Executive opportunities

3369Editor-in-Chief - New Jersey, Boston or New York City

Our client is a global leader in education and education technology. The company creates innovative print and digital education materials for students ranging from Pre-Kindergarten through to University.

The Editor-In-Chief of the Developmental English department will be responsible for managing all functions and operations of the editorial group in such a manner that high quality, profitable and market-appropriate educational products are published. He/she will be   responsible for the Developmental English list (Reading and Writing Skills) with upwards of 30 titles per year; this is a high profile list, experiencing double-digit year-over-year growth. Working closely with the Publisher, this position will forecast, budget and report on the overall list and ensure that the functions of the group mesh smoothly with those of the other groups.

The ideal candidate must have an undergraduate degree from a four-year college or university with at least five years of successful editorial experience. He/she will have demonstrated managerial ability, excellent written and oral communication skills, strong project and problem solving skills and people management skills. The ideal candidate has experience using digital media and is a strategic and creative thinker.

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

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

3403General Manager, E-Commerce

Our client is a leading office solutions provider, offering strategic office procurement to Canadian businesses.
 
The General Manager, e-Commerce is a critical leadership role within the organization mandated with providing leadership, guidance and direction in executing the company’s Digital Strategy and leading the on-line channel. In collaboration with Marketing and IT, the General Manager, e-Commerce will execute the online capability to support revenue growth objectives and reduce cost of sales. As the advocate and champion for the on-line channel, key to success in this role is the General Manager, e-Commerce’s ability to communicate and bring to life the vision and strategy for the on-line channel and ensure alignment with the other channels by partnering with other departments to build continuity.
 
The ideal candidate possesses a University degree, preferably in business, with 8-10 years experience in the delivery of Internet technology solutions to a wide variety of external customers as well as experience gained in other channels, ideally in sales. This individual has the proven ability to work collaboratively in a matrix atmosphere and has superior written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

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

3358General Manager

Our client is a widely respected, publicly traded international food producer with their corporate headquarters based in the GTA.

The General Manager is a critical leadership role mandated with providing leadership, guidance and direction in facilitating the turn around, management and growth of the Canadian operations. This is a role for an experienced operations-driven General Manager with additional sales and marketing leadership experience as well as an accomplished track record of profitably growing a business.  The General Manager will have demonstrated experience in driving change and developing high performance operations, with a successful history of leading, inspiring and energizing teams to achieve targets in a fast paced and changing environment. The successful candidate will have demonstrated their ability to build key relationships across the organization internally as well as with key external customer relationships.

The ideal candidate possesses a university degree preferably in business with 10+ years of relevant leadership experience in a general management capacity gained ideally in high intensity consumer products organizations (Manufacturing, Packaging, Distribution and Service, Supply Chain). He/she will have experience in leading transformational and operational process improvement initiatives in a high performance, sales-driven operation. The individual possesses excellent leadership and management skills with a broad understanding of process, business, and manufacturing and proven ability to translate that understanding into execution with operational excellence. He/she must have strong financial acumen, listening and communication skills and must be both persistent and tenacious. 

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

3424Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

Our client is a leading financial services institution headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company offers a full range of financial products and services through its retail branch network, telephone, internet banking, and automated banking machines.

The Senior Manager, Corporate Communications will lead, coach, develop and manage a team of communications professionals.  The successful candidate will provide strategic and tactical counsel and advice on both internal and external communications for two departments, Wealth Management & Securities. He/She will also be responsible for developing and crafting high-impact executive communication for the leaders of these two businesses. The individual will be responsible for writing and/or editing all broad communication using crisp, concise language, ensuring consistency in messages and leveraging communication vehicles to ensure the right information gets to the right people at the right time.

