Job Title: Branch Manager, Cold Lake
Cold Lake, AB, CAN, T0A 0B0
Employment Status: Full-time
Posting Start Date: 10/6/26
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Herc Employee Career PortalJob PurposeThe 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 healthyMedical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Healthcare spending account
Smoking Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Herc Life Wellness Program
Building Your Financial FutureCompany matched Pension Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Registered Retirement Savings Plan
Non Registered Savings Plan
Tax Free Spending Account (TFSA)
Life & Work HarmonyPaid 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 FamilyLife Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
