Executive opportunities

3416Director, Merchandising

Our client is a leading Canadian Retailer headquartered in Toronto.

Based at corporate headquarters and reporting directly to the Vice President Merchandising, this is a rare opportunity for an accomplished merchandising executive who brings a minimum of 10+ years of best in class retail management experience gained in a fast paced and results oriented retail multi store and/or consumer packaged goods organization.

The Director of Merchandising will responsible for redefining and executing new merchandising strategies to enhance the consumer experience, brand impact and market share while supporting merchandise and promotional initiatives to increase sales penetration and enhance the revenue. In addition, he/she will be charged with building a high performance merchandising team to meet these objectives.

Critical to the success of this role will be the incumbent’s business acumen and ability to achieve financial results.  He/she must be equally comfortable dealing with the strategy and working with their team “in the trenches” to drive sound execution and build support for merchandising concepts with various functional groups across the organization. In this regard, the ideal candidate must have excellent communications skills, relationship building, influencing and negotiation skills as well as the ability to lead and manage change. This role will appeal to a builder who is motivated by making a difference in the transformation and growth of a major Canadian company.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to gtessis@bedfordgroup.com

3533Chief Financial Officer

Our client is a worldwide manufacturer and supplier of high quality consumer products. It’s a multinational company with production operations around the world, including the new state of the art Canadian production facility based in Guelph, Ontario.

The organization is embarking on an accelerated growth strategy fueled by more than 20 years of successful business in Canada. They have become #1 in their niche market by providing an excellent product.

Under new leadership, the Canadian operation is in the midst of a significant long-term growth phase and cultural transformation. In support of its objectives, there is a key leadership requirement for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Based at the organization’s Canadian headquarters in Guelph, the CFO is a critical leadership and advisory role to the Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will lead the finance and IT functions in Canada. Reporting directly to the Country Manager, the CFO will also have a dotted line reporting relationship to the VP, Finance and IT for the Americas Region. He/she will be responsible for ensuring the finance function provides vision, leadership and strategic direction to the business managers, and will be a critical role to driving the continued highly profitable growth of the organization. A business leader with a solid financial underpinning, the successful candidate will be a key member of the Senior Leadership team in Canada and will act as a “financial adviser” and “catalyst of change”. Key to success in this role will be the CFO’s ability to quickly establish credibility at all levels by building rapport and buy-in for the Finance function across the organization, and in particular with the Senior Leadership Team, the Supply Team at plant level and the Regional Finance Team.

The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of best-in-class senior business and finance leadership experience gained in world-class organizations of relevant scope and complexity, with a proven track record for sound business and financial judgment; global experience is an asset as well as strong experience and deep interest in a manufacturing industry such as Automotive, FMCG, Electronics or Pharmaceuticals / Healthcare.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to jwinter@bedfordgroup.com

3561Regional Sales Manager, Ontario & Atlantic

The Regional Sales Manager, Ontario and Atlantic Canada will report directly to the General Manager, Contract and Retail Sales and leads a team of 9.  He/she will be based in Toronto, and assume responsibility for a $70M region (including approximately $55M in Ontario and $15M in Atlantic Canada).  The primary objective for the Regional Sales Manager is to formulate and implement a plan for the region, identifying opportunities and weaknesses, and provide leadership to the Ontario and Atlantic Team, to achieve budgeted GSB, GM, growth and share objectives. 

Key responsibilities for the Regional Sales Manager include full accountability for the growth and performance of the region, developing and implementing an effective sales planning process and recommending sales goals, plans and activities for the region in conformance with overall functional objectives, plans and activities. The Regional Sales Manager must promote the company’s vision to the sales team, create and develop a strong, cohesive sales team, and provide leadership in all aspects of performance.

The ideal candidate for the role possesses an undergraduate degree in business with an MBA being an asset, and possesses a minimum of five years in area sales management or key account management within consumer packaged goods, building materials and/or home improvement industries. He/she is a superior strategic planner with a successful track record of developing and implementing a business strategy. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and people management capability, excellent communication and presentation skills and will be a highly motivated, driven individual with a passionate entrepreneurial mindset. 

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to ghirvela@bedfordgroup.com

3543Vice President, Marketing

Our client is one of the largest retail co-operatives in North America, operating retail food centres, gas bars, a cardlock petroleum facility, travel offices and liquor stores in Calgary, Airdrie, Strathmore and Okotoks, Alberta, as well as a home health care subsidiary in Calgary. 

Our client is proud of their local roots and reputation as one of the leading grocery retailers in Calgary and surrounding communities. They are committed to serving the needs of their member-owners and customers, contributing to the vitality of the communities they serve, and providing their employees with a safe, caring and stable workplace. 

In a newly created role, based at Corporate Headquarters in Calgary, Alberta, the Vice President, Marketing will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and provide strategic and transformational vision, leadership and direction to the business. The mandate is to operationalize an impactful, integrated marketing and brand strategy for the future of the organization and all of its banners in order to achieve a consistent look and feel, and a differentiated brand position.

The ideal candidate has a University Degree in Business/Marketing combined with a minimum of 10+ years of marketing experience gained in the retail or a consumer products related industry with a minimum of 4 years in a senior management position. He/she is a results driven and growth oriented, dynamic leader who possesses a “will to win” and a proven track record of delivering sustainable business results. The Vice President, Marketing will be tuned into the emerging marketplace and will have  successfully built and maintained brands. He/she is a strong team builder and coach, possesses exemplary ethics and has a genuine interest in giving back to the community. 

