Leadership development program Jobs in Kitchener, ON

We are seeking a Manager who will oversee production, operations and project delivery for our commercial roofing business.

We are a modern and top of the line provider of roofing services that cover all types of commercial roofs.

We are currently in need of a manager who has prior experience in management or supervision of commercial construction operations, sites, or projects.

Your work involves being in office as well as in job sites and client/customer offices or meetings and you will report directly to the company president.

The ideal candidate will be capable of overseeing operational leadership & project delivery, estimating, contracts, financial oversight, people leadership & development, health, safety & compliance, equipment, materials & supply chain, and business development & customer relations.

Duties

• Work closely with the President on all activities as required
• Lead and oversee active projects across new construction, re-roofing, and service to maximize efficiency, quality, and profitability.
• Coordinate daily and long-term scheduling of labor, equipment, and resources in alignment with corporate priorities and production targets.
• Attend site meetings and maintain communication with key stakeholders including site supervisors, project managers, and owners.
• Monitor project performance, analyzing productivity, costs, and margins against established targets.
• Develop and implement go / no-go tools related to weather conditions and production effectiveness
• Review and approve estimating, quotations, contracts, and purchase orders.
• Participate in financial reviews including budgeting, job costing, vendor performance, and margin analysis.
• Collaborate with accounting on delinquent accounts receivable, including production reduction techniques when required.
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop production leadership and direct reports.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and administer discipline and feedback.
• Support development of job profiles and compensation structures for key personnel.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and legal requirements.
• Promote a safe and accountable work environment.
• Oversee equipment usage, maintenance scheduling, and life cycle planning.
• Manage programs to ensure adequate materials and supplies.
• Maintain strong supplier and partner relationships.
• Support new business development initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers and partners.
• Ensure best-in-class service delivery and customer satisfaction.

We offer an Excellent Compensation package including:

• A starting salary of $110,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on qualifications, experience and performance
• Performance bonus program tied to individual and company results
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance with fuel and maintenance as applicable
• Benefits, including your family (Dental, Vision, Healthcare and insurances)
• A professional and friendly work environment with advancement opportunities
• Company benefit programs and other tools and resources required to support the successful performance of the role
• Paid Annual leaves

WHAT do you need to have?

• At least 5 years experience as a manager or supervisor in commercial construction or industrial operations environment (commercial roofing - preferred)
• Post-secondary education (construction management, engineering, business or other related fields – preferred)
• Hands-on leadership and communication skills
• Understanding or estimating, job costing, and other financial metrics
• Knowledge and understanding of continuous improvement principles
• Analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with high level of professionalism, accountability and safety awareness

If you’re looking for a company where you can grow and that values it's employees, apply now!

We value candidate experience. This is a real job. Our system uses AI to suggest good matches, but a human will read and assess (screen) each application. At times, you will be asked to do an initial recorded video interview but a human will watch, listen and assess this recorded video interview and do the subsequent interviews.