Job Description
Who We Are:
WM Schmidt Mechanical Contractors Ltd. is Family Owned & Operated and founded in 1956 by William Schmidt. Today, the Schmidt Family is still actively involved in the evolution, expansion and aggressive growth of the company.
With generations of experience, we are considered one of the largest independent, combined mechanical shops in Western Canada! This uniquely positions us to be heavily relied upon and seen as the ‘Go-To’ for local homebuilders. For decades, builders have trusted WM Schmidt to provide exclusive finishing options and a personalized experience to their clients. Demonstrating time and time again, professional, expert and successful installation of mechanical and plumbing services for their customers, for their various residential home projects and to meet the needs of the continued growth within the Calgary brand-new construction market.
We know Calgary homes! We may have even installed your home’s system back in the day.
Our accomplishments are due, in many ways, to the commitment, drive and determination of our staff. WM Schmidt was one of the first to achieve the coveted Alberta Occupational Health and Safety “Certificate of Recognition” (COR) in the residential mechanical industry.
We have grown our staff to 90+ and occupy a 20,000 square foot workshop. We utilize 50+ company trucks to install heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and in and around the Calgary and surrounding areas.
We support our team members in their growth, betterment and in working together towards our shared goal of continuing to grow and build Alberta for future generations. To continue to achieve this we empower our employees to independently demonstrate their skills and talents and contribute to the continued longevity of our business.
Why join us?
We offer competitive pay rates, benefits, life insurance and many other great employee perks as well as consistent hours of work.
We provide new and mature tradespersons and professionals with flexible options to complete programs and further their education and personal growth and development.
Our team regularly collaborates with those looking to further their credentials and grow their knowledge through exciting and challenging work.
**Please Note - Our showroom is NOT open for walk-ins. Viewings are by appointment only!
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WM Schmidt is actively seeking a | Department Manager – Plumbing |
Our Department managers lead and oversee the daily activities of our new-construction business, including the plumbing field, office, and warehouse teams. Department managers execute the executive team’s vision, commitments and goals while ensuring the department provides effective, satisfaction-based, and innovative plumbing construction solutions.
Key deliverables and executables for this role include the day-to-day management, growth and optimization of all plumbing department related operations and performance metrics.
Our Department Managers are key decision makers. Ensuring maximum client, builder, staff, and customer satisfaction. They are the escalation point for all challenges and opportunities that arise in their department. Department Managers must also identify when difficult issues are beyond their abilities and work closely with the executive to rise to these challenges.
Key Duties include but are not limited to:
Leadership, Performance & Communication:
Be the point of escalation for operational issues. Use problem solving skills and experience to advise subordinates on complex challenges.
Increase efficiency by leveraging experience, software tools and logistics systems. Where expertise is required, ensure that the correct staff are assigned to needed positions.
Manage the employee lifecycle by cooperating with HR resources for sourcing, interviewing and onboarding staff. Vet and screen subcontractors and facilitate the conclusion of employment/contractor relationships and off-boardings.
Lead by example, reinforcing our strong culture of accountability, teamwork and commitment to safety. Foster a professional, respectful environment where staff feel supported and safe.
Business Development:
Increase customer sales through business-to-business relationships, maintaining and building competitiveness, and enthusiastically promoting the company’s image.
Strategize for growth, increasing the capacity of the division to complete more plumbing projects and enhance financial performance. Manage operations and staff through these phases of growth.
Oversee preparation and issuance of tender packages; evaluate bids and assist in contract negotiation and awarding.
Coordinate with the other divisions within the company, to leverage the company’s size and diverse capabilities
Customer Excellence, Performance Optimization and Process Improvement:
Analyze, review, prepare and monitor for compliance industry and company metrics and reporting using the company ERP (enterprise resource planning) and Project Management software. This includes managing and preparing budgets, financial reports, staff compliance, apprenticeship and training compliance and requirements in conjunction and consultation with senior management.
Lead by Example in conjunction with the Health and Safety department cultivate, facilitate, and continue to grow the culture and commitment to safety and excellence.