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to draycroft@bedfordgroup.com

3514District Manager, Western Canada

Our client provides a broad range of business services. These services are combined with superior customer service to promote safety, compliance and risk management for their customers.

Based in the greater Vancouver area, the District Manager, Western Canada will report to the Vice President, Ontario and Western Canada and will manage a team of three direct reports.
 
The District Manager, Western Canada is a critical leadership role within the organization and will have responsibility for managing the logistics, operations and overall financial results of the Western District, which is comprised of operations located in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. The District Manager, Western Canada will act as the liaison between customers, operations, sales and the support teams as well as ensure that the Western District meets or exceeds its goals as it pertains to regulatory compliance, revenue growth, budget, profit growth, account retention, safety and continuous improvement. 
 
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree (preference given to a Bachelor of Science in an Environmental field) or the equivalent related work experience combined with 5+ years of progressive management experience in an operational capacity along with a demonstrated ability to manage people in a manufacturing, transportation and/or distribution environment. He/she will have strong business acumen with previous profit and loss responsibility as well as a successful track record of leading, inspiring and energizing teams. The ideal candidate is driven, results orientated and passionate about growing a business, he/she will possess a strong degree of operational excellence; a track record of driving operational efficiencies, productivity and systems improvement.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to draycroft@bedfordgroup.com

3556Chief Financial Officer

Our client is a Canadian based construction materials manufacturer, servicing clients throughout North America for the Institutional, Commercial, and Industrial market place.

The CFO is a critical finance leadership and business advisory role and key member of the Executive Team. The successful candidate will ensure the finance function provides vision, leadership and strategic direction to the business, and will be critical in driving the profitable growth of the organization. Key to success in this role will be the CFO’s ability to anticipate the needs of the business as well as the Board, and provide proactive financial and business advice and guidance to facilitate better decision-making.

The CFO will be a valued partner to the business and will instill confidence within the organization and its leadership and key stakeholders through his/her candid, trustworthy and transparent style, his/her proven business and financial judgment and demonstrated interest in and understanding of the organization’s operations.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting designation, with a CA being preferred, and a minimum of 15 years of proven business and financial leadership, and a successful track record of sound business and financial judgment in an entrepreneurial manufacturing organization. He/she will have experience leading, coaching and developing direct reports and the finance team as a whole. The individual will have strong analytical and technical skills, sound business acumen and places integrity above all else in the business.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to lscott@bedfordgroup.com

3440Director, Government & Public Affairs - Quebec City

Our client is a global  leader in the medical device industry, selling a broad range of products and services throughout the hospital, pharmacy and retail marketplace globally. They are a multi-billion dollar blue chip organization, with a strong presence across North America and internationally.

The Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy is a newly created and key strategic leadership role mandated to establish and build relationships with key influencers and decision makers (private and public).  He/she will work closely with key leaders in the government arena, with patient advocacy groups and with all relevant stakeholders in order to identify priorities, develop strategies and deliver results.

The ideal candidate brings proven leadership accomplishments gained within best in class organizations.  This will include proven ability to impact and influence in a competitive environment.  A strong network of contacts and solid and established relationships with key players across the provincial government bodies will be critical to success (with a focus on Quebec). He/she has a deep understanding of the national and provincial political environments and healthcare structure, and is able to contribute to its decision making process and policy environment. He/she is a big-picture thinker and a strong influencer. The individual is an outstanding relationship builder and possesses a deep understanding of the business. He/she will command respect and demonstrate the ability to deliver results and be viewed as a valued partner at the executive level.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to twilson@bedfordgroup.com

3448Senior Manager, Compensation and Benefits

Our client is a Canadian-owned organization with a significant global growth agenda.

The Senior Manager, Compensation and Benefits is a newly created, critical leadership opportunity within our client’s organization and will have ownership of building and establishing a global compensation and benefits practice. The Senior Manager, Compensation and Benefits will manage all local and international aspects of the Compensation and Benefits portfolio within the Human Resources Function. This is a hands-on build role where the successful candidate will lead by example in establishing and implementing first class Compensation and Benefits programs and policies to support a growing global business. In this regard, the successful candidate will build and forge impactful relationships within the human resources organization as well as at the senior management level. This is a role for a leader with a demonstrated track record of success in influencing and impacting his/her organizations.

The ideal candidate will have a University Degree or College Diploma, as well as a CHRM, CHRP, CEBS or CPP designation.  He/she will bring a minimum of 7 – 10 years of progressive related experience in Compensation and Benefits including a minimum of 4 years of international experience. The successful candidate will be outgoing, smart and innovative with high personal and professional standards.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to draycroft@bedfordgroup.com

3454Director, Leadership Giving

Our Client is an internationally, highly respected dynamic not-for-profit organization that is looking to fill a newly created Director, Leadership Giving mandate in the Western Greater Toronto Area. 

This is a rare major gifts fundraising opportunity with a highly regarded brand. Reporting to the Chief of Philanthropy, the Director, Leadership Giving will be responsible for designing, implementing and coordinating an institution-wide comprehensive annual leadership giving strategy, donor relations and stewardship system that appropriately and consistently promotes interaction with and recognition on Leadership Gifts – as well as giving at all levels.  The incumbent is responsible for creating meaningful opportunities to engage donors from all “walks of life” and has a significant effect on the organization’s ability to recognize and retain current and future donors.

