Senior Construction, Transportation, Production and Utilities Managers
(NOC 0016)
in All ManagementSenior managers in this group manage the affairs of goods production, utility, transportation and construction companies. They set the direction to be taken by these organizations, either alone or with a board of directors. They work in companies throughout the following industries: fishing, forestry, logging and agriculture; mining, oil and gas extraction; construction; transportation and warehousing; printing; manufacturing; and utilities or they may own their own business.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Management
This is a moderate sized occupation in Nova Scotia so some job opportunities may occur through turnover. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Senior Managers in Construction, Transportation, Production, and Utilities most commonly work full-time hours. Also, a fair portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 79% of Senior Managers in Construction, Transportation, Production, and Utilities who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $112,546. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$12.95
Minimum$48.82
Median$147.86
MaximumAnnual Pay
$11,264
Minimum$103,148
Median$362,180
MaximumCompared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$16.70
Minimum$45.17
Median$58.17
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,632
Minimum$55,002
Median$124,014
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Senior managers in this group manage the affairs of goods production, utility, transportation and construction companies. They set the direction to be taken by these organizations, either alone or with a board of directors. They work in companies throughout the following industries: fishing, forestry, logging and agriculture; mining, oil and gas extraction; construction; transportation and warehousing; printing; manufacturing; and utilities or they may own their own business.
Job duties
Senior managers in this group:
- Create objectives for the organization and make or approve policies and programs.
- Approve and organize the creation of major departments and related senior staff positions.
- Assign material, human and financial resources to carry out policies and programs.
- Set up financial and administrative controls.
- Create and approve promotional campaigns.
- Approve overall staff planning.
- Select middle managers, directors or other executive staff.
- Coordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments.
- Represent the organization in negotiations or other official functions.
- Senior managers in this unit group may specialize in finance, marketing, human resources or in a service area.
Sample job titles
- chief executive officer (CEO)
- chief financial officer (CFO)
- chief operating officer
- construction general manager
- corporate controller
- electric power company president
- executive director
- general manager
- operations manager
- president
- vice-president
Skills
You need strong leadership qualities and an ability to motivate others. You need excellent organizational, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making skills. You must have confidence and initiative, and you need excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Job requirements
- A university degree or college diploma in engineering, business administration, commerce or other discipline related to the company's product.
- Several years of experience as a middle manager in goods production, utilities, transportation or construction are usually necessary.
- Specialization in a functional area or product is possible through university or college training in that area or through experience.
- Senior managers in finance usually need a professional accounting designation.
Other considerations
There is movement among senior management positions.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Management
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
Annapolis Valley
North Shore
Southern
Cape Breton
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Construction
Transportation and warehousing
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Information and cultural industries
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
35-44
65+
25-34
15-24
Compared to: All Management
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
Bachelor
$129,068 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$112,654 median annual incomeMaster
$149,799 median annual incomeHigh school
$63,979 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$59,906 median annual incomeCompared to: All Management
Bachelor
$71,875 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,294 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$50,256 median annual incomeMaster
$93,261 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$44,396 median annual incomeEducation & training
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