Our client is a leading, world-scale energy infrastructure business engaged in the transportation, processing, and storage of energy products across North America.

Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, NGL, the General Manager is accountable for the overall strategy and leadership of the commercial development and commercial operations teams within the NGL Facilities Business Unit. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team for the Facilities Business Unit, the General Manager works closely with the Vice President Operations, Associate General Counsel and Senior Manager Finance.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years relevant commercial / business development experience, with direct experience in the NGL industry, in addition to proven people leadership experience. Strong business acumen, ability to negotiate and maintain strong commercial relationships coupled with a track record of success in autonomously driving business growth objectives is a must.

If you would like to learn more about this incredible opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron McDonald at 403-407-1965 or via email: [email protected]

Our client, AT-PAC, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of quality scaffolding solutions to the construction and heavy industrial markets. In 2020, following an initial partnership to provide comprehensive global site solutions, AT-PAC was acquired by Doka, one of the world’s leading suppliers of formwork.

The Managing Director, Canada, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, will be responsible for leading the further growth and development of the company in Canada, and will have direct accountability for sales strategy and development, market penetration strategy and positioning, and the build out of new operating branches across the country. This position will ideally be based in Toronto.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of sales and operations experience with at least five years spent in a senior leadership role. A track record of success in autonomously driving business growth objectives and increasing the top-line within oil & gas, heavy construction or similar industrial businesses or market segments considered is important.

To learn more about this terrific opportunity with a growth oriented, global business, please contact Cameron McDonald at 403-407-1965 or via email [email protected].

Our client, the Calgary Winter Club (CWC) is one of Canada’s premiere private sport and social clubs, providing exceptional programs, services and opportunities for their member families and guests. Founded in 1958, the CWC is now home to a wide variety of state-of-the-art athletic facilities and offers exceptional programs and a diverse array of social and dining experiences all conveniently housed under one roof including a restaurant, bar, café, banquet spaces, 55+ club, music, wellness services, physiotherapy clinic and much more. The CWC is a not-for-profit organization, registered under the Companies Act of Alberta, and governed by a volunteer Board of Directors (the “Board”) elected from the membership.

CWC is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) who will manage all aspects of the club, including its activities and services and the relationships between the club and its Board of Directors, members, guests, employees, community, government, and industry peers. The CEO will manage and administer the club’s policies as defined by the Board of Directors and will oversee the development of operating policies and procedures as well as direct the work of all divisions and department managers.

The CEO will be responsible for implementing and monitoring the budget, ensuring the quality of CWC’s programs, products, and services, and ensures maximum member and guest satisfaction. The CEO is also accountable for securing and protecting CWC’s assets, including all facilities, intellectual property, and equipment.

The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 10 years of experience in the management and administration of a complex organization with multiple lines of business and a diverse array of services. Experience gained from within a member-based organization or the recreational or the hospitality sectors is ideal. Strong business acumen complimented by financial and managerial skills are a must. If you are results-driven, entrepreneurial, and have a passion for promoting continuous development and change management initiatives, please reach out to Rachel Janz at [email protected]. 

We are pleased to have partnered with AltaLink in their search for a Senior Vice President, Law & Regulatory, General Counsel (“SVP, Law & Regulatory”). Based in Calgary and reporting to the President and CEO, the SVP, Law & Regulatory is a member of AltaLink’s executive team. They provide counsel, oversight and leadership for the legal, risk, compliance and regulatory functions, as well as for all inter-affiliate relationships. The SVP, Law & Regulatory ensures that AltaLink is compliant and operating within the law in all jurisdictions where AltaLink operates, appropriately manages risk, obtains the revenue it requires and an appropriate return, conducts its business ethically and maintains its reputation with the regulator and other stakeholders.

Having leadership of the legal and regulatory teams, this individual will also mentor, inspire, coach and continue to develop the talented members of their teams. They will lead 5 direct reports and 36 indirect reports.

What we’re looking for

We’re targeting exceptional legal executives who bring a particular depth of expertise in the regulated electricity industry in Alberta.

The successful candidate must bring:

• A minimum of 15 years of post-call legal experience with a focus in the regulated electricity industry
• Previous executive team experience with strong management skills across strategic planning, budgeting and project management functions
• Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate a best-in-class team of talented lawyers, regulatory and legal professionals
• Strong technical background in leading regulatory applications within the electricity industry
• Exposure to a wide range of legal issues, including transactional and corporate/commercial matters in addition to expertise in regulatory proceedings and issues

If this sounds like you, we’d love to connect. Please reach out to Erin Dand at [email protected] for more information.