In addition, the position must sustain positive and mutually-rewarding relations between the organization and its donors; effectively partner with the Fundraising Committee members to determine the best strategies for effective stewardship of donors; maintain ongoing and active networking with internal and external constituencies; and advise on the facilitation of cultivation, ask and recognition events and coordinate various activities for donor levels as part of the Gift Acceptance, Donor Recognition and Stewardship Policies and Procedures.

To effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position, the Director must work closely with other staff in the Philanthropy Office and the organization broader and meaningfully influence and engage volunteers. 

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for and effective track record building and sustaining exceptional relationships with donors and potential donors; demonstrated success creating and implementing a comprehensive Donor Stewardship and Recognition Plan, including advising on complex and carefully orchestrated cultivation events and programs for major donors; demonstrated success contributing to campaigns of at least $10 million, and is extremely comfortable “with the ask” and achieving targets in the $500,000 to $1 million + range; has experience developing, supporting and driving a campaign; is a gifted story teller with excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; possesses the demonstrated ability to think strategically about donor engagement; has generated creative and effective solutions for stewarding donors in order to advance the organization’s efforts; and maintains and strengthens high-quality individual relationships with donors.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to dmagidson@bedfordgroup.com

3442Executive Director, Advancement

Our client, one of Canada’s premier educational organizations with a global reach, seeks a visionary and strategic Advancement leader with a passion for education, and an outstanding track record in successfully leading capital campaigns, taking an Advancement team to the next level, and making a significant strategic contribution to the organization.  

The Advancement Department is responsible for raising annual funds, major gifts and endowments, and is in the “quiet phase” of a Capital Campaign that is anticipated to actively launch in September 2011. As the organization looks towards its next phase of strategic development, it seeks an experienced, highly knowledgeable candidate with a proven track record in Advancement leadership within the educational sector, including colleges, universities and/or independent schools.

The Executive Director, Advancement is responsible for developing a compelling advancement vision and strategy, an advancement strategic plan, and implementing a plan through activities and programs that support the organization’s vision, mission and their larger strategic plan.

The Executive Director, Advancement will be an organization-wide strategic leader and a champion of the Advancement portfolio among all stakeholders. This individual will have a passion for education and have the capacity to play a key supportive and contributing role in taking this leading institution to the next level at this transformative time in its history. He/she will build and lead the department by creating a high-performing, engaged, collaborative and accountable Advancement team that leverages internal resources and the participation of stakeholders, including Board members, Campaign Cabinet members, volunteers, Department leaders and their staff, to cultivate and increase donations for the purpose of enhancing the organization’s advancement.

Reporting directly to the head of the organization, the successful candidate will motivate and lead a team of seven, and will provide strategic leadership to the Advancement Committee, the Foundation Board of Trustees and the Campaign Cabinet. As well as being a strategic thinker with impeccable people management skills, the Executive Director, Advancement will also be a key member and contribute more broadly to the Senior Executive Administrative Team.  

The candidate will have a proven track record in Advancement in the educational sector and a full portfolio of fundraising experience that includes senior management and leadership of capital campaigns that have successfully achieved goals of $20 million plus, with demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, closing and stewarding donations and pledges at the five-, six- and seven-figure levels among individuals and families. He/she will be familiar with the strategic work, planning and structures required in the quiet and active phases of capital campaign fundraising.

The Executive Director, Advancement will have successfully led and managed teams and also have provided strategic leadership to and worked closely with volunteers, a Board of Directors/Governors, and Campaign Cabinet. The Executive Director, Advancement will oversee a full advancement portfolio, including annual and planned giving, alumnae programs, online donations and major gifts, and will provide significant strategic leadership to the current Capital Campaign. Budget preparation, Board and committee work, participation on a management committee, policy development and an understanding of the policies, practices and the mechanics that pertain to charitable giving are essential.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to dmagidson@bedfordgroup.com

3378Chief Financial Officer

Our Client is an internationally, highly respected dynamic not-for-profit organization with a global reach that is looking to fill a newly created Chief Financial Officer mandate in the Western Greater Toronto Area. 

A nimble, dynamic and forward thinking organization, our client is looking to take the finance function to the next level and is seeking a strategic, insightful business and operationally savvy Chief Financial Officer. The CFO will play a key role in the growth and sustainability of the organization, add significant value to the Senior Leadership Team and develop the finance department and team to effectively support the strategic growth and sustainability of the organization’s mission and vision for the future.

The Chief Financial Officer is a values based leader and a strategic business partner, responsible for leading and optimizing the organization’s finance and operations functions, and leading and developing a team of six direct reports in this newly created position. He/she will have a strategic grasp of the business and consequently be able to make a significant contribution to the Senior Leadership team through meaningful participation, support, insight and counsel, adding value to all functional areas by helping them and the team as a whole realize their strategic goals, and strategic direction, in a manner that is aligned with the values of the organization.

Accountable for managing all aspects of the finance function, the Chief Financial Officer will play a significant leadership role in contributing to the growth, profitability, effectiveness and progressive management of the organization.   The mandate is to drive change and superior performance in finance and across the organization, ensuring that the finance team provides insightful analysis and reporting. He/she will be proactive in identifying and managing key financial indicators, systems, and trends that will enable the organization to plan ahead and manage the business effectively, driving greater efficiencies where they can be achieved and capitalize on new growth and operational opportunities and revenue streams.

