- Responsible for LaPrairie Works Operational, HSE, Quality performance and contract specification compliance management.
- Be the first point of contact for all Contract-related issues.
- Actively participate in collaborative partnering and foster mutual understanding with Alberta Transportation representatives.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local municipalities, business partners, vendors and the general public.
- Work with the Alberta Transportation Operations Manager to resolve complex issues escalated from the Highway Maintenance Superintendent.
- Prepare reports as required and participate in the regular performance review process with Alberta Transportation Representatives.
- Guide & direct the Highway Maintenance Superintendent for the management of contract operations applicable to our highway maintenance yards, the supervisors and crews, operating from those yards, to carry out summer/winter Highway Maintenance work or other highway/bridge/construction activities as contracted.
- Ensure that Highway Maintenance Work and workforce are effectively planned, scheduled, managed, and operating in accordance with, daily/weekly/monthly/annual corporate budgets, customer work orders and the related schedules.
- Explore, evaluate and price extra work opportunities in order to supplement our regular Highway Maintenance Work to improve revenues for this region while achieving cost effective, profitable results overall.
- Implement proactive measures are implemented to assist the supervisory group with ongoing assessments and monitoring of employee performance issues as they relate to LaPrairie Works policies, operational targets, contract specifications and the MOU.
- Facilitate the instruction and training of employees; including in-house safety training courses, ACSA modules and Train the Trainer, employee orientations and onboarding, and ensure the Environmental, Health and Safety program and the Environmental Management Plans are understood and properly applied.
- Maintain a 'Personal Daily Log' containing concise records of necessary schedules, reports, inspections and investigations.
- Research and recommend best practices and contract process improvements and operational innovations.
- Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a leadership role at an Operations or Contract Manager level in the highway maintenance or civil construction industry.
- Excellent communication skills (oral & written).
- Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, presentation, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities capable of handling pressure and challenges.
- Ability to build and maintain lasting and positive relationships with corporate departments, key business partners, and customers.
- Willingness to innovate and successfully test new strategies and Continuous Improvements, and while incorporating them into existing processes in an organized and effective manner.
- Comprehensive understanding of local, territorial, and federal highway maintenance and civil construction regulations.
- Solid understanding of the nuances within contract management processes.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Project Software).
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LAPRAIRIE Hanna, Canada Full timeResponsibilities: · Ensure LaPrairie Works Inc. Environmental, Health & Safety (HSE) Program is being properly applied and followed. · Ensure Standard specifications for the applicable Highway Maintenance Contracts are being implemented and followed. · Organize and monitor highw ...
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Operations Manager
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Government of Alberta Hanna, Canada**Job Information** · Job Requisition ID: 53895 · Ministry: Transportation and Economic Corridors · Location: Hanna · Full or Part-Time: Full Time · Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week · Permanent/Temporary: Permanent · Scope: Open Competition · Closing Date: March 27, 2024 · Cla ...
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LAPRAIRIE Hanna, Canada Full timeLaPrairie Works Inc. is a diversified and growing highway maintenance, construction, and transportation specialist. We come with over 40 years of operating experience in Western Canada. We provide expertise in highway and bridge maintenance, slope stabilization, and environmental ...
Operations Manager, Highway Maintenance - Hanna, Canada - LAPRAIRIE
Description
LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, provides highway and bridge maintenance, civil construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.
We are looking to expand our highway maintenance operations areas and are preparing a response to an RFP announced by the Provincial Government for a highway maintenance contract in Central and Eastern Alberta.
As such, LaPrairie Works is calling for applications to fill the role of Operations Manager, Highway Maintenance for Alberta – Hanna and Oyen (CMA 519) contract maintenance area.
The successful candidate will be hired should LaPrairie Works be successful in procuring the contract for this region.
The Operations Manager, Highway Maintenance is responsible for managing LaPrairie Works Inc's contract with the Alberta Department of Transportation, ensuring compliance with the terms, conditions and specifications. The Operations Manager, Highway Maintenance will work closely with the Highway Maintenance Superintendent and their Operations team, Alberta Transportation Representatives and the public at large, while managing the entire contract cycle in accordance with federal, provincial, and municipal laws and Company policies and procedures. The Operations Manager, Highway Maintenancewill be the main point of contact for all issues related to the company performance in the region.
Key responsibilities:
Requirements
LaPrairie Works Inc provides Industry-leading compensation and benefits, relocation assistance, professional training, and development opportunities and all within a supportive, dynamic, and proactive work environment.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