Other:
Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member and with senior management.
Other duties as assigned.
Organizational Reporting Structure:
Reports To: Department Managers receive operational guidance, corporate and budgetary direction and leadership oversight directly via the reporting relationships to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President.
Direct Reports: Department Managers provide high-level guidance and oversight to several key positions within the department including Estimation, Supply Chain, Purchasing, as well as our plumbing field supervisors.
Successful candidates will demonstrate / possess:
Post secondary education and/or degree with a focus on Business, Management or related studies.
5+ years of management or supervisory experience
Strong management and leadership acumen: Demonstrated ability to interact with staff, clients, builders and customers in a friendly, empathetic, and professional manner, ensuring positive experience while managing daily operations.
Previous experience in the plumbing or construction industry, strong focus on sales, leadership, supervisory or management level operational roles.
Excellent Communication Skills: Superior verbal and written communication abilities, with a talent for clear and concise messaging.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think quickly, troubleshoot issues, and make sound decisions under pressure.
High degree of competency with business software such as Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, and ERP software.
Additional Assets & Skills of Benefit:
Demonstrated ability of taking ownership of cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to mentor, train and support a fast-paced, growth oriented, diverse and driven workforce – specifically with examples of mentorship, succession and support as a company continued to scale.
Strong and thorough understanding of industry standards, terminology and common industry troubleshooting for related issues while executing and achieving positive results & solutions.
**Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organizational needs and priorities.
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WM Schmidt remains committed to protecting our people, clients, customers, and the public through our commitment to Health & Safety Excellence.
We aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, ****** orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply.
Our team will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities disclosed throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise our representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Application question(s):
When would you be available to start?
Education:
AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
Residential construction: 7 years (preferred)
Management: 4 years (required)
Language:
English (required)
Licence/Certification:
Journeyperson Certification (required)
Red Seal Journeyperson Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
WM Schmidt Mechanical Contractors Ltd. is Family Owned & Operated and founded in 1956 by William Schmidt. Today, the Schmidt Family is still actively involved in the evolution, expansion and aggressive growth of the company.
With generations of experience, we are considered one of the largest independent, combined mechanical shops in Western Canada! This uniquely positions us to be heavily relied upon and seen as the ‘Go-To’ for local homebuilders. For decades, builders have trusted WM Schmidt to provide exclusive finishing options and a personalized experience to their clients. Demonstrating time and time again, professional, expert and successful installation of mechanical and plumbing services for their customers, for their various residential home projects and to meet the needs of the continued growth within the Calgary brand-new construction market.
We know Calgary homes! We may have even installed your home’s system back in the day.
Our accomplishments are due, in many ways, to the commitment, drive and determination of our staff. WM Schmidt was one of the first to achieve the coveted Alberta Occupational Health and Safety “Certificate of Recognition” (COR) in the residential mechanical industry.
We have grown our staff to 90+ and occupy a 20,000 square foot workshop. We utilize 50+ company trucks to install heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and in and around the Calgary and surrounding areas.
We support our team members in their growth, betterment and in working together towards our shared goal of continuing to grow and build Alberta for future generations. To continue to achieve this we empower our employees to independently demonstrate their skills and talents and contribute to the continued longevity of our business.
Why join us?
We offer competitive pay rates, benefits, life insurance and many other great employee perks as well as consistent hours of work.
We provide new and mature tradespersons and professionals with flexible options to complete programs and further their education and personal growth and development.
Our team regularly collaborates with those looking to further their credentials and grow their knowledge through exciting and challenging work.
**Please Note - Our showroom is NOT open for walk-ins. Viewings are by appointment only!
|~|~~~~~ *** ~~~~~|~|
WM Schmidt is actively seeking a | Department Manager – Plumbing |
Our Department managers lead and oversee the daily activities of our new-construction business, including the plumbing field, office, and warehouse teams. Department managers execute the executive team’s vision, commitments and goals while ensuring the department provides effective, satisfaction-based, and innovative plumbing construction solutions.
