Area Manager
Required skills
- Snow removal
- Winter maintenance
- Field operations
- Crew management
- Contractor management
- Site inspections
- Safety standards
- Operational standards
- Quality standards
- Microsoft Office
Nice to have
- Landscaping
- Construction
- Logistics
- Service excellence
- Operational performance
- Client communication
Role summary
Strathmore Landscaping is seeking an Area Manager to oversee winter maintenance operations across multiple commercial sites in Calgary. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring operations to ensure service excellence, operational performance, client satisfaction, and adherence to company standards. Key duties include managing crews and contractors, monitoring weather, conducting site inspections, ensuring safety and quality, managing documentation, and reporting to management. The position requires 3+ years of experience in field operations management within relevant industries, strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, proficiency with technology, and a valid driver's license.
Location: Calgary and Edmonton
Industry: Snow Removal
Employment Type: Full-time, Seasonal
Who we are
For over 60 years, Strathmore Landscaping has been a trusted leader in the landscaping and snow removal industry. With nearly 300 full-time employees, we proudly deliver reliable, year-round services from coast to coast.
What sets us apart:
- Long-term partnerships with loyal clients across Canada
- Custom, integrated solutions using time-tested practices
- A strong commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible landscaping
- A collaborative and respectful work environment
Job Summary
The Area Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring winter maintenance operations across multiple commercial sites in the Calgary area. This role focuses on service excellence, operational performance, client communication, and quality assurance to ensure company standards and customer expectations are consistently achieved.
Major Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee snow and ice management operations across multiple sites.
- Monitor weather conditions and coordinate crew and equipment mobilization.
- Conduct site inspections before, during, and after weather events.
- Monitor and uphold company safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Manage site documentation, reports, service tickets, and purchase orders.
- Investigate and document incidents, property damage, and customer complaints.
- Review and approve ancillary work and operational records.
- Participate in pre-season planning, mid-season reviews, and post-season evaluations.
- Provide regular operational updates and feedback to management.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience managing field operations, crews, or contractors in landscaping, snow removal, construction, logistics, or a related industry.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and mobile technology.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts during weather events.
Terms
- Extended hours required during weather events.
- Company vehicle provided.
- Travel throughout the Calgary or Edmonton region required.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- Clean driving abstract
Why Join Strathmore?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Paid vacation and leave.
- Comprehensive benefits and Group RRSP program.
- Company vehicle provided.
- Professional, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
- Opportunity to grow with a national industry leader.