The ideal candidate has a C.A. designation, has significantly contributed to the growth, and sustainability of a business or organization; possesses a collaborative leadership style with all stakeholders, and thrives working within a fast paced culture to improve and enhance the profitability of the organization and mitigate risk. He/she derives great satisfaction from and has a strong aptitude for solving complex strategic business issues.   

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to dmagidson@bedfordgroup.com

3317 Vice President, Exploration

Our client, a silver company trading on the Toronto Venture Exchange, is an advanced explorer-developer and owns several different exploration properties in Canada. They have identified the need for a Vice President, Exploration. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, the new Vice President, Exploration, will manage the geology department and resource evaluation for the Company’s exploration and development projects.

Based in Vancouver, the Vice President, Exploration, will provide technical leadership in the development of the Company’s exploration strategy and will establish technical standards for the Company. In addition, he/she will liaise with different stakeholders including government authorities and mentor a team of professionals. A degree in geology and (an advanced degree and/or a business related degree will be considered a asset) combined with a minimum of 15+ years experience in exploration, including managing at a high level with a successful discovery track-record will be critical for success. Significant experience in gold exploration and VMS deposits is required, including substantial practical exploration experience on exploration projects ranging from regional and immature greenfields to detailed resource definition programs.

The new Vice President, Exploration, will need to be able to assume the role of Qualified Person for projects as defined under National Instrument 43-101. This role requires a “Senior Exploration Executive” who brings “best in class” experiences and knowledge with the ability to transfer these to others.

Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to nbinning@bedfordgroup

3353Chief Engineer

This is a senior role for an experienced underground mining engineer offering significant challenges and career opportunities. The General Manager and the new Chief Engineer will have the key role in re-opening this complex underground gold operation. With a supportive community, a committed workforce, milling and surface operations in place, and no environmental issues, this mandate is all about mining.

Candidates will have at least fifteen years of experience in various underground mines and a proven track record. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of mine engineering and coordination of technical functions and underground development.

Our client is well financed, aggressively growing in Canada and South America. Capital for development work is in budgeted and committed. What is needed now is the right Chief Engineer to develop and bring this mine into production.

The remuneration package is very competitive including performance incentives and equity. With success, the new Chief Engineer can expect an expanded role as the company continues its aggressive growth strategy.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmckenzie@bedfordgroup

3488Vice President, Projects

Our client, a world leader in engineering and construction for large mining and metals projects has retained us to recruit candidates for the following senior positions:

• Vice President Projects – To lead management of activities for both local and international projects, business development and proposals. This is a corporate position and a key member of the senior executive team offering significant professional challenges to be involved in large and complex EPC/EPCM projects, career growth and opportunity.

• Project Director/Senior Process Engineer – Initially a site-specific role for a major multi-million EPCM project in western Canada, successful candidates will be responsible for planning, scheduling and organizing all aspects of a major multi-million dollar project.

• Project Director/Senior Process Specialist - Responsible for organizing and directing process engineering activities in Latin America.

Successful candidates for these roles will need at least 20+ years of relevant experience with an EPC company and/or owners project team, proficient in engineering methods, standards, quality, operability and safety and demonstrated performance in evaluation and selection of overall processing schemes, understanding of EPC execution, business development and integration. It will be an asset for candidates to have backgrounds in potash, hydrometallurgy and base metals/industrial metals. Additionally, candidates for the VP Projects role will need to demonstrate accomplishments with clients, vendors and suppliers, and bring global experience and perspective. English, French, Spanish or Portuguese language skills will be required dependant upon the positions location.

Compensation for these positions will be at internationally competitive standards for these types of roles, including comprehensive relocation, and benefits.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmckenzie@bedfordgroup

3489Project Director, Senior Process Engineer

Our client, a world leader in engineering and construction for large mining and metals projects has retained us to recruit candidates for the following senior positions:

• Vice President Projects – To lead management of activities for both local and international projects, business development and proposals. This is a corporate position and a key member of the senior executive team offering significant professional challenges to be involved in large and complex EPC/EPCM projects, career growth and opportunity.

• Project Director/Senior Process Engineer – Initially a site-specific role for a major multi-million EPCM project in western Canada, successful candidates will be responsible for planning, scheduling and organizing all aspects of a major multi-million dollar project.

• Project Director/Senior Process Specialist - Responsible for organizing and directing process engineering activities in Latin America.

Successful candidates for these roles will need at least 20+ years of relevant experience with an EPC company and/or owners project team, proficient in engineering methods, standards, quality, operability and safety and demonstrated performance in evaluation and selection of overall processing schemes, understanding of EPC execution, business development and integration. It will be an asset for candidates to have backgrounds in potash, hydrometallurgy and base metals/industrial metals. Additionally, candidates for the VP Projects role will need to demonstrate accomplishments with clients, vendors and suppliers, and bring global experience and perspective. English, French, Spanish or Portuguese language skills will be required dependant upon the positions location.

Compensation for these positions will be at internationally competitive standards for these types of roles, including comprehensive relocation, and benefits.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmckenzie@bedfordgroup

3490Project Director, Senior Process Specialist

Our client, a world leader in engineering and construction for large mining and metals projects has retained us to recruit candidates for the following senior positions:

• Vice President Projects – To lead management of activities for both local and international projects, business development and proposals. This is a corporate position and a key member of the senior executive team offering significant professional challenges to be involved in large and complex EPC/EPCM projects, career growth and opportunity.

