Job Description: Join CapWest as our Chief Operating Officer (COO) - a pivotal executive role reporting directly to the Board of Directors. This dynamic leader will drive operational excellence, spearhead strategic initiatives, and unlock scalable growth across a diverse portfolio of businesses. As COO, you’ll shape and strengthen company culture, foster accountability, and ensure our operations align with long-term strategy. With oversight of day-to-day performance, you’ll position CapWest as a market leader in construction services, equipment, energy solutions, and security monitoring. This position is based in Vancouver, BC. Perks & Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package that provides extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance and critical illness. Continuous learning opportunities with an annual educational allowance. Generous referral program ranging from $500-$2,500 depending on business need. Regular consistent team building activities and events. Discounts to local amenities and vendors. Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality offerings. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Growth Partner with Board and executive team to set vision, mission, and long-term strategic goals. Drive multi-sector growth strategies, identifying new markets, partnerships, and service expansion opportunities. Ensure integration across business units (construction services, rentals, energy, security) to maximize synergies and competitiveness. Develop and implement annual operating plans, financial budgets, and performance targets aligned with corporate strategy. Operational Excellence Oversee operations across all divisions, ensuring efficiency, safety, quality, and profitability. Implement standardized operating procedures, KPIs, and performance measurement frameworks. Lead initiatives for digital transformation, process automation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency and scalability. Monitor project delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget execution and high client satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement in health & safety standards, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance. People & Culture Leadership Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Recruit, mentor, and develop executive and operational leaders across the organization. Champion succession planning, talent development, and leadership pipeline initiatives. Promote a strong culture of safety, integrity, and excellence across all business units. Financial & Risk Management Oversee financial performance and operational budgets, working closely with CFO to ensure profitability and cost efficiency. Identify and mitigate operational, contractual, and market risks across diverse sectors. Ensure compliance with corporate governance, contracts, and industry regulations. Support capital allocation decisions for equipment, facilities, and growth investments. Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, regulators, and investors. Represent CapWest in the market, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted, innovative, and reliable service provider. Collaborate with CFO and leadership team to manage Board reporting, investor relations, and community engagement. What You Bring: Proven track record as a senior operations executive (COO, EVP, or divisional President/GM) in construction, contracting, industrial services, or infrastructure sectors. Minimum 15+ years progressive leadership experience, with multi-division, multi-sector oversight. Strong background in construction operations, large-scale project delivery, and contracting services. Demonstrated success in business transformation, growth initiatives, and operational scaling. Experience with equipment management, energy systems, and/or security technology is highly advantageous. Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, P&L oversight, and strategic investment decisions. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred). Why Join CapWest Group Opportunity to lead a diverse and growing portfolio of companies in high-demand sectors. Play a pivotal role in shaping the future growth trajectory of a dynamic enterprise Influence the culture, performance, and success of a dynamic and ambitious organization. Competitive executive compensation package, performance incentives, and long-term career growth. Salary Range: $250,000 to $350,000 The exact salary will be dependent on the successful candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. If your salary expectations are outside our advertised range, we still encourage you to apply! About The Company: Onni For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago. How To Apply: Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents. We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in a career with Onni Group! We believe that the strength of a company lies in its people and are fortunate to have an extremely motivated and dedicated staff that brings expertise and attention to detail in every project they undertake. If you believe that your skills would be a valuable addition to our team and would like the chance to be a part of the award-winning Onni Group, please check our open opportunities. To best stay up to date about all things Onni, please follow us on the following social media: Instagram LinkedIn Twitter/X Facebook Please do not contact our managers or employees directly in an attempt to present candidates without a written request, and a signed agreement within the last 12 months. Complying with this request will be a major factor in determining a professional relationship with Onni Group. Any submissions of unsolicited resumes directly to Onni employees, managers or any Onni email address will not be bound or obligate Onni in any way to pay any fees if such a person is hired. If you are interested in working with Onni please contact Daryl Kerrey – recruiting@onni.com, and email us info about your company. We will then contact you to set up any further discussions. Please note, all Onni hiring requires at minimum an official virtual or in-person interview prior to offer stage.
