Infinity Métis Corporation (IMC) is on a mission to create and deepen business opportunities for the Métis Community of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB). Since 2003, we've done this while maintaining the values of environmental sustainability and promoting Métis heritage within our region.

To our people, we offer flexibility and the opportunity to generate growth opportunities by presenting ideas and showing initiative. We are proud to provide our team with the chance to innovate in Indigenous business while working with local membership, social profits, and educational institutions.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the President & CEO of Infinity Métis Corp. (IMC), the Vice President, Operations is a senior executive responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across Infinity General Contracting, Métis Trackers and Lynco Energy Services.

This role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery while aligning operations with the company’s long-term vision and goals. The Vice President, Operations oversees operational planning, performance management, budgeting, and risk mitigation, while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across all business lines.

The role is responsible for mentoring senior leaders, standardizing best practices, and driving innovation to enhance efficiency and organizational effectiveness. As a key partner to the President & CEO, the Vice President, Operations contributes to corporate strategy, supports business development, and represents the organization with clients, partners, and Indigenous communities. This position requires a results-driven leader with the ability to balance strategic foresight and hands-on operational expertise, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term

success.

The incumbent will conduct all activities in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of IMC, as well as adherence to all established Policies and Procedures.

This permanent full-time salaried position is based on forty (40) hours weekly. Given the executive capacity, additional hours may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Infinity General Contracting, Lynco Energy Services, and Métis Trackers.

• Mentor and coach senior operational leaders, fostering a high-performance culture, workforce development, and succession planning.

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic goals and operational objectives to drive organizational growth, align with the company’s vision, and ensure long-term sustainability.

• Conduct regular reviews with direct reports to assess progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where needed.

• Collaborate with the President & CEO on corporate strategy, growth opportunities, and operational improvements.

• Oversee construction and energy projects from tender award through completion, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations.

• Ensure effective project management, contract administration, progress billings, and reporting for operational and financial accountability.

• Champion a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with HS&E, OH&S, and industry regulations.

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment in accordance with IMC’s mission, vision, and values.

• Standardize best practices, processes, and systems across all operations to drive efficiency and consistency.

• Create and lead operational planning, execution, and performance management, including KPIs, budgets, and forecasts.

• Ensure operational risk management and business continuity plans are in place to safeguard service delivery and financial stability.

• Identify operational challenges and implement innovative solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

• Support business development through operational input on proposals, feasibility, and project delivery capacity.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners to enhance reputation and market presence.

• Represent the organization in key external meetings, fostering positive community and Indigenous engagement and supporting local economic development.

• Lead change initiatives that enhance operational growth, transformation, and service delivery.

• Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and technology adoption to drive organizational effectiveness.

• Identify and purse strategic business development opportunities.

• Prepare and present executive-level reports and presentation to the President & CEO and Board of Directors, offering insight into performance, risk, and growth opportunities.

• Lead corporate risk management and business continuity planning to proactively mitigate threats to operational stability and reputation, and,

• Other relatable duties as required.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline is preferred; a trade or technical background with extensive operational leadership experience will be considered.

• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressive leadership experience, including at least five (5) years in a senior executive role with oversight of multidisciplinary teams is required.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License, along with a clean driver’s abstract is required.

• Criminal Record Check is required.

• Demonstrated success in leading complex operations and cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated success managing large-scale construction or industrial operations.

• Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts, and complex operational processes.

• High emotional intelligence and superior interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and organizational skills.

• Strong knowledge of project management, construction execution, HS&E, and financial oversight.

• Strong problem-solving, strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.

• Proven track record of executing business strategies and driving measurable outcomes.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information.

• Experience working with Indigenous organizations, communities, or in a culturally diverse environments are considered assets.

• A collaborative, people-first leadership style with a proven ability to lead through influence, integrity, and innovation in turn building high-performing teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, data analysis tools, and project management software; and

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Qualified status with the Métis Nation of Alberta or fluency in Dene Cree are preferred candidate traits.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.