Plant Manager

Regarding Hiring

This role offers the potential for employment with any of the joint venture companies involved in the project. Hiring decisions are based on equal opportunities across each team.

About the Project

Cross Fraser Partnership (CFP) is a Bouygues Construction Canada Inc., Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas Canada Ltd., Pomerleau BC Inc. and Arcadis Canada Inc. general partnership that has been selected to collaboratively deliver a new, eight-lane immersed tube tunnel that will replace the existing George Massey Tunnel on Highway 99. The new tunnel will have three vehicle lanes and a dedicated transit lane in each direction, with a separated active transportation corridor for cyclists and pedestrians.

Position Overview

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and supervision of plant operations across construction. This role ensures that equipment, temporary utilities, subcontractor resources, and lifting operations are managed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and WorkSafe BC requirements. The Plant Manager will lead plant teams, manage budgets, and support continuous improvement of plant performance while acting as a key partner to project management.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, organize, and supervise plant teams to achieve operational objectives.

Manage the overall fleet of equipment, ensuring proper maintenance, safety compliance, and performance monitoring (*see non-exhaustive list of major equipment below)

Oversee installation, inspections, and maintenance of temporary electricity networks throughout the construction period.

Coordinate the onboarding, verification, and ongoing control of subcontractors’ equipment.

Organize and supervise lifting operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and proper use of lifting accessories.

Develop and implement plant-related procedures, schedules, and budgets in alignment with project goals.

Ensure adherence to quality and safety standards, participating in audits and safety initiatives.

Provide recommendations for plant improvements and contribute to investment planning and asset renewal.

Education and qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in plant or construction equipment management, or 10 years with a relevant degree.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage large multicultural teams.

High-level knowledge of plant equipment, temporary works, and lifting operations.

Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.

Strong commitment to safety management and compliance with WorkSafe BC standards.

*Non-exhaustive list of major equipment:

6 Heavy Duty Tower cranes

10 Mobile cranes from 55T to 200T capacity

10 Crawler cranes from 100T to 400T capacity

6 concrete pump trucks 42m/58m

20 Trucks with Trailer bed / Hiab

8 Telehandlers

12 Manlifts

Large system of dewatering pumps

Large fleet of Excavation and Road Works equipment

Why You Should Apply

Up to 5% RRSP matching.

Career advancement, training, and education opportunities.

Travel allowance.

Four weeks vacation.

The expected salary range for this opportunity is $190,000 – $230,000 . Please note that salaries may vary depending on the candidate’s experience and geographical location. Listed compensation is exclusive of bonus and in addition to our extensive employee benefits program which is listed above. Availability of certain benefits may vary based on the specific job role.