ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Utilities team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Director of Utilities Operations is responsible for ensuring successful performance and operational execution at the regional level. This includes monitoring and reporting on overall business process compliance, project financials, and strategies with respect to execution of utility based projects at the regional level. Reporting directly to the Division Manager, the Director of Utility Operations will provide the necessary level of operational oversight and technical direction in the successful management of large, complex, design build utility based projects as well as many small and/or medium sized projects through subordinate managers and supervisors.

Responsibilities:

Support and provide guidance to the NEUS operation in the advancement of all Safety initiatives by providing strong support to Black & McDonald Ltd. Safety Programs at all levels in the organization.Keeping the Regional Management Team informed of operational and project activities within the region including ongoing and individual project updates with respect to financials, scheduling, work in progress, forecasting, budgets, compliance, scope changes, procurement strategies, labour requirements, etc.Manages and ensures overall field performance and provides appropriate solutions and guidance where performance is not meeting expectations.Participate in bid analysis with project stakeholdersProvides stakeholders with status updates of ongoing work through regular contact including monthly Job ReviewsParticipates in the development of regional operating budgets by coordinating with Divisional Management and reviewing with the Regional Vice President.Ensures all company, client and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered toParticipates in Divisional and Regional Scorecard Reviews to evaluate key metric performance and the development of improvement strategiesParticipate in regional and divisional strategic planning ensuring strong compliance and alignment with corporate execution and business strategy Assist with implementation/interpretation of safety programsEnsure compliance with Black & McDonald Ltd. Project Management Methodology across all utility based projectsSupport Divisional Management and others towards promotion of individual and professional growth acting as a mentor

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Change OrientationCommunicates Effectively Continuous LearningCustomer FocusHolds Self and Others AccountableProblem Solving and Innovation Teamwork and CollaborationValues and Respects OthersCoaches and Develops Maximizes Business Performance and Team EffectivenessStrategic Perspective

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Undergraduate Degree in related engineering, business or construction disciplines or equivalent experience. The following certifications/designations are considered an asset:

PMP designationGold Seal CertificationMBAP.Eng or CET Certification

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

10 years’ experience with a multi-trade contractor in the construction sector, ideally in UtilitiesProven performance in managing a business or large operational business unitMust have a strong proven track record of business and operational management, project performance, project profitability and employee development.Very strong preference for candidates who have self-performing utility construction experience, with a strong background in utility based construction projects (i.e. transportation, high voltage / substations, civil, etc.)

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Contract managementConstruction scheduling, planning, and executionBlue print reading Project structural design interpretationFinancial statements – read and comprehendEstablished utilities practices, procedures and techniques Applicable local and provincial labour codesManaging / leading union and non-union staff Business operations processesOrganization and time managementWilling and able to travel to project sites within the USA and sometimes the Canada as necessaryMaintain a valid driver’s licenseMust obtain and maintain necessary security clearances based on project requirements

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States of America unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.