Roads Manager

YOU ARE … someone who thrives at the intersection of planning and execution, dedicated to building and maintaining safe, reliable road access that supports sustainable forest operations. You are passionate about continuous improvement, take pride in delivering safe and reliable infrastructure, and enjoy collaborating with field teams, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve results. Integrity and accountability guide your decisions, and you understand the critical role well designed and well maintained roads play in safety, cost control, and operational success.

WE ARE … a fastmoving, high performing team looking for an innovative leader who can safely plan, build, and maintain forest road infrastructure that enables efficient and sustainable operations. We are dedicated professionals who take pride in the work we do, the landscapes we operate in, and the company we represent. We collaborate closely to solve complex access, safety, and cost challenges, continuously improving how we deliver and manage our road network. Through this work, we strive for excellence in safety, reliability, and value—ensuring dependable access that supports long term forest stewardship in the Grande Prairie area.

Key Functions

• Lead the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of forest road, bridge, and water crossing infrastructure supporting timberlands operations in the Grande Prairie area.

• Develop and execute the Roads and Engineering roadmap in alignment with harvest plans, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities.

• Plan and deliver road and water crossing projects in collaboration with Engineering, Biology, Planning, Operations, and external partners using a rolling two year planning horizon.

• Manage gravel pit operations, including licensing, Government of Alberta reporting, MD levy assessments, crushing activities, reclamation, and access controls.

• Lead contractor management activities, including contractor selection, rate negotiations, bid packages, contract drafting, renewals, insurance, and CSMS requirements.

• Develop, manage, and track road budgets, including deferred road activities and IFP forecasting, ensuring cost effective delivery of road programs.

• Oversee procurement of road related materials such as aggregates, culverts, bridges, stabilizers, dust suppressants, and signage.

• Lead and develop the Roads team through regular meetings, one on ones , PMP processes, goal setting, and technical mentorship.

• Ensure regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship through audit follow up , noxious weed control programs, water crossing monitoring and remediation, road use approvals, and spring road permitting.

• Oversee bridge inspection and maintenance programs, winter road maintenance activities, and road condition reporting.

• Drive innovation and automation by leading product and process trials, implementing digital inspection and reporting tools, and collaborating with research and technology partners.

• Coordinate aerial monitoring programs, including wood yard flights and drone operations, ensuring compliance with Transport Canada requirements.

• Represent the Grande Prairie operation on the functional Roads teams, supporting cross functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Engaging in developmental training opportunities to gain exposure to all aspects of our business

• Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Forest Technologist (RPFT) or eligible for registration

• Minimum 5 years of experience in forestry or industrial road construction and maintenance.

• Knowledge of Alberta regulatory requirements for roads, gravel pits, and water crossings preferred.

• Proven leadership experience managing teams and contractors.

• Strong budgeting, negotiation, and digital reporting skills.

• Proactive safety leader with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems in a team or individually

• Capability to prioritize work activities and assignments

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments

• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite/ArcGIS/Drone Deploy

What We Offer:

• Professional Growth: Expand your professional expertise, skill set, and exposure in this dynamic role.

• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals involved in all aspects of forest management, including safety, forest stewardship, planning, logging supervision, contract negotiation, financial analysis, forest certification, GIS, wildfire preparedness, and wildlife management.

• Community Engagement: Be part of a community-focused organization that values engagement and sustainability.

Why Grande Prairie:

Grande Prairie offers a unique blend of professional opportunities and a high quality of life. Here are some compelling reasons to make Grande Prairie your new home:

• Thriving Economy: Grande Prairie is recognized as Canada's Most Entrepreneurial Community, offering abundant job opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth.

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a lower cost of living compared to larger cities, with affordable housing options and a booming real estate market.

• Excellent Healthcare: Access top-notch healthcare facilities equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and capable professionals.

• Educational Opportunities: Benefit from a range of educational institutions, from primary schools to post-secondary options, ensuring quality education for your family.

• Outdoor Recreation: Embrace the great outdoors with activities like hiking, skiing, snowboarding, and fishing. Explore beautiful parks such as Muskoseepi Park and Pipestone Creek.

• Community and Culture: Enjoy a vibrant cultural scene with local theaters, art galleries, and community events. Grande Prairie Live Theatre and the Grant Berg Gallery are just a few highlights.

• Family-Friendly: Grande Prairie is a safe and welcoming community with numerous family-friendly amenities, including playgrounds, sports facilities, and recreational centers.

• Convenient Amenities: Despite its smaller size, Grande Prairie offers all the amenities of a larger city, including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment options.

Grande Prairie combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of urban living, making it an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally. Come and experience the best of both worlds in Grande Prairie, AB!

Compensation : This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $88,531 - $128,459 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits : When you join our team as a nonunion employee, y ou and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement : Nonunion Canadian employees are automatically enrolled in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan, which includes a paid company match up to 6%, in addition to a company contribution equaling up to 7.25% of your base salary. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP).

About Timberlands
We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits. For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.