Hughes Collective is pleased to present an exciting opportunity on behalf of our client.

Role: Division Manager, Sandblasting & Painting

Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Our Client

Our client is a respected, majority Indigenous-owned civil, earthworks, and industrial contracting firm with deep roots in Saskatchewan. For almost three decades, they have proudly partnered with Indigenous and local communities to create meaningful employment opportunities and economic reconciliation. With a commitment to "Building Capacity," they offer opportunities for skill development and personal and professional growth in local projects. Understanding true success extends beyond completing construction projects, it is shown by their ability to uplift communities and build lasting mutually beneficial relationships.

Their purpose-driven approach ensures they are a force for good, building genuine trust, prioritizing safety, integrity and creating opportunities that empower people. Their values define every relationship and each decision they make. Every project is about making a lasting and positive difference in the communities they serve.

The Opportunity

This role offers an opportunity to build a painting and sandblasting division within a well-established organization from the ground up. More than managing a team, you will be part of influencing a division within the organization, driving growth, leading strategy and delivering quality work on some of Saskatchewan’s most important projects. With the autonomy to lead, this is your moment to do something remarkable, building strong, high-performing teams that will create a lasting impact within the business and communities served. An opportunity ideal for someone who thrives on building, problem-solving and leading with purpose.

Key Responsibilities

Division Leadership & Strategic Development

• Lead, manage and grow the Sandblasting & Painting division, defining strategic goals and operational standards.
• Oversee all division related responsibilities including, managing financial performance and budget accountability.
• Lead recruitment and retention initiatives, creating strength and stability in workforce development.
• Actively participate in workforce planning, hiring strategies, and employee development, particularly prioritizing Indigenous community involvement and growth.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting internal skill development and advancement opportunities, especially within Indigenous communities.

Client Relationship & Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with major industry clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through active participation in the RFP process, including technical proposals, pricing strategies, and negotiations.
• Represent the division professionally, building the firm’s reputation as a preferred partner.

Project Execution & Technical Oversight

• Oversee operational aspects of sandblasting and painting projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with client requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to team members during planning, execution and completion of projects.
• Regularly visit project sites, maintaining a presence to ensure smooth operations and provide effective team management.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in sandblasting and painting, ideally someone who started in the field and has advanced through progressive leadership roles.
• Strong business acumen and proven capability in managing financial, operational, and strategic aspects of a division or large projects.
• Previous experience in a project management role, preferably in the construction industry is highly beneficial.  
• Commitment to Indigenous engagement and supporting community growth initiatives.
• Experience or demonstrated capability to lead large, multi-discipline crews.
• Must be willing to visit remote job sites as needed.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage others and many facets of the construction project and assume overall responsibility.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of building process, costs, and scheduling.

What Our Client Offers

• Rewarding Compensation: A comprehensive compensation package with 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Secure Your Future: A pension plan with an employer-matched contribution of up to 5%, along with an optional RRSP program designed to further strengthen your financial security.
• Community and Career Impact: An opportunity to build and lead a division from the ground up, directly shaping company standards and processes, while creating meaningful employment and professional growth opportunities for local communities.
• Prioritizing Balance: Generous vacation allotment, flexible work arrangements, and relocation assistance to Saskatoon or nearby communities.

About the Collective

At Hughes Collective, we don’t just recruit—we revolutionize how talent meets opportunity. We’re not in the business of filling roles; we’re in the business of transforming careers and powering businesses with bold, game-changing hires.

For candidates, this isn’t just about your next job—it’s about uncovering your passions, amplifying your strengths, and unlocking your potential. We’re here to connect you to a career that excites, inspires, and fuels your future.

This isn’t recruitment as usual—this is Hughes Collective. Bold. Authentic. Unapologetically different. Your next move starts here.