The ideal candidate possesses a University degree in the liberal arts, economics, communication or related discipline and has a minimum 12-15 years internal/external communication experience in a corporate communication environment, preferably involving a publicly traded company with capital markets experience being an asset. The individual possesses a strategic mindset, business acumen and the ability to effectively coach and develop a team in a corporate environment. He/she must have strong organizational skills, be a strong networker and be able to interact well and build relationships and respect with a diverse group of senior executives. Cantonese or Mandarin would be an asset, as would the Canadian Securities Course (CSC).

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

3445Director, Maintenance & Engineering

Our client is a leading Canadian manufacturer and marketer of spirits and imported wines.

Reporting to the Vice President, Operations, the Director, Maintenance & Engineering will manage a team of six direct reports and will be responsible for leading all maintenance, repair and engineering activities for the organization’s integrated production facility. The incumbent will be mandated with developing a clearly articulated, predictive and preventative maintenance strategy, achieving buy-in at all levels of the organization to ensure effective implementation of the program.
 
The ideal candidate has a post secondary degree in engineering, mechanical or chemical preferred, combined with 10 years professional experience in a maintenance leadership role with a strong track record in leading change in a unionized environment. He/she will have prior experience in implementing and maintaining a best-in-class preventative and predictive maintenance program and will have attained superior outcomes in regards to strategic thinking, sound analysis and planning and good business judgment. The Director, Manufacturing & Engineering will possess exceptional interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. This includes possessing superior influencing, collaboration and communication skills; the ability to quickly build strong working relationships and establish trust and credibility with multiple stakeholders.

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

3500District 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

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, GTA

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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

3500Director, Planning & Urban Design & Project Manager, Real Estate (Ontario)

The Bedford Consulting Group is working with Canada Lands Company in the recruitment of a Director, Planning & Urban Design, and Project Manager, Real Estate (Ontario).

Canada Lands Company CLC Limited is a federal Crown corporation that was created to optimize the financial and community value obtained from surplus properties no longer required by the Government of Canada. The Company is self-financing and implements innovative property solutions to create strong and competitive communities where it operates. Since its inception, CLC has distributed hundreds of millions of dollars to the Government of Canada. The Company employs more than 400 employees at its Head Office, the CN Tower and its offices located across Canada.

Principal Functions

Based at corporate head office in Toronto, the Director, Planning & Urban Design, and Project Manager, Real Estate (Ontario) will report to the General Manager, Real Estate, Ontario. The Director will work with other department members and manage a team of external consultants as required.

The Director plays a critical role within the Ontario Real Estate Group and is responsible for participating in the master planning, rezoning and implementation of land development projects located in the Ontario Region in order to create livable environments based on the principles of good design, smart growth and sustainable development. This will include acting as a land use planning and urban design resource and/or project manager for the Ontario Region, as well as providing support to other managers in the Ontario Region.

The Director will manage and coordinate the planning and urban design elements of land development projects and will participate in obtaining municipal approvals and in the review of architectural urban design approvals. Moreover, the Director will be tasked with overseeing the development of project-specific urban design and architectural guidelines, participating in the property acquisition process and assisting in the preparation of business plans as required.

Critical to success in this role will be the incumbent’s ability of working in a dynamic, fast moving and political environment, while effectively balancing creativity with sound decision-making to render mature and supported decisions. The incumbent will be a team player who excels in working within collaborative environments and who possesses superior capabilities in motivating and developing effective working relationships with professionals, senior officials, internal resources and consultants in order to bring projects to a successful conclusion. The ideal candidate must have exceptional communication, relationship building, influencing and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to grasp and convey complex ideas in an articulate manner.

Key Requirements:

- Degree in Urban Planning or Urban Design studies or related field with a minimum of 7 years post graduate experience.

- Membership with an accredited professional association in planning, urban design or architecture (e.g., member of the Canadian Institute of Planners)

- Extensive knowledge of municipal government organization structures and approval processes for land development, residential and commercial real estate, as well as extensive experience in securing approvals.

- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret a wide range of Municipal and Provincial planning legislation, implementation guidelines, municipal policy, and zoning bylaws, approval procedures, and regulations.

