Branch Manager, Cold Lake

Job summary

Lead the Cold Lake Mega Project’s operations, workforce, equipment, customer relationships, and financial performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of services. Monitor KPIs, maintain compliance with company, site, and regulatory requirements, and guide project teams through mobilization, execution, and demobilization.

Job details

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026. In Canada, Herc Rentals has a significant presence with multiple locations across the country. The company provides a wide range of equipment rental services to various industries, including construction, industrial, and government sectors. Herc Rentals is committed to supporting Canadian businesses by offering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. The company also focuses on safety and sustainability, ensuring that its operations comply with Canadian regulations and standards. Job Purpose The Mega Project Branch Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operational success of the Company's Cold Lake Mega Project operations. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of equipment, services, and workforce support to meet project objectives and customer expectations. The Mega Project Branch Manager will lead project-based operations, oversee financial performance, develop customer relationships, manage equipment and personnel resources, and ensure compliance with all company, site, and regulatory requirements. What you will do... Lead all operational activities in support of the Cold Lake Mega Project. Ensure project profitability through effective budget management, cost control, and financial reporting. Develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders, customers, contractors, and site leadership. Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management to ensure appropriate staffing levels throughout the project lifecycle. Manage equipment utilization, fleet readiness, maintenance coordination, and asset allocation to maximize operational efficiency. Monitor project KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve operational and financial targets. Ensure compliance with all safety programs, site requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards. Conduct operational reviews, audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely delivery of equipment, services, and support. Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, customer service, and operational excellence. Support project mobilization, execution, and demobilization activities as required. Identify opportunities to expand service offerings and strengthen customer partnerships throughout the duration of the project. Skills Strong customer and stakeholder relationship management skills. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced project environment. Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management. Employee coaching, training, and development experience. Sound judgment, decision-making, and conflict-resolution abilities. Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining operational efficiency and safety performance. Experience working in large-scale industrial, construction, turnaround, or mega project environments is considered an asset. Requirements Demonstrated leadership experience managing operations within the construction, industrial services, or equipment rental industry. Strong understanding of project-based operations, resource planning, and equipment management. Proven ability to manage budgets, financial reporting, and operational KPIs. Experience building and maintaining strong customer and contractor relationships. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing demands effectively. KPI-driven with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Professional, respectful, and collaborative leadership style with an unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical business practices. Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams to achieve exceptional results. Strong commitment to safety leadership and promoting a safety-first culture. Experience working with financial and operational reporting systems. Conditions of Employment Ability to pass a Federal Criminal Background Check. Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in construction, industrial services, equipment rental, or project operations, including direct management of teams of 10 or more employees. Experience supporting large-scale industrial projects, maintenance projects, or mega projects is preferred. Ability to work on-site in Cold Lake, Alberta. Ability to travel as required. Valid Class 5 Driver's License. A recent driver's abstract will be required. Must meet all site-specific access and safety requirements, including successful completion of required orientation and safety training. Req #: 71607 Type: Headcount Increase Pay Range: $120,000 - $130,000 plus profit share plus living allowance Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role. Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following. Keeping you healthy Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life and disability insurance Healthcare spending account Smoking Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Herc Life Wellness Program Building Your Financial Future Company matched Pension Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Registered Retirement Savings Plan Non Registered Savings Plan Tax Free Spending Account (TFSA) Life & Work Harmony Paid Vacation Time Off (Minimum 3 weeks) Paid sick days Military leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $500 per year Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Herc Rentals is an equal opportunity employer. Herc Rentals does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sourcing or recruiting candidates.

What you’ll do

Lead the Cold Lake Mega Project’s operations, workforce, equipment, customer relationships, and financial performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of services. Monitor KPIs, maintain compliance with company, site, and regulatory requirements, and guide project teams through mobilization, execution, and demobilization.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of leadership experience in construction, industrial services, equipment rental, or project operations, including direct management of teams of 10 or more. Candidates must be able to work on-site in Cold Lake, travel as needed, hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license, pass a federal criminal background check, and meet site access and safety requirements; large-scale project experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Smoking Cessation Program
• Weight Loss Program
• Wellness Program
• Company-Matched Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• Non-Registered Savings Plan
• Tax-Free Savings Account
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mechanic Tool Reimbursement
• Auto and Home Insurance Discounts
• Profit Share
• Living Allowance

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer and Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Leadership
• Communication
• Team Management
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Cost Management
• Employee Coaching and Development
• Decision-Making
• Conflict Resolution
• Operational Planning
• Problem-Solving
• Equipment and Fleet Management
• KPI Monitoring
• Safety Leadership
• Financial Reporting
• Continuous Improvement

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Logistics
• Security & Safety

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