Sutherland Heavy Civil is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to provide operational leadership across our civil construction, earthworks, mining, and infrastructure projects. Reporting to the VP, Operations, this role is responsible for driving execution, improving systems and processes, supporting project performance, and building high-performing teams. The ideal candidate brings significant contractor-side experience managing large-scale projects and has a proven track record of operational excellence, process improvement, and organizational growth.

Location & Travel

This role is semi-remote with frequent travel to West Kootenays, West Kelowna and project sites.

Why Join Sutherland Heavy Civil?

Meaningful work on civil construction, mining, and infrastructure projects

Competitive pay, comprehensive rewards and perks

Quality equipment, resources, and support to help you perform at your best

Opportunities to build a long-term career, not just a job

Local roots and proud supporters of the communities where we live and work

Starting at $180,000 (negotiable) plus bonus

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.

Process Improvement & Systems Development

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

Project Performance

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.

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.

Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

10+ years of progressive civil-operations 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. Extended health, dental and vision

Life and travel insurance coverages

Employee assistance program

Generous pension matching

Referral bonus opportunities

About Sutherland Heavy Civil

Sutherland Heavy Civil is a broad-based forestry services provider with a strong focus on environmentally responsible and sustainable practices. For over 15 years, Sutherland Heavy Civil has delivered mobile large-scale chipping and grinding, forestry consulting, screening, road building and maintenance, and equipment rental services across British Columbia and Alberta.

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.

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.

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📌 Operations / General Manager - Remote (West Kelowna)
🏢 The Sutherland Group of Companies
📍 West Kelowna