in operations management software and reporting tools.
• Strong communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at and we would be pleased to assist you.

The salary range is $142,400 - $175,300 CAD annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

This posting is for a newly created position.

A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

It is Alvarez & Marsal's practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. .

Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.