Our client, Rocky View County is one of the most populated municipal counties and has the fifth largest equalized assessment base in the province. With a robust economic development strategy focusing on investment attraction, business retention, and sector diversification, any member of the organization has the opportunity to influence and shape a region known for its commercial, agricultural, and industrial prowess.

Rocky View County is seeking a Municipal Lawyer to join their Legal team. Reporting to the Manager, Legal Services, the Municipal Lawyer will provide legal services for Rocky View County in the forms of legal advice, interpretation of legislation, drafting and review of contracts, and drafting and review of bylaws.

The successful candidate will bring a minimum of 5 years post-call legal experience and will be responsible for providing day-to-day legal services for Rocky View County and its various departments. They will be responsible for managing external counsel as needed and must bring a willingness and commitment to developing, teaching and training legal best practices.

If you bring a minimum of 5 years of progressive legal experience in municipal law and are seeking an opportunity to join a team of passionate individuals who are committed to the work that Rocky View County does and the communities they serve, please reach out to Kate Spencer at [email protected].

Our client is a well-established, publicly traded broader energy industry company, based in Calgary with international operations.

 

Based in Calgary and reporting functionally to the Chair of the Audit Committee and administratively to the Chief Financial Officer, the Vice President, Internal Audit is responsible for delivering independent, objective assurance and consulting engagements designed to add value and improve the organization's processes and operations. The Vice President, Internal Audit will assist the organization in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of control and governance processes.

 

The successful candidate will work with all regions and corporate functions of the organization to identify areas for Audit that will minimize Enterprise Risk, improve business operations, and test controls. This person will be strategic in pushing the boundaries of this role to build the strategy of this function for a growing organization, yet also hands- on with audits and investigations, travelling to international locations when required and able to do so.

 

Through effective leadership of the Internal Audit team, the Vice President, Internal Audit will align the value- proposition of internal auditing with stakeholder expectations and maintain effective stakeholder relationships, including both the Board of Directors and senior management.

 

The successful candidate will be a seasoned Internal Audit professional with global company experience and 10+ years of experience managing an Internal Audit function in a large complex organization.

If you are interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Ranju Shergill via email at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

We have partnered with our client to help them add a strategic and highly motivated Director, Residential Real Estate Development role to their team. In this newly created role, the Director will lead and oversee the development and management of a strategy and team focused on the delivery of innovative solutions to the housing crisis. This will include the development of a comprehensive development management plan, managing organizational resources, and working collaboratively with other functional disciplines in the overall management and delivery of residential developments within Calgary.

The successful candidate will have a passion for real estate, be a strong team player and project manager and have the connections and ability to work with executive and operational teams, the City of Calgary permits and planning departments, community partners and key resources and players within Calgary’s residential real estate market. This is an exciting key role in transforming the lives of seniors, the homeless, Indigenous families and our veterans in need of living options.

Who we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a real estate leader with the following skills and experience:

• Post-secondary degree in a related discipline or a combination of education and experience appropriate to achieve the mandate;
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in progressive corporate or residential real estate roles, with particular expertise in real estate development, permitting, construction, and compliance;
• Track record of success managing multiple real estate development projects including;
  • Land acquisitions
  • Permitting,
  • Development
  • Entitlements
  • Financing
  • Dispositions
• Superior advisory skills and expertise on the residential real estate market in Alberta and beyond, particularly inner city and suburban multi-residential projects;
• Demonstrated understanding of best-in-class strategies, tools, and recommendations for assessing, developing and executing upon these projects;
• A minimum of 5 years of experience formally leading others with a demonstrated ability to build, inspire, mentor, coach, and oversee a high-functioning team; and
• A strong interest and understanding of the housing affordability crisis, government strategies, and community resources.

Candidates coming from another corporate organization or homebuilder industry will be considered.

If this sounds like you, please reach out to Ranju Shergill, Partner at [email protected] for more information.

Our client is a leading distributor of technology solutions to the industrial market in Western Canada. They have a loyal base of clients operating within oil and gas, petrochemical refining/processing, mining, agriculture, alternative energy, and industrial and equipment manufacturing. Reporting to the President, the Corporate Controller will serve as a key, trusted advisor to the Executive Team and is expected to play a role in business growth and strategy discussions. They will be responsible for all facets of fiscal stewardship for the Company and will have accountability for the production of periodic financial reports, ongoing development of a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhancing the accuracy of the Company’s reported financials. The ideal candidate will be a CPA with strong business, accounting, finance and people leadership experience. Experience in oil and gas and/or a distribution business environment considered a strong asset. Should you be interested in learning more about this terrific opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron McDonald at [email protected] or 403-407-1965.