• Project Director/Senior Process Engineer – Initially a site-specific role for a major multi-million EPCM project in western Canada, successful candidates will be responsible for planning, scheduling and organizing all aspects of a major multi-million dollar project.

• Project Director/Senior Process Specialist - Responsible for organizing and directing process engineering activities in Latin America.

Successful candidates for these roles will need at least 20+ years of relevant experience with an EPC company and/or owners project team, proficient in engineering methods, standards, quality, operability and safety and demonstrated performance in evaluation and selection of overall processing schemes, understanding of EPC execution, business development and integration. It will be an asset for candidates to have backgrounds in potash, hydrometallurgy and base metals/industrial metals. Additionally, candidates for the VP Projects role will need to demonstrate accomplishments with clients, vendors and suppliers, and bring global experience and perspective. English, French, Spanish or Portuguese language skills will be required dependant upon the positions location.

Compensation for these positions will be at internationally competitive standards for these types of roles, including comprehensive relocation, and benefits.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmckenzie@bedfordgroup

3478Manager, Project Assessment & Planning

This is a senior role for a candidate with considerable experience dealing with multiple capital projects with the ability to establish priorities within the inventory of capital projects (both planned and ongoing), and assign resources to those projects as required.  Given the nature of this position, it will require a combination of technical knowledge to deal with the projects and diplomacy to deal with the competing interests for resources within the company.  This position will be responsible for the orderly selection and sequencing of approved projects taking into full consideration risk, value, impact and availability of required resources.

This will be a key position within a newly created internal group responsible for all facets of project management, across the company.

Candidates will have at least fifteen years of related project management experience coupled with at least an undergraduate degree in a related discipline such as business or engineering.  Previous experience in the areas of capital planning, business planning, project assessment and project prioritization is essential.  The ideal candidate will be required to work closely and collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of the company in order to adequately manage the collection, quality and modeling of information required in order to make informed business decisions.  

Our client is a major resource company located in western Canada and the successful candidate will be required to relocate to western Canada.  The company is undergoing an expansion of its existing facilities and there are a number of projects of varying size ongoing throughout the corporation with more planned in the coming years.  For the right candidate, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing company.

The compensation package is very competitive and opportunities for growth and development are exceptional.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to fgalati@bedfordgroup

3479Manager, Project Controls

This is a senior role for a seasoned project manager, responsible for developing and implementing project controls across a broad range of planned and ongoing projects throughout the corporation.  This role will also be responsible for collecting project status information and reporting on progress to ensure that adequate controls are in place, working as planned and that any deviations from those plans are noted and reported.  This will be a key position within a newly created internal group responsible for all facets of project management across the company.

Candidates will have at least fifteen years of related experience dealing with major capital projects coupled with at least an undergraduate degree in a related discipline such as business, engineering, computer science or equivalent.  Previous experience with major project cost tracking and reporting is essential and PMI certification, SAP-PS experience and Primavera P6 experience would be beneficial.

Our client is a major resource company located in western Canada and the successful candidate will be required to relocate to western Canada.  The company is undergoing an expansion of its existing facilities and there are a number of projects of varying size ongoing throughout the corporation with more planned in the coming years.  For the right candidate, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing company.

The compensation package is very competitive and opportunities for growth and development are exceptional.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to fgalati@bedfordgroup

3498Vice President, Operations

Our client, a gold producing company since 1989, trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange has two profitable, producing Canadian mines with strategic property and mining infrastructure in Quebec and Ontario.  In 2007, the Company produced 72,000 ounces of gold and in 2008 the company produced 90,000 ounces of   In 2009 the Company produced over 96,000 ounces of gold and invested heavily in exploration and development at both mines.

The Company has identified the need to recruit a senior executive for the role of Vice President Operations.  Reporting to the President/Chief Executive Officer, the new Vice President Operations will have the mandate to lead and execute the Company’s growth, execution and production strategy.

The ideal candidate for this senior operations role will be a proven hands-on mine operator with a demonstrated record of successfully managing established operating teams.   Candidates will have a degree in mining engineering and at least 15+ years of progressive experience in underground and open-pit operations.   Candidates should be fluent in French and English however consideration will be given to all candidates with superior operating and team-building track records. 

Candidates will need to demonstrate success in meeting performance targets and success in managing projects at all stages of development. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical and operations leadership and cost control, combined with meeting short and long-term goals through effective business planning and organizational capabilities.

This role is to be based in Toronto with frequent travel to site.  Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to nbinning@bedfordgroup

3474Senior Project (Studies) Manager

Our client is one of the world’s largest publicly traded uranium companies seeking a Senior Project (Studies) Manager.   You will be responsible for the execution of a portfolio of projects and project management with a focus on study work.  You will be involved from concept through feasibility stages of major projects and be responsible for implementing and enhancing existing front end engineering processes and procedures to ensure consistent delivery of projects within a diverse portfolio. You will also source and procure contractors and supervise existing staff and contractors.  Candidates will need to have a degree in engineering or geology and 15 years or more of experience related to mining studies and capital projects. You have expertise in mining front-end disciplines such as geology, mining, environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeology, geochemistry, metallurgy and process engineering. 

