General Manager, Construction
About the job
- Make a difference by positively impacting the lives of the Tsay Keh Dene Nation within a supportive and welcoming community
- Earn competitively with an annual salary of $160,000-$180,000, plus comprehensive benefits based on your experience
- Grow your career in a holistic and rewarding workplace that values your contributions and professional development
About Chu Cho Industries
Chu Cho Industries, headquartered in Tsay Keh Dene Traditional Territory, is a leading Indigenous-owned business specializing in construction, transportation, timber harvesting, and industrial services across Northern British Columbia. Established to foster economic independence for the Tsay Keh Dene Nation, the company partners with key industries in forestry, mining, and energy, promoting sustainable development and environmental stewardship. Committed to community empowerment, their mission is to create meaningful employment and training opportunities for Tsay Keh Dene Nation members while delivering top-tier services that drive regional economic growth.
For more information, please visit our website: chuchoindustries.ca
About the Opportunity
Chu Cho Industries is looking for a full-time General Manager based in Prince George, BC.
Reporting to the President, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of Chu Cho Industries, ensuring that all activities align with the company’s mission and vision.
In this position, you will be primarily responsible for leading all departments, driving business growth, and ensuring the successful execution of projects.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Identifying and developing new business opportunities
- Making high-level decisions regarding company strategy and goals
- Reporting regularly to the President on company activities
- Overseeing fiscal activities including budgeting and financial reporting
- Implementing departmental policies and goals
- Managing staffing requirements, including hiring and training
- Ensuring legal and regulatory compliance in all business activities
- Enhancing the company’s brand and reputation
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About You
To qualify, you will need a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a relevant field, with 3-5+ years of high-level leadership and project management experience, preferably in an industrial sector.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Experience working with and for Indigenous groups
- Proven ability to make sound judgments and decisions while developing and adhering to budgets and strategic plans
- Demonstrated capability in setting and achieving goals and KPIs
- Proficiency in using computer software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor team progress
- Experience in motivating, inspiring, and providing feedback to employees
- Proven effectiveness in prioritizing multiple projects efficiently
- Extensive experience in project management within logging, heavy construction, pipeline, or oil and gas
- Strong ability to develop and adhere to budgets and strategic plans
As our ideal candidate, you will possess exceptional leadership skills, an innovative mindset, and strong interpersonal abilities to foster camaraderie and rapport within the team. You will be a strategic thinker with a strong sense of initiative, capable of driving change and improving collaboration, while managing and upskilling a junior team.
This critical leadership role requires a dynamic individual ready to reshape the company’s culture, overcome challenges, and contribute to the long-term success of Chu Cho Industries and Tsay Keh Dene Nation.
Note: Preference will be given to applicants who have Indigenous ancestry.
About the Benefits
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a highly competitive annual salary of $160,000-$180,000+, negotiable dependent on experience, along with a great host of benefits, including:
- 100% employer-covered Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- Pension plan - 5% match
- 3 weeks vacation
- 10 sick days (prorated based on hiring date)
- Relocation Assistance negotiable based on location and experience
- Access to organizational vehicles for work purposes
- Coverage for travel to the community and accommodation while in the community
- Professional and cultural development and training opportunities to support our employees' career growth and cultural understanding
- And many more!