Lead people. Drive performance. Deliver quality.

Central Painting Inc. is seeking an organized, accountable Operations Manager to lead production operations and help our crews deliver safe, efficient, high-quality work.

Reporting directly to the National Operations Manager, you will oversee foremen, field personnel and subcontractors while coordinating project schedules, materials, and fleet resources. You will connect project planning with field execution ensuring crews understand the work, customers stay informed and projects meet quality, productivity and budget expectations.

This role is ideal for a practical leader who anticipates challenges, develops people, and follows through on commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning and Scheduling

- Manage the production schedule, balancing project requirements, backlog, deadlines and available resources.
- Assign foremen and crews based on availability, skills, training and project complexity.
- Communicate schedules and changes clearly to customers, foremen and internal teams.
- Plan ahead to ensure crews have the information, materials, equipment and support needed for each day’s work.
- Order materials and coordinate delivery timing and placement at jobsites.
- Manage vendor relationships, verify supplier invoice pricing and issue purchase orders for subcontractors.

Team Leadership and Safety

- Direct, coach and support foremen, strengthening their leadership and crew management skills.
- Hire and develop field personnel, working with Human Resources to coordinate training.
- Implement and maintain the company’s safety program and monitor safe work practices across jobsites.
- Ensure crews are appropriately assigned, prepared and operating safely each day.
- Immediately report safety incidents to Human Resources and the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
- Hold employees and subcontractors accountable for safety, workmanship, productivity and skilled conduct.

Customer Service and Quality





- Take ownership of project quality, with a focus on completing work correctly the first time.
- Communicate with customers before, during and after projects to clarify expectations and address concerns.
- Ensure field teams understand special customer requirements and site conditions.
- Manage warranty and service claims, coordinating timely follow-up and resolution.
- Maintain high standards for crew appearance, vehicle and equipment condition, and jobsite presentation.
- Ensure jobsites remain orderly and are cleaned daily and upon completion.

Contract Review and Project Readiness

- Review production files to confirm they contain the photos, drawings, detailed specifications and instructions needed to execute the work.
- Verify that proposed methods and site conditions allow projects to be completed safely.
- Assess whether pricing reflects project scope, complexity and execution requirements.
- Identify and return projects for correction when pricing, specifications or customer commitments are incomplete, unclear or unrealistic.
- Work with sales management to resolve concerns before scheduling and prevent recurring issues.

Productivity and Profitability

- Communicate job budgets to field supervisors and foremen before work begins.
- Establish clear quality and productivity standards for employees and subcontractors.
- Monitor crew performance against project budgets and production expectations.
- Identify delays, resource gaps and performance concerns early, and coordinate corrective action.

Fleet Management

- Coordinate vehicle purchases, sales,



maintenance and repairs with the Shop Manager and other relevant departments.
- Assign vehicles and trailers according to project requirements and maintain accurate assignment and sign-in/sign-out records.
- Ensure foremen receive training in vehicle inspections, safe operation and required documentation, including Ministry of Transportation inspection logs.
- Develop and maintain fleet usage, management and safety procedures with the Shop Manager.
- Work with Human Resources to ensure company vehicles are operated only by authorized employees covered by company insurance.
- Coordinate fuel card assignments with the President, General Manager and sales team, as appropriate.

What You Bring

- Experience managing field operations, production teams or subcontractors in painting, construction or a related trade.
- Strong planning, scheduling and organizational skills.
- Practical knowledge of jobsite safety, quality control and project execution.
- Confidence reviewing project specifications, budgets and resource requirements.
- The ability to coach foremen, resolve problems and hold teams accountable.
- Clear, professional communication with customers, crews, suppliers and internal departments.
- A customer-focused approach, sound judgment and a strong commitment to integrity and dependable follow-through.

What Success Looks Like Your crews are prepared and working safely. Customers understand what to expect. Project files provide clear direction. Materials and equipment arrive when needed. Quality issues are addressed promptly, and teams meet established productivity and budget expectations.

Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Construction Operations Manager (Edmonton)
🏢 Central Painting
📍 Edmonton