- Sound knowledge of condominium/apartment residential housing forms.

- Management experience in public and/or private sector.

- Sound working knowledge of contemporary urban design, planning, and development practices, including smart growth and sustainable development practices.

- Knowledge of all aspects of land use planning and development from initial review of project feasibility, concept planning, the municipal approval process, servicing, and knowledge of economic factors affecting real estate markets.

- Demonstrated project experience combined with ability to manage multiple projects, consistently meeting schedules, manage project files, and make appropriate decisions to promote the successful outcome of the project.

- Fluency in French is an asset.

Canada Lands Company is an employer who values an inclusive and diverse workforce that mirrors the Canadian population. As a result, employment equity is a factor in the selection process. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

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

3500Directeur de la planification et de l'aménagement urbain, et directeur de projets immobiliers (pour la région de l'Ontario).

La société Bedford Consulting Group travaille de concert avec la Société immobilière du Canada limitée (SIC) pour recruter un Directeur de la planification et de l'aménagement urbain, et directeur de projets immobiliers (pour la région de l'Ontario).

La Société immobilière du Canada limitée (SIC) est une société d’État qui a été créée dans le but d’optimiser la valeur financière et communautaire des propriétés excédentaires dont le gouvernement du Canada n’a plus besoin. La Société est autofinancée et met en oeuvre des solutions immobilières novatrices pour renforcer et rendre plus concurrentielles les collectivités où elle exerce ses activités. Depuis sa création, la Société immobilière du Canada limitée (SIC) a versé des centaines de millions de dollars au gouvernement du Canada. La Société compte plus de 400 employés à son siège social de la tour CN et dans ses bureaux, partout au Canada.

Fonctions principales:

Situé au siège social à Toronto, le directeur de la planification et de l'aménagement urbain, et directeur de projets immobiliers (Ontario) travaillera sous l'autorité du directeur général des projets immobiliers (Ontario). Le directeur sera appelé à travailler avec d'autres membres du service et à gérer une équipe de consultants externes, selon le cas.

Le directeur jouera un rôle essentiel dans les services du groupe immobilier de l'Ontario et participera au plan d'aménagement principal, au rezonage et à la mise en oeuvre de projets de développement situés dans la région de l'Ontario dans le but de créer des environnement viables, fondés sur des principes et des concepts de qualité, sur la croissance intelligente et le développement durable. Cela signifie qu'il devra agir à titre de directeur de la planification de l'utilisation des terrains et de l'aménagement urbain et/ou comme directeur des ressources et des projets pour la région de l'Ontario, en plus d'apporter son soutien aux autres directeurs de la région de l'Ontario

Le directeur dirigera et coordonnera les éléments de planification et d'aménagement urbain des projets de mise en valeur des terrains et participera au processus d'obtention de l'approbation des municipalités ainsi qu'à la révision des évaluations des projets d'urbanisme. Par ailleurs, le directeur devra superviser la mise en place de directives spécifiques sur les projets d'aménagement urbain et d'architecture, en participant au processus d'acquisition de la propriété et à la préparation de plans d'affaires requis selon les exigences.

Le succès du titulaire à remplir ce rôle résidera dans sa capacité à oeuvrer dans un environnement dynamique, politique qui évolue rapidement, tout en équilibrant efficacement la créativité et le processus décisionnel afin d'être en mesure de livrer des choix réfléchis et approuvés. Le titulaire sera un membre d'équipe à part entière qui excelle à oeuvrer dans des environnements collaboratifs et qui possède des capacités supérieures sur les plans de la motivation et du développement des relations d'affaires efficaces auprès des professionnels, des cadres supérieurs, des ressources internes et des consultants, dans le but de mener des projets à terme avec succès. Le candidat idéal doit posséder des compétences exceptionnelles pour la communication, les relations de travail, avoir de l'influence et savoir négocier, en plus d'avoir la capacité de saisir des idées complexes et de les faire progresser de façon articulée.