Our client, UFA, is one of Canada’s largest and most dynamic co-operatives and has grown from a small-scale local co-operative into an extensive commercial and retail operation. They are a progressive and diversified business that provides the products, services, and solutions their owners and customers in rural communities need to successfully run their operations. Their over 120,000 members guide their decision-making and are rooted in the heart of all they do. UFA’s business network provides products, services and solutions to farmers, ranchers, members, consumers, and commercial customers in Western Canada. UFA is seeking an energetic, hardworking and results-driven individual to fill the role of Director, Marketing. Reporting to the Chief Sales Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the company’s marketing function, with a focus on advertising/marketing communications and digital marketing. This individual will be a self-starter and will be tasked with the critical role of developing and executing UFA’s overall marketing strategy. They will develop and execute integrated marketing strategies to drive sales and leverage brand awareness and will oversee the creative development and end-to-end execution of integrated marketing campaigns. The Director, Marketing will also be responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive integrated digital outreach and engagement strategy as well as overall brand strategy and brand identity. If you bring a minimum of 15 years of progressive marketing strategy and execution experience in a senior leadership role and are seeking a dynamic environment to lead a great team of marketing professionals, please reach out to Kate Spencer at [email protected].  

Our client, UFA, is one of Canada’s largest and most dynamic co-operatives and has grown from a small-scale local co-operative into an extensive commercial and retail operation. They are a progressive and diversified business that provides the products, services, and solutions their owners and customers in rural communities need to successfully run their operations. Their over 120,000 members guide their decision-making and are rooted in the heart of all they do. UFA’s business network provides products, services and solutions to farmers, ranchers, members, consumers, and commercial customers in Western Canada.

UFA’s legal team is seeking a collaborative, highly motivated and pragmatic lawyer to join their team as Senior Legal Counsel. Reporting to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, the Senior Legal Counsel will support UFA’s operations by providing legal advice and guidance on a broad spectrum of legal matters including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating key agreements with counterparties in all aspects of the business, as well as broadly assisting with litigation, business processes, policies and procedures and legal issues.

If you are a business minded lawyer with a minimum of 7 years post-call experience looking to join an agriculturally focused cooperative in a broad legal and business role, please reach out to Kate Spencer at [email protected]

 

Our client is a well-established construction company providing pre-construction and construction management services to the real estate development industry.

The company is seeking a new executive leader to oversee the continued growth and development of the business. Overseeing a well tenured team of construction, project management and procurement professionals, the successful candidate will be accountable for driving revenue development and executing the strategic priorities of the company, in addition to maintaining the high-level of customer service and operational best practices, that have made them a market leader.

The successful candidate will bring 10+ years of construction management experience with experience ideally gained within commercial, multi-family and/or mixed-use development. Proven people leadership experience coupled with strong commercial and operational acumen is a must.

To learn more about this terrific opportunity, please contact Cameron McDonald at [email protected] or 403-407-1965.

We are excited to partner once again with Trellis Society (“Trellis”), one of Canada’s largest social service agencies, in their recruitment of up to five Board Directors in 2024. Trellis focuses on creating generational impact by strengthening economic stability, well-being, mental health, and belonging so that all people can flourish. Through this continuum of support, Trellis has helped thousands of people each year to exit poverty, navigate out of crisis, and move from isolation into community.

Given Trellis’ strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility, Truth and Reconciliation & Racial Equity, and Restoring Family and Natural Supports, it is fundamentally important that the Board’s Directors be fully committed to these same values. As a social services agency serving the diverse needs of the community, the Board’s composition also aims to reflect the diversity of that community.

Board Directors are appointed for one-year terms, which may be renewed annually to a maximum of six terms. There is an expectation that Board Directors serve for at least three years. As volunteers, Board Directors commit approximately five to eight hours per month to Board-related activities, including preparation for and participation in Board and Committee meetings and participation in Trellis and community events. Directors are expected to serve on two subcommittees (Governance; Human Resources; or Audit & Finance) of the Board. Active participation and engagement by ALL Board Directors is critical.

Based on the Trellis Board's most recent skills matrix review, preference for the upcoming Board appointments will be given to candidates demonstrating strategic skillset and experience in one or more of the following areas: (1) legal expertise; (2) deep understanding around affordable housing and related real estate development issues; (3) Government Relations expertise; (4) Audit Partner/Senior Manager finance and accounting expertise (CPA designation required); (5) deep understanding of full suite of Human Resources strategy; and (6) Community connector with the strong desire and ability to mobilize philanthropy. While previous Board governance experience is not required, successful candidates must understand and exhibit the qualities of a strong governor.

