Job Description

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Job Type: Permanent

Date: 9/27/2022

Job ID: JM154523927

Category: Executive

The Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) was established in 1988 and is an industry-funded organization providing cost-effective, quality safety training and advice to the construction industry in the province. ACSA's membership consists of construction companies situated in Alberta that pay premiums to the Alberta Workers' Compensation Board under the applicable construction rate codes. The ACSA's mission is to engage our stakeholders in supporting a culture that promotes health and safety values.

Their provision of safety and safety-related programs and services provides a sound foundation for a healthy and profitable industry. With over 34 years of development and service to industry, the ACSA has helped influence a decrease in construction injury rates.

Chief Executive Officer

The Chief Executive Officer is the senior administrative staff person within the organization and is accountable to the Board of Directors. This position has dual roles of supporting the management of overall governance and leading the day-to-day operations within ACSA. The Chief Executive Officer provides effective leadership and resources to the Board, Committee Chairs, and staff on the ACSA strategic priorities. The incumbent will also build and foster teamwork while encouraging positive and professional relationships with staff, member companies, and other key stakeholders. In addition, the incumbent will support the Board of Directors in the implementation of the long-term strategic plan to guide the Association and its members.

Qualifications:

• Seven or more years of progressive management experience, coupled with knowledge of leadership, management principles, human resources, financial, and project management.
• Experience reporting to and addressing the needs of a Board of Directors and understanding the dual roles of team leadership and Board management.
• Experience working in the area of policy development and policy implementation.
• Experience working with community-based stakeholders at various levels (local, regional, and national.)
• Experience working in partnership with various government agencies and management boards (local, regional, and national.)
• This is a senior level position for which the incumbent must have post-secondary education or substantial prior management experience and responsibility in a similar environment.
• Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of camaraderie and cooperation among diverse community and political stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational, management, networking, and analytical skills.
• Construction industry experience and an MBA will be considered strong assets.

For more information about the Alberta Construction Safety Association, visit their website at If you are searching for an opportunity where you like to play a leading role in one of the nation's leading safety providers in the construction industry, please contact Jeff or Marcus.

Jeff Mercer

Executive Recruiter

403.305.0055

Marcus Haccius

Recruitment Lead

902.334.6002