Shop Manager

Overview

Oversee shop operations, manage equipment/materials, budgets, and vendor relations for construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• vendor management
• compliance
• tech support
• equipment procurement
• budget management
• shop operations

Tasks

The Shop Manager oversees that day-to-day operations in the shop, ensuring that equipment and materials are supplied to job sites in the safest and most cost-effective manner. How will you contribute to the team? -Maintain equipment knowledge by monitoring trends and new technologies. -Develop and manage vendor relationships and industry contacts. -Maintain an understanding of codes and regulations (eg. hoisting, safety) that pertain to equipment and provide this knowledge to job sites as required. -Provide technical advice and information to sites on equipment including proper utilization, maintenance, and training requirements. -Work with the Shop Coordinator to purchase new materials or equipment for the job sites including providing input into the decision to rent or buy equipment. -Develop and manage the annual Shop Budget and closely monitor shop costs (rental, labor) and revenue).

Requirements

• hoisting
• cranes
• heavy equipment
• microsoft office
• leadership
• 8+ years

What You Bring

-Located in the Shop Office. Periodic travel to construction sites where personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety boots, safety classes and high visibility clothing) are required. -Knowledge of hoisting maintenance and repair would be an asset. -Strong knowledge of construction activities, materials and equipment. -Ability to work effectively in a team environment. -Good interpersonal and communication skills. -Cranes, mobile and tower experience. -Extensive exposure to heavy construction equipment. -Strong organization skills. -Strong leadership and active supervision skills. -A minimum of 8 years’ experience in a shop environment with -Computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).

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Benefits

-Employee Share Ownership -Top wages -Benefit coverage for you and your dependents -Vacation and Sick/FR days -Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)

About Kenaidan Contracting Ltd.

-In 2011, they joined Japan’s Obayashi group—gaining global resources while maintaining independent Canadian operations. -A founder’s legacy lives on: one co-founder’s name remains underlined in the logo, honoring a lasting influence. -Typical projects span heavy-civil work: transportation corridors, institutional campuses, water treatment plants and concrete structures. -Their in-house strength in concrete formwork and mechanical process systems sets them apart on resource-intensive builds. -From athletic facilities to municipal treatment plants, their portfolio combines breadth with technical depth. -In 2011, they joined Japan’s Obayashi group—gaining global resources while maintaining independent Canadian operations.

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