General Manager - Utilities Construction - Ottawa location


Oakville Enterprises - Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario


Last Day to Apply: December 05, 2020

 

GENERAL MANAGER - Utilities Construction - Ottawa location

 

Our client is an innovative and growing organization offering a comprehensive range of services to the Utilities Infrastructure Construction industry, with a two-time award “Contractor of the year”. A sampling of the industries they serve include; Electrical Power services, Water, Telecommunications and Private Developers. 

The General Manager will hold overall responsibility for all aspects of growing and leading the business, including creating a strategic plan for expansion of services, organizational structure, financial performance, resource management and performance measurement. 

While part of a larger parent organization, this (company) requires an entrepreneurial builder. A dynamic leader with a focus on developing strong relationships at all levels of the organization, including union partners and clients. 

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES 

Makes Effective Decisions: Ability to make informed, inclusive and timely decisions that positively impact the company

Change Management: Able to effectively manage through complex, volatility, ambiguity and uncertainty in the business landscape of today.

Builds commitment to Company/Department Vision: Ability to effectively communicate the department/firm vision, values and goals, and to build shared commitment to her/his achievement.

Develops Others: Ability and desire to provide feedback and coach others to produce sustained levels of successful performance and maximize potential.

Acts Strategically (Planning): Capacity to formulate business plans, and implement action to achieve business KPIs

Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; Develops innovation approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets other’s attention 

CORE COMPETENCIES

Customer-Centric: Capacity to identify, understand, and meet and/or exceed the needs and expectations of internal and external clients in a timely manner

Works Well with Others (Collaborative): Ability to work effectively with others (e.g., SLT members, union members, co-workers, supervisors, direct reports, clients, etc.) to achieve mutual goals.

Demonstrates Flexibility: Ability to work effectively within a variety of situations, readily adapting to changes.

Communicates Effectively: Capacity to exchange verbal and written information, ideas and feedback with individuals or groups to enhance and ensure mutual understanding

Focuses on Results: Commitment to setting, achieving and/or exceeding individual, team, or firm goals. 

GENERAL MANDATE

  • Establish comprehensive goals for business growth and success.  
  • Develop and nurture key relationships with customers and strategic partners.  
  • Strong history with revenue/business development examples
  • Build a high-performance environment and implement performance management programs that attracts, retains, develops and motivates employees.  
  • Research business development opportunities to grow the organization, working in collaboration with the Business Development team.
  • Review and assess the organization structure and practices, and make the required adjustments to optimize performance.
  • Ensure business contracts are commercially viable and budget targets are achieved.
  • Implement new project management processes, controls and reviews  
  • Manage the P&L for the business. Drive annual budget and forecast planning.  
  • Establish policies and procedures that promote company culture and vision
  • Explore new technologies, follow regulatory trends and adapt accordingly.
  • Provide and maintain a high level of safety, quality workmanship, productivity and customer satisfaction. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

  • 8 to 10+ years of demonstrated career growth in the utility construction industry (hydro, gas, telecommunications, water, etc.)
  • Past experience working in an entrepreneurial environment
  • Leadership role(s) with accountabilities for managing a team of people including a unionized environment, ideally within the Utilities Industry.
  • Implement new project management processes and controls.
  • Solid experience working successfully with vendors.
  • Significant and demonstrated success in improving financial leadership, processes, customer experience, employee engagement and organizational achievement.
  • Experience leading overall budget processes and financial performance.
  • Strong track record of business development and attraction and growing company presence across industry.
  • Experience with optimization and utilization of all company resources including equipment and people.

Important to note: This position is located in Ottawa. Candidates from elsewhere in Canada may be considered, however company paid relocation is not available at this time. 

Please send your resume to:

Lance MacDonald Lmacdonald@psgleadership.com

Please note: Only candidates who possess the right background and skill set will be considered

November 5, 2020

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