About Us
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Your future starts here.
Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development.
At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey.
Our values showcase everything we believe in:
A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.
A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.
A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Lead to join our team in Grande Prairie, Canada. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing our operational processes, driving efficiency, and leading a team of professionals to achieve organizational goals.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with industry professionals, consultants, and area clients to help grow the business.
- Identifying and pursuing area client business development with Alberta government, municipalities, and other transportation infrastructure opportunities.
- Providing leadership, daily management, and mentoring to area team members.
- Leading and/or assisting with proposals
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company objectives
- Lead and mentor a team of operations professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Manage budgets, forecast resource needs, and allocate funds effectively
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of operations
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational efficiency
- Identify and mitigate operational risks through proactive planning and risk management strategies
- Drive process improvement initiatives and lead change management efforts
- Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies across all operational activities
- Assisting with recruitment process.
- Completing performance reviews for assigned staff.
- Responsible for overall management and administration of the Grande Prairie office.
- Responsible for Health and Safety in the Grande Prairie office and support of the joint health and safety committee representative.
- Responsible for managing timesheets and expense reports for assigned staff.
What do we need from you
- Minimum of 10 years of consulting engineering industry within Canada
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations management, with a proven track record in a leadership role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities
- Proficiency in operational planning, budgeting, and financial analysis
- Advanced project management skills; PMP certification is an asset
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and manage change effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and operational best practices
- Experience with performance management and team development
- Ability to travel occasionally within the region as required
- Familiarity with operational metrics and KPIs in a relevant industry setting
What's in it for you?
Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates.
This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.
At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.