Exigences clés:

- Diplôme universitaire en urbanisme ou études en aménagement urbain ou dans un domaine connexe, avec un minimum de sept (7) ans d'expérience post universitaire.

- Membre d'une association professionnelle accréditée dans le domaine de la planification, de l'aménagement urbain ou de l'architecture (par exemple, membre de l'Institut canadien des urbanistes)

- Connaissances approfondies des structures organisationnelles d'un gouvernement municipal et des processus d'approbation pour la mise en valeur des terrains, des projets résidentiels et commerciaux, et posséder plusieurs années d'expérience dans l'approbation d'ententes.

- Connaissances reconnues et capacités à interpréter une vaste gamme de lois municipales et provinciales, de directives de mise en oeuvre, de politiques municipales et de règlements de zonage, de procédures d'approbation ainsi que la réglementation dans son ensemble.

- Connaissance approfondie des différents types de projets de condominium/d'appartement résidentiels.

- Expérience dans le secteur public et/ou privé.

- Bonne connaissance de travail dans le domaine de l'aménagement urbain, de la planification, et des pratiques de mise en valeur, incluant la croissance intelligente et les politiques de développement durable.

- Bonne connaissance de tous les aspects de la planification de l'utilisation des terrains et de leurs mise en valeur, y compris la révision initiale de la faisabilité du projet, la planification du concept, le processus d'approbation municipal, les travaux d'infrastructures et une bonne connaissance des facteurs économiques affectant les marchés immobiliers.

- Expérience de projet reconnue combinée à la capacité de gérer de multiples projets, de respecter rigoureusement les échéances, de gérer des fichiers de projets et de prendre les décisions appropriées pour promouvoir le succès du projet.

- Une bonne connaissance du français représente un atout.

La Société immobilière du Canada est un employeur qui valorise la diversité et l’intégration de la main-d’oeuvre afin qu’elle reflète la population canadienne. Par conséquent, l’équité en emploi est un facteur dans le processus de sélection. Nous encourageons les candidats à s’auto-identifier.

Pour considération confidentiel, s’il vous plait, envoyer votre c.v. à draycroft@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

3263Executive Director, Sales – United States

Our client is global leader in education and education technology. As an education partner and consultant to the not for profit Higher Education, post secondary Career Education, and Professional markets, the company is committed to designing total, client-driven education solutions.

The Executive Director, Sales will manage a large geographic sales territory, driving Pearson technology, content and services revenue. This position will build relationships with the C-level (CAO, CIO, VP, Dean)  in higher education, serving as a
member of the Pearson Learning Solutions (PLS) and Pearson eCollege sales team.

The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree and a minimum 8+ years of complex, consultative sales experience, selling technology related products and services to the higher education marketplace. Deep understanding of complex product sell cycles and an excellent track record of defining a strategic sales strategy and achieving implementation and execution is essential. The Executive Director, Institutional Sales, will be creative, flexible and strategic and have strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across multiple internal and external stakeholders.

For confidential consideration, please email your résumé to vzylberberg@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 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

3463Vice President, Sales & Acquisitions

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.

Reporting to the CEO, the VP, Sales and Acquisitions is a newly created role that will set the strategic direction for the sales operation and provides leadership to the sales, servicing and marketing of the Distribution operation. As a member of the management team, the VP, Sales and Acquisitions works together with the CEO's to achieve the company's strategic goals, and will focus approximately 80% of their efforts on sales and 20% on acquisitions. Furthermore, as the television industry transforms to new digital platforms, the VP, Sales and Acquisitions will also be expected to explore new opportunities for exploitation of rights on emerging online and mobile platforms.

The ideal candidate possesses a minimum of 10 years experience leading a sales organization delivering outstanding results. He/she is a dynamic, creative sales executive with global television experience. The individual has superb negotiation skills, is customer-oriented and understands how to create win-win situations. The ideal candidate has experience in factual and lifestyle programming, with experience in children’s programming being an asset.  

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