A comprehensive knowledge of a phased approach to Capital Projects, NI 43-101 requirements, certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) with the Project Management Institute and a Professional Engineering (or Geology) designation would be an asset.

This position is located in Saskatoon with travel to existing operations and developing projects.  Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to nbinning@bedfordgroup

3475Senior Mechanical Engineer

Our client is one of the world’s largest publicly traded uranium companies seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer.   You will provide mechanical engineering oversight on major projects executed within the company and by outside consulting companies providing engineering services to our client.

The oversight role consists of ensuring engineering work is done in accordance with our client’s processes, procedures, standards and regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for developing and integrating mechanical design standards for use on all major projects.

You have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering accompanied by 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in process and mining operations.  You must be eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS).

Experience in piping, equipment design and layout, building services and HVAC, as well as material handling is preferred.

This position is located in Saskatoon with travel to existing operations and developing projects.  Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmckenzie@bedfordgroup

3541Senior Mine Engineer

Our Client is one of the world's largest uranium producers accounting for about 16% of the world's production from its mines in Canada and the US and holds premier land positions in the world's most promising areas for new uranium discoveries in Canada and Australia as part of an intensive global exploration program. Our Client is also a leading provider of processing services required to produce fuel for nuclear power plants, and generates 1,000 MW of clean electricity through a partnership in North America's largest nuclear generating station located in Ontario, Canada. 

Our Client requires a Senior Mine Engineer to join its mine engineering team.  Working with the mine engineering team, the Senior Mine Engineer will be responsible for underground mine development planning, scheduling, and priority setting in order to achieve short and long-term mine objectives.  With safety as the core value, this role will focus on high quality results to achieve production targets.  The Senior Mine Engineer will provide technical support in the key areas of longhole drilling and blasting, ground control, ventilation, and mine water management.

This Mine operation, which is located in northern Saskatchewan, operates on a rotational schedule of seven days on, seven days off.  Employees commute to the operation by aircraft from either Saskatoon or Prince Albert.

This role requires an experienced Mine Engineer with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mine Engineering or a related field and a minimum of eight years of experience in progressive and supervisory mine engineering positions, or equivalent.  Candidates must be eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS).

Additional competencies required include:

• Current knowledge of mining and safety acts, regulations and codes;
• Demonstrated ability to lead, teach and coach the work of a variety of disciplines;
• Experience in developing annual department budgets while maintaining costs in order to meet current budget;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization;
• Initiative and ability to prioritize work, recognizing the need for doing thorough and complete work, but at the same time addressing the demanding schedule requirements.
• Highly motivated; self-managed and committed to getting things done right the first time.
• Proactive and possess a positive attitude, approach & behaviour.

Our Client will provide the successful candidate with a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits and incentive plan. 

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmurray@bedfordgroup.com

3539Director, Project Services

Our Client is one of the world’s leading nuclear technology companies, providing services to nuclear utilities on four continents.  Our Client has been building reactors almost continuously for the past 30 years and has the strongest core delivery capability of any nuclear vendor in the world.  Having designed, built and delivered six to international customers in the past decade — all on or ahead of schedule and on budget — our Client has a track record unmatched by any other nuclear vendor.

Our Client is currently searching for a Director of Project Services.

Reporting to the Vice President, Project Management Office, the Director Project Services will play a leadership role in the company and ensure optimum project management services are provided to our Client’s projects.  The projects include life extension projects, new build projects, and Service projects.  Project Services include all project management support services, integrating and fully leveraging the support functions that service the various project teams including project controls, cost control, planning, risk management, information management, QA/QC/QS, construction management advice, business controls, training and networking.  The Project Services group is comprised of a core team of project services professionals, who participate in the development and execution of all projects.  This position will also be responsible for coordinating contracts and procurement services, and in identifying broader strategic opportunities and resolving issues in the areas of, Finance, Legal, Commercial, Regulatory and Business Development in as far as they impact projects.  Other responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Assisting in the implementation of future Project strategies, including ensuring maximum learning from life extension projects, executing the recommendations consultant reports to improve project management practices, contracting/procurement strategies for maximizing value (minimizing cost) of projects.
• Providing technical support, information management, and project assurance services including specialized resources for projects.
• Actively supporting the corporate position on health, safety, sustainable development, diversity, respectful workplace and General Business Principles and Code of Ethics.
• Leading and coordinating all functions associated with the cost estimating, planning, and project controls of all new build and life extension construction projects.
• Assisting in developing project logistics, encompassing sourcing, transportation, and ultimate delivery in current and future locations in Canada and around the world.
• Providing overall management of the project services activities and acting as the lead for all worldwide project services staff.
• Ensuring that competent project services resources are recruited, trained, and efficiently deployed on all projects.
• Assisting in developing systems to monitor and track projects against targets and milestones.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will have a B.Sc. in Engineering, with an advanced degree in Engineering considered a definite asset, and a minimum of 15 years of extensive project management or project services experience working for a reputable company.  Experience as an employee of an EPC contractor working on major international projects is a decided plus. Further, he/she will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Senior project services management of one or more large ($1B plus) major EPC projects.
• Experience in managing the services departments of multiple projects.
• Experience in bid preparation, contract preparation, administration, budgeting and controls, and preparation and/or analysis of environmental impact studies.
• A track record of successfully managing a services group including project controls of a large scale EPCM projects on time and within budget.
• An understanding of the magnitude, scope, and scale of the  large complex nuclear projects, with ability to develop a strong project control culture and compliance within the various project teams, whether located at the head office or in the field.

