Operations Manager

Primary Purpose Of Position
Priestly Demolition is seeking a highly experienced demolition professional to take the lead in shaping and driving our Calgary operations. This is a critical leadership role focused on project execution, site operations, team leadership, safety, and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in demolition project management, an in-depth understanding of health and safety regulations, and a passion for building high-performing teams and efficient job sites. You'll play a key role in ensuring our projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget, while fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Priestly's hiring philosophy is based on culture, collaboration and then skills. Here is what we look for:

Culture
PDI is founded on key values that drive what we do for our clients and for each other. At the core, we understand the value of people, and we encourage a culture of safety, hard work, quality, and teamwork supported by a solid family foundation.

Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

• Safety - We believe in protecting generations. We recognize the impact of our actions and take responsibility for protecting our people, communities, and the environment.
• Family - We believe we're stronger together. We are a family who builds communities on a firm foundation of trust and respect.
• Integrity - We believe in doing what's right. We build long-term partnerships through integrity, generosity, and the highest accountability to each other and our clients.
• Innovation - We believe demolition drives progress. We create opportunities by challenging ourselves and intentionally pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Collaboration
This means being people smart and championing being a team player. We encourage teamwork and respect, help develop individual strengths, and recognize the contribution our people make to our success. We are always seeking better and more innovative ways to renew communities by clearing the way for new development, and by playing the role of environmental stewards.

Job Duties

• Managing the operational and business processes to meet customer expectations and achieve the business' financial and operational targets.
• Identify process improvements, operational gaps, cost reduction, and other opportunities in the business while developing and implementing solutions to close these gaps.
• Ensuring company processes and protocols are in place, properly communicated and followed.
• Set and monitor KPIs, adjusting plans/strategies to achieve targets.
• Work with the project management team to plan and manage projects from start to finish, ensuring timelines, safety standards, and budgets are met.
• Work closely with the Director of Finance to track project costs and maintain financial accountability.
• Lead, coach, and motivate operational staff.
• Help communicate and promote corporate messages to employees and ensue that messages are understood.
• Champion a safety-first culture across all job sites; ensure full compliance with company's safety culture design.
• Work together with Human Resources to assist and facilitate recruitment, retention, performance management, and exemplary performance initiatives.
• Liaising between the Executive team, middle management, and employees and providing leadership and guidance to all reporting members of the organization.
• This role is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of direct repots and for carrying out supervisory responsibilities by the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Engage with clients in a professional, solutions-oriented manner to support project success and maintain strong working relationships, with a focus on operational delivery and execution.

Requirements

• Post graduate or equivalent degree in related discipline (i.e. Business Administration).
• Experience in demolition, with a proven track record of managing complex projects.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role managing high functioning teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction health & safety standards and relevant Alberta regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and subcontractors on active job sites.
• Skilled in project scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Financial acumen — comfortable working with budgets, job costing, P+L, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with project management or construction software tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make critical decisions under pressure and lead by example.

Nice to Have

• Health & Safety certifications (e.g., NCSO, CRSP, or similar).
• PMP or equivalent project management designation.