Job Description
Job Description
Executive Officer - Building Materials and Lumber
Location : Remote within Alberta
Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours / week)
Travel : Approximately 30–40 nights per year within Alberta
Our client is a well-established, province-wide industry association representing manufacturers and stakeholders within the structural building components sector. They play a critical role in advocacy, regulatory engagement, industry education, and the development of best practices across Alberta.
They are currently seeking an Executive Officer - Building Materials and Lumber to serve as the Association’s primary operational and administrative leader. This is a unique opportunity for a highly autonomous professional who enjoys variety, responsibility, and meaningful work that directly impacts an entire sector.
About the Role Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Officer will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Association, including governance, financial administration, member engagement, and government relations. This role is ideal for someone who is self-directed, organized, comfortable working independently, and confident representing an industry with professionalism and credibility.
This is not a corporate environment—it is best suited to someone who enjoys ownership, flexibility, and being the central point of coordination.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Administration
- Support Board, Executive, and committee meetings (agendas, minutes, action tracking)
- Organize and manage the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and bylaws
- Maintain governance records, policies, and official documentation
Government Relations & Advocacy
Monitor regulatory and policy changes affecting the construction and manufacturing sectorsBuild relationships with government ministries, building officials, and regulatorsRepresent the Association in consultations and advisory groupsDraft briefing notes, position papers, advocacy letters, and presentationsCommunicate regulatory updates clearly to membersFinancial Administration
Oversee bookkeeping, invoicing, and reconciliationsPrepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reportsCoordinate annual financial review or auditTrack membership dues and financial commitmentsMember Engagement & Communications
Serve as the primary point of contact for members and stakeholdersProduce newsletters, regulatory updates, and industry communicationsRepresent the Association at industry meetings and eventsEvents & Programming
Organize training sessions, workshops, and industry meetingsLead planning and execution of the annual conferenceSupport education and outreach initiativesIndustry Knowledge & Collaboration
Maintain a working understanding of manufacturing and construction standardsStay current with applicable codes and regulationsCollaborate with engineers, building officials, and industry partnersWho They’re Looking For
Experience in association management, operations, or administrationExposure to government relations, advocacy, or regulatory environmentsStrong organizational and financial administration skillsConfident communicator and presenterComfortable working independently and managing competing prioritiesProfessional, diplomatic, and member-focusedConstruction, manufacturing, or building materials industry exposure (preferred)Understanding of not-for-profit governance is an assetWillingness to travel within AlbertaWhy This Opportunity
Rare leadership role within a respected provincial associationHigh level of autonomy and ownershipDirect influence on industry policy and standardsRemote flexibility within AlbertaLong-term stabilityRelationship-driven, purpose-focused work