Director of Operations

The Kootenays offer a rare combination of career opportunities and exceptional quality of life. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and endless outdoor recreation, the region is ideal for those who enjoy skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, golfing, or simply spending time outdoors.

From the vibrant communities of Nelson, Castlegar, and Trail to the small-town charm of Salmo, Fruitvale, and Christina Lake, you'll find welcoming communities, shorter commutes, excellent schools, and a lifestyle that prioritizes family.

• Execute strategic priorities established by the VP, Operations.

• Lead operational planning, forecasting, resource allocation, and performance management.

• Ensure consistency and accountability across projects, regions, and business units.

• Support project teams in achieving operational, financial, safety, and client objectives.

• Evaluate operational workflows and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Implement scalable systems, processes, and reporting structures.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, safety, and profitability.

• Champion technology adoption and operational best practices.

• Monitor project execution against schedule, budget, quality, and safety targets.

• Develop key performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.

• Identify risks proactively and implement corrective actions.

• Support project teams in overcoming operational challenges and constraints.

• Mentor, coach, and develop operational leaders.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Lead organizational change initiatives and operational transformation efforts.

• Establish clear performance expectations and development plans.

• Serve as the primary operational liaison between leadership and field operations.

• Support growth initiatives, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities.

• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

• Ensure company priorities and strategic objectives are consistently executed.

• 10+ years of progressive operational leadership experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

• Extensive experience overseeing large-scale heavy civil, earthworks, mining, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

• Proven success managing multiple projects, teams, and operating locations simultaneously.

• Strong contractor-side experience with a solid understanding of project execution, resource planning, and operational performance.

• Demonstrated ability to implement systems, processes, reporting structures, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Experience leading organizational growth, change management, and operational transformation.

• Contract management and commercial/project financial management experience is highly preferred.

• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly to support remote and field-based operations throughout Western Canada.

• Post-secondary education in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Operations Management, or a related field, as well as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, Gold Seal, or similar certifications are considered an asset.

• Candidates located in the West Kootenays, or those open to relocating to the region, are strongly preferred. We remain open to considering exceptional candidates from other locations.

BC Eco Industrial Services is a Heavy Civil Construction Contractor with a strong focus on large-scale construction, mining, and pipeline. For over 15 years, BC Eco has delivered mobile large-scale chipping and grinding, forestry consulting, screening, road building and maintenance, and equipment rental services across Western Canada.

The Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities.

Ready to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you.

Different perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law.

If you require any accommodation at any point during the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.