Key deliverables and executables for this role include the day-to-day management, growth and optimization of all plumbing department related operations and performance metrics.
Our Department Managers are key decision makers. Ensuring maximum client, builder, staff, and customer satisfaction. They are the escalation point for all challenges and opportunities that arise in their department. Department Managers must also identify when difficult issues are beyond their abilities and work closely with the executive to rise to these challenges.
Key Duties include but are not limited to:
Leadership, Performance & Communication:
Be the point of escalation for operational issues. Use problem solving skills and experience to advise subordinates on complex challenges.
Increase efficiency by leveraging experience, software tools and logistics systems. Where expertise is required, ensure that the correct staff are assigned to needed positions.
Manage the employee lifecycle by cooperating with HR resources for sourcing, interviewing and onboarding staff. Vet and screen subcontractors and facilitate the conclusion of employment/contractor relationships and off-boardings.
Lead by example, reinforcing our strong culture of accountability, teamwork and commitment to safety. Foster a professional, respectful environment where staff feel supported and safe.
Business Development:
Increase customer sales through business-to-business relationships, maintaining and building competitiveness, and enthusiastically promoting the company’s image.
Strategize for growth, increasing the capacity of the division to complete more plumbing projects and enhance financial performance. Manage operations and staff through these phases of growth.
Oversee preparation and issuance of tender packages; evaluate bids and assist in contract negotiation and awarding.
Coordinate with the other divisions within the company, to leverage the company’s size and diverse capabilities
Customer Excellence, Performance Optimization and Process Improvement:
Analyze, review, prepare and monitor for compliance industry and company metrics and reporting using the company ERP (enterprise resource planning) and Project Management software. This includes managing and preparing budgets, financial reports, staff compliance, apprenticeship and training compliance and requirements in conjunction and consultation with senior management.
Lead by Example in conjunction with the Health and Safety department cultivate, facilitate, and continue to grow the culture and commitment to safety and excellence.
Other:
Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member and with senior management.
Other duties as assigned.
Organizational Reporting Structure:
Reports To: Department Managers receive operational guidance, corporate and budgetary direction and leadership oversight directly via the reporting relationships to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President.
Direct Reports: Department Managers provide high-level guidance and oversight to several key positions within the department including Estimation, Supply Chain, Purchasing, as well as our plumbing field supervisors.
Successful candidates will demonstrate / possess:
Post secondary education and/or degree with a focus on Business, Management or related studies.
5+ years of management or supervisory experience
Strong management and leadership acumen: Demonstrated ability to interact with staff, clients, builders and customers in a friendly, empathetic, and professional manner, ensuring positive experience while managing daily operations.
Previous experience in the plumbing or construction industry, strong focus on sales, leadership, supervisory or management level operational roles.
Excellent Communication Skills: Superior verbal and written communication abilities, with a talent for clear and concise messaging.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think quickly, troubleshoot issues, and make sound decisions under pressure.
High degree of competency with business software such as Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, and ERP software.
Additional Assets & Skills of Benefit:
Demonstrated ability of taking ownership of cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to mentor, train and support a fast-paced, growth oriented, diverse and driven workforce – specifically with examples of mentorship, succession and support as a company continued to scale.
Strong and thorough understanding of industry standards, terminology and common industry troubleshooting for related issues while executing and achieving positive results & solutions.
**Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organizational needs and priorities.
|~|~~~~~ *** ~~~~~|~|
WM Schmidt remains committed to protecting our people, clients, customers, and the public through our commitment to Health & Safety Excellence.
We aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, ****** orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply.
Our team will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities disclosed throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise our representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
|~|~~~~~ *** ~~~~~|~|
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Application question(s):
When would you be available to start?
Education:
AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
Residential construction: 7 years (preferred)
Management: 4 years (required)
Language:
English (required)
Licence/Certification:
Journeyperson Certification (required)
Red Seal Journeyperson Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Department manager, plumbing division position is now open for candidates interested in the Plumber Jobs sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Plumber Jobs is a plus.
