Job openings manager in overhead distribution engineering leading a team in Burnaby, BC. Focusing on coaching, planning, and project support for client delivery.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of 10+ (1:1s, coaching, feedback, recognition, performance management)
Create clarity and structure: roles, expectations, priorities, workflows, and “how we work” norms
Build a high-performing culture: psychological safety, accountability, learning, and ownership
Support project delivery through planning, resourcing, and removing blockers
Drive hiring and onboarding: help attract talent, improve interviews, and build a strong ramp-up program
Coordinate quality and consistency by ensuring the right reviews happen at the right times
Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to align on timelines, risks, and expectations
Champion continuous improvement: reduce rework, increase throughput, and strengthen team communication
Requirements
Proven experience leading a team (formal manager or strong team lead with people accountability)
Skilled in coaching, feedback, conflict resolution, and performance management
Comfortable setting direction, holding accountability, and building trust
Strong communicator across different personality types, disciplines, and locations
Strong planning and prioritization skills across multiple projects and shifting deadlines
Ability to build repeatable processes, dashboards, and team routines that scale
Experience in utility pole line / overhead distribution and familiarity with Western Canada standards
Working knowledge of tools like AutoCAD and platforms such as SpidaCalc / PLS-CADD / QuickPole
Benefits
Competitive compensation with performance incentives
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