Our Client will provide the successful candidate with a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits and incentive plan. 

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmurray@bedfordgroup.com

3540Project Director, Life Extension Project

Our Client is one of the world’s leading nuclear technology companies, providing services to nuclear utilities on four continents.  Our Client has been building reactors almost continuously for the past 30 years and has the strongest core delivery capability of any nuclear vendor in the world. Having designed, built and delivered six to international customers in the past decade — all on or ahead of schedule and on budget — our Client has a track record unmatched by any other nuclear vendor.

Our Client is currently searching for a Project Director for a new Life Extension Project.

Reporting to the Vice President of Life Extension Projects, the Project Director – Life Extension Project will lead the development and execution of an upcoming Life Extension Project, ensuring that the project is developed and executed safely, on time, and on budget in addition to leading the engineering and construction functions of the project, managing a team of around 200 people.  Other responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Providing overall management of the Life Extension project and acting as the key senior company representative for the project at site.
• Accountability and ultimate responsibility for completing the construction of the Life Extension project on time and on budget.
• Provide direction and oversight to the project management team, including engineering, retube technology, and the construction managers/supervisors.
• Ensuring appropriate resources are in place to execute the project.
• Monitoring and tracking the project against the agreed upon targets and milestones and ensuring proper and timely reporting upwards and downwards.
• Managing a seamless relationship with the client.
• Championing a steadfast commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility by ensuring the highest standards are reached with the execution of the project.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will have a B.Sc. in Engineering, with an advanced degree in Engineering or Physics considered a definite asset, and a minimum of 15 years of extensive project management experience working for a reputable company.  Experience as an employee of an EPC contractor working on major international projects is a decided plus. Further, he/she will be able to demonstrate the following:

• An outstanding ability to plan, organize and execute.
• Senior project management of one or more large ($1B plus) major EPC projects.
• Experience in managing a large brownfield project, preferably in the Nuclear or Power Generation areas.
• An understanding of the profound magnitude, scope, and scale of the construction ramp and be able to influence it positively as demonstrated by experience gained in an environment with an exponential construction schedule
• Experience in bid preparation, contract preparation, administration, budgeting and controls, and preparation and/or analysis of environmental impact studies.
• A track record of successfully managing and delivering large scale EPCM projects on time and within budget.
• Strong breadth of technical skills.
• Confident and credible.
• Strong international orientation and comfort level dealing with diverse cultures and business climates.
• High energy, self-motivated, and adaptable.

Our Client will provide the successful candidate with a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits and incentive plan. 

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmurray@bedfordgroup.com

3550Project Control Specialist

Our Client is a public mining company focused on the acquisition, exploration, development, and operation of mining properties in the Americas and will continue to engage in strategic activities that demonstrate the Company’s commitment to responsible and sustainable growth.  With three producing mines, two development projects and one exploration project, our Client represents an exciting opportunity for the right candidate. 

Our Client requires a Project Controls Specialist to join its team, providing guidance and support to their projects, which include sustaining capital projects and new projects.  Based in our Client’s corporate office in Vancouver, this role will report to the Vice President, Projects and travel as required, in order to support the Company’s current projects. Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Developing and improving project and program control practices.
• Participating in improvement of project controls procedures including cost, schedule and document control;
• Working with project management teams to establish project controls systems;
• Performing special reviews of project controls and project status as required;
• Consolidating and producing corporate program management reporting;
• Developing, monitoring, tracking, analyzing, forecasting, and reporting on project budgets, estimates to complete, commitments and expenditures, project progress and productivity, work plans and schedules, project costs at completion, subcontracts, and change management;
• Providing support for project pricing and analyzing data and report at organization level;

The Project Controls Specialist is expected to work closely with project managers, operations managers and accountants.

This is a new role and requires an experienced Project Controls Specialist with Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or an Engineering related field and a minimum of ten years of experience in industrial projects.  Experience in mining projects in Latin America will be a significant asset.

Additional competencies required include:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken;
• Highly functional command of the Spanish language is required; ability to speak Portuguese is an asset;
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
• Strong problem solving skills;
• PMI or other project management certification would be an asset;
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with computerized project controls tools;
• Ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization; and
• Ability to travel frequently to our Client’s operations.

Our Client will provide the successful candidate with a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits and incentive plan.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmurray@bedfordgroup.com

3551Senior Mine Engineer

Our Client is a public mining company focused on the acquisition, exploration, development, and operation of gold mining properties in the Americas and will continue to engage in strategic activities that demonstrate the Company’s commitment to responsible and sustainable growth.  With three producing mines, two development projects and one exploration project, our Client represents an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

Our Client requires a Senior Mine Engineer to join its Technical Services team, to play a key role in the development of their mines, and corporate initiatives.  Based in our Client’s corporate office in Vancouver, this role will report to the Vice President of Technical Services and will travel as required, in order to support the Company’s current projects.  The Senior Mine Engineer will be responsible for developing pit optimization and design studies, long-range scheduling, and work with an experienced internal team and various outside contractors on capital and equipment planning, as well as bringing a Feasibility Study to conclusion and developing operational capabilities.  Other duties will include but not be limited to:

• Pit optimization, mine design, mine scheduling and costing;
• Experience in product quality considerations and blending;

The Senior Mining Engineer is expected to work closely with the development team at Aura.

