This is a high-impact, project-focused leadership role designed for a strategic "executor" who thrives in a fast-paced environments. As a key member of the Atlantic Canada Regional Leadership Team, you will serve as the primary architect for operational integration and capital efficiency and execution across the region.
While this role has no direct reports, it is a heavyweight influencer position. You will be the bridge between corporate strategy and regional execution, requiring the ability to drive results through collaboration, professional credibility, and a relentless focus on getting things done.
Location
Halifax, Saint John, St. John's or other suitable area within Atlantic
Key Responsibilities
Capital Program Execution ($10M+ Annual Budget)
Support the development and oversight of the annual capital budget.
Partner with local operations to prioritize projects that drive the highest ROI
Monitor project milestones and spend to ensure all capital investments are delivered on time and within budget
Be a direct influencer, owner and project leader for key large-scale growth capital projects.
M&A; Integration & Synergy Realization
Support and lead where appropriate the "First 90 Days" post-close for recent acquisitions in the region.
Identify and extract tangible operational synergies (e.g., procurement savings, route density, consolidation) to meet or exceed deal models.
Strategic Project Leadership
Act as a "Special Projects" lead for the Regional Leadership Team, tackling complex business challenges as they arise (e.g., facility expansions, brownfield/greenfield opportunities)
Provide high-level project management and consulting to other Business Leaders to help them unlock growth or efficiency opportunities.
Navigate ambiguous environments to turn high-level strategic goals into actionable workstreams.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a self-directed professional who doesn't wait for a roadmap.
You are someone who takes extreme ownership and possesses the "grit" required to navigate organization hurdles
Required Qualifications
Mobility: Ability and willingness to travel between 30% and 50% of the time to various sites across Atlantic Canada to oversee integrations and capital projects.
Business Acumen: Deep understanding of P&L; management, capital allocation, and the levers that drive EBITDA
Agility: A "malleable" mindset - the ability to pivot quickly when business priorities shift
Influence without Authority: Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders without having a direct reporting line
Self-Directed: High "bias for action" you are comfortable operating in the "gray" and can build your own structure where none exists. When there is lag time between key projects, you are someone that will identify and grab hold of other opportunities to push the business forward
Bilingualism: Is considered an asset
Technical Skills
Expertise in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Experience in M&A; integration or corporate development considered an asset
Strong financial modeling and spreadsheet skills considered an asset
Why This Role?
This position offers a unique vista across the entire regional business. You will have the autonomy of a consultant with the "skin in the game" of a senior operator. If you enjoy the challenge of building something new and seeing the immediate impact of your work on the bottom line, this is your next career move.
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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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📌 Regional Manager, Strategic Projects (Nova Scotia)
🏢 GFL Environmental
📍 Nova Scotia