Tool & Equipment Lead - Edmonton, Canada - Bird Construction

Bird Construction

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Tool & Equipment Lead

Where Greatness Grows

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution.

Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy.

Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives.

From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada's skylines coast-to-coast.

Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible.

Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners.

You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Reporting to the Manager, Fleet & Equipment while working in conjunction with the Fleet Lead, the Tool & Equipment Lead will coordinate activities associated with tools, equipment, warehouse, and yard.

They will assist in scheduling & maintenance of equipment, and of the inspection and record management of all tools and inventory including analyzing the need for replacement and/or the cost of repairs.

This position will support the development and implementation of advanced technology for the consolidated management of tools and equipment.

This position is based in Edmonton.

What You Will Be Working On

Work together with the Digital Optimization team to research and investigate advanced software and processes to provide recommendations for the implementation of an automated tool management solution.
Provide knowledge and expertise in the development and advancement of tool and equipment management strategies.
Support the RFx process for the selection of a tooling and equipment software system.
Lead for technical tooling and equipment knowledge to support the RFx process.
Collaborate with operations to assess and improve current tool and equipment management processes.
Migrate all onsite tools and equipment into a software management system.
Collaborate with Supply Chain to capture new tool and equipment purchases into the software system.
Report on inventory levels, supply chain progress and procedural efficiencies.
Coordinate and schedule daily activities of equipment and tool requirements.
Maintain inventory of available, tools, materials and equipment, monitoring overall demand to anticipate future supply needs.
Complete data analysis to determine and identify inventory levels, utilization, and potential shortages and/or delivery delays.
Propose and implement strategies to reduce cost and improve procedures for supply chain logistics.
Oversee preventative maintenance of tools and equipment including testing and calibration, providing required reporting to management.
Develop loss prevention program and strategies to eliminate loss and hoarding while maximizing utilization.
Assess and escalate safety concerns.
Coordinate with Manager of Fleet & Equipment, Operations and Purchasing or other personnel to expedite movement of tools/equipment between project sites or suppliers.
Assist in the layout of tool rooms, warehouse, yard and other storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight and related factors of tools and items being stored.
Advise employees on care and preservation of items received, stored and shipped methods and use of equipment in handling, storing, maintaining and shipping stock and related problems.
Schedule work for special and periodic tools and equipment inventories.
Develop business relationships with internal customers and key suppliers.

What We Are Looking For

A combination of training, education and experience equivalent to 5+ years in an Industrial Construction Inventory, Tool, and Equipment inventory environment
Warehousing knowledge and experience would be considered an asset
Team Lead or supervisory experience would be considered an asset
Implementation experience with tool management software such as ToolHound or ToolWatch.
Experience using SAP or other ERP's is an essential requirement
Mechanically inclined with a proven ability to adapt quickly to ev