This role requires an experienced Mine Engineer with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mine Engineering or a related field and a minimum of ten years of experience in long-term mining planning, specific to open pit mines.  Experience with mining projects in Latin America will be a significant asset.

Additional competencies required include:

• Command of the Spanish language is required; ability to speak Portuguese is an asset;
• P. Eng or Aus IMM qualifications, or the eligibility to apply: 
• Familiarity with NI 43-101 standards, preferably able to act as a Qualified Person in one or more aspects of mine feasibility studies;
• Operating experience at an operating mine Sr. Engineer or higher is an asset;
• Expert knowledge in best of breed mine planning software for pit optimization and mine scheduling;
• Knowledge of underground mining techniques;
• Demonstrated ability to lead, teach and coach the work of a variety of disciplines;
• Experience in planning and design of open pit mines, and material handling systems; Experience developing annual department budgets while maintaining costs in order to meet current budget;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization;
• Initiative and ability to prioritize work, recognizing the need for doing thorough and complete work, but at the same time addressing the demanding schedule requirements;
• Dedicated and hard working;
• Highly motivated; self-managed and committed to getting things done right the first time;
• Proactive and possess a positive attitude, approach & behavior; and
• Ability to travel frequently to Client’s operations.

Our Client will provide the successful candidate with a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentive plan.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmurray@bedfordgroup.com

3546Chief Mining Engineer

With three producing mines, our Client is a mineral resource company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and mining of base metal and precious metal deposits in the Americas.   Our Client is currently in search of Chief Mining Engineer to lead a small team at a mine in southern Chile, approximately 1350 kilometres south of Santiago.  The property includes both zinc/gold and zinc/lead mines in addition to a corollary deposit. Processing is carried out through a 1,500 tonne per day concentrating plant.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Chief Mining Engineer will supervise and lead a small engineering department.  In addition to overseeing the development and maintenance of short and long term mine plans and designs, the Chief Mining Engineer will be responsible for analyzing and making recommendations on methods to improve mine operating performance, promote operating / capital cost reductions, and reduce waste and operational delays.  As a key member of the mine management team, additional responsibilities include reviewing production methods, developing and meeting appropriate budgets, monitoring performance and overseeing capital projects.

The ideal candidate will have a B.Sc. in Mining Engineering and a minimum of ten years of progressive experience with underground mining, engineering, and mine planning.  We are looking for a pro-active, results-focused professional who will drive the development of the strategic mine plan and ensure the optimization of resources.  Knowledge of backfill practices is essential, as is proficiency with budgeting and cost management/analyses, supervisory management experience, computer literacy (Gemcom, Audocad, and project planning software), and strong organizational and communication skills.  The ideal candidate will be fluent in English and at minimum, solidly capable in Spanish.

 Other professional and personal qualifications include:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer or eligibility to qualify.
• Strong problem solving and 3D visualization skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills, self-confidence, and assertiveness.
• Ability to work through conflict and challenging projects.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results through teamwork.
• An outstanding ability to plan, organize and execute.

Our Client will offer the successful candidate a highly competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits plan and an incentive Plan. 

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to mmurray@bedfordgroup.com

3464Vice President, Development

Our client is one of Canada’s leading producers and distributors of television programs for children and primetime, excelling at turning concepts into innovative, high quality, entertainment – and understanding the programming needs of the international marketplace.  By championing creativity and embracing both artistic and strategic business alliances, the Company has a track record of excellence in Canada and abroad.

The VP Development is a newly-created role, reporting directly to the CEO, and leading a small team. As the “face” of development for the Company the VP Development is accountable for the end-to-end process of development, and contributing to the achievement of the company’s goal to produce multiple programs and/or movies simultaneously.  We are recruiting for a well-rounded, creative visionary, Program Executive and trend-spotter with global experience, who possesses outstanding business acumen and who is able to anticipate what is over the horizon and to see opportunities.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to ghirvela@bedfordgroup.com

3504Vice President, Finance

Our client is one of Canada’s leading  entertainment producers and distributors located in Toronto.

The VP, Finance is a newly-created role that will oversee all financial matters in the organization as it is embarking on a significant growth phase of its business. As a trusted advisor, the VP, Finance will work closely with management, overseeing the company’s finances and through their experiences and ambition will become a key player in the company’s strategic planning and growth.  He/she will be responsible for designing and implementing new processes and new systems, organize the accounting system and set a budget in order to provide well-supported financial information, recommendations and decisions.

The VP, Finance will transfer his/her knowledge of the entertainment industry and his/her expertise of the Finance function in this specific industry to the management team. A business leader with a solid financial underpinning, the VP Finance will provide a big picture focus and solid strategic thinking. He/she will be accountable for the financial component of the overall strategic plan and will challenge management to ensure that the ambitious plan is compatible with the financial resources of the company.

The ideal candidate must possess a University degree and a recognized accounting designation (preferably CA) with a minimum of five-seven years of financial accounting and management experience.  Experience in the entertainment industry is a must, as is superior knowledge of financial accounting and reporting rules. The ideal candidate has a strong sense of professionalism and integrity, and is a team player that also has the ability to work independently in a high-paced entrepreneurial environment.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to ghirvela@bedfordgroup.com