If you bring a strong passion for community and ensuring that all people have access to the support they need to flourish, AND demonstrate one or more of the above noted strategic skillsets, we want to hear from you!

To learn more about this exciting Board of Directors opportunity with Trellis, please reach out to Rachel Janz via email at [email protected]. Please note that the closing date for applications is Monday, February 19, 2024.

We have partnered with a leading North American energy company with a growing renewable energy portfolio to help them find a Manager, HS&E to add to their team.  Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, our client prides itself on its collaborative team and unique corporate culture as well as successful growth of their renewable projects across Canada and the United States.

What we’re looking for

 

We’re seeking a strategic and knowledgeable HS&E leader with at least 10 years of experience in leading and maturing HS&E programs for a power generation business with an operating and construction portfolio exceeding 1000 MW in capacity (gross). This individual will lead the HS&E function for a team working at sites and offices across Canada and the U.S., report to executive and have the opportunity to grow a team of direct reports. We’re looking for an HS&E leader who:

• Brings credibility and knowledge in the practical application of HS&E programs in the power generation, distribution and transmission, or energy and resource development sectors,
• Is knowledgeable in compliance and OH&S regulatory legislation across Canada and the U.S., and
• Has a personal ability to lead a company safety culture and build credibility and trust at all levels of an organization.

If this sounds like you, and you’re looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing, collaborative, values-based organization, reach out to Ranju Shergill, Partner at [email protected] with your resume on this confidential search.

We are very excited to have partnered with Tourism Calgary in its search for its next CEO. Click here for the full announcement about Tourism Calgary’s CEO transition. About Tourism Calgary Tourism Calgary is the official destination management organization for Calgary. Its purpose is to work closely with industry and community partners to drive demand to local member businesses, increasing the economic impact of the visitor economy in Calgary, while also considering the needs of the community and the environment. The CEO Search Tourism Calgary is seeking a driven, collaborative and results-oriented leader to join the organization as Chief Executive Officer/ Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will have overall responsibility for the management and operation of Tourism Calgary, working collaboratively with the Board and the organization’s leadership team to build strategy and advance the organization’s objectives. The CEO will provide strategic leadership and vision to the organization, which is made up of about 70 employees. Equally important will be the CEO’s ability to collaborate and build partnerships beyond the walls of Tourism Calgary to advance Tourism Calgary’s business plan and to help build the city of Calgary’s next Destination Strategy. While not an exhaustive list, those partnerships include senior officials of the civic, provincial, and federal government and agencies of each, industry contacts, leaders of attractions, contributors to the tourism and hospitality industry, the media, and the general public. Tourism Calgary and its next CEO will embark on a new 10-year strategy for the destination with an incredible array of new projects to leverage, such as the BMO Convention Centre expansion, the new Event Centre and Calgary’s Culture + Entertainment district, the redevelopment of Arts Commons and Glenbow Museum, and the development of Calgary’s winter festival, Chinook Blast – all of which will continue to enrich the lives of Calgarians and attract visitors for decades to come. Who We’re Looking For  We’re looking for dynamic organizational leaders with a penchant for partnership building, sales and marketing, who will help move Tourism Calgary into its next season of growth. Specifically, candidates qualified for this role will bring: Education

• A Bachelors/Masters degree in Business, Marketing, Tourism or a related discipline

Leadership Experience

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an executive leadership role, ideally including experience specifically in a CEO role or working directly with a Board of Directors
• Extensive senior leadership experience in directing an organization, preferably with a marketing and sales mandate and dealing with a broad array of stakeholders
• Knowledge of financial analysis and proven ability to manage significant resources
• Experience leading and inspiring high-performance teams
• An ability to lead and manage change and negotiate innovative solutions to complex issues

Communication & Relationship Building Expertise

• A track record of successfully building and executing complex partnership strategies
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with both elected officials and members of government agencies, ideally at each of the civic, provincial and federal levels
• Significant experience serving in an externally facing senior leadership role, interfacing regularly with senior members of government (both elected officials and members of their agencies), the business community, and the community at large
• Demonstrated collaboration skills and proven success in a multi-stakeholder environment
• Exceptional verbal, listening, written and inter-personal communications skills working with a wide variety of stakeholders and diverse groups

Industry Expertise

• A background in Destination Management in particular will be considered a strong asset
• Experience leading a high-performing sales team and an aptitude to deliver strong sales objectives will be a definite asset

If this sounds like you, we’d love to connect. Please reach out to Erin Dand, Client Partner at Pekarsky & Co. at [email protected] for more information.