00015

Senior managers - construction, transportation, production and utilities

TEER 0 — Management occupations

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Legislative & senior management

0 › 00 › 000 › 0001

Definition

Senior managers in construction, transportation, production and utilities plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate, through middle managers, the overall operations of goods production, utility, transportation and construction companies. They formulate policies which establish the direction to be taken by these companies, either alone or in conjunction with other members of a board of directors. They work in establishments 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 and operate their own business.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Establish objectives for the company and formulate or approve policies and programs
Authorize and organize the establishment of major departments and associated senior staff positions
Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement company policies and programs; establish financial and administrative controls; formulate and approve promotional campaigns; and approve overall personnel planning
Select middle managers, directors or other executive staff
Coordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments
Represent the company, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the company, in negotiations or other official functions.
Senior managers in this unit group may specialize in areas such as finance, marketing or human resources or in a particular product area.

Example job titles

•chief executive officer (CEO) - manufacturing company
•chief financial officer (CFO) - urban transit system
•executive vice-president - railway
•finance vice-president - mining company
•logging company corporate controller
•marketing vice-president - airline
•operations vice-president - electric power company
•petroleum production company regional vice-president

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021, NOC 00015 comprises senior managers in construction, transportation, production, and utilities. These professionals plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate, through middle managers, the operations of organizations within these essential sectors. As a TEER 00 occupation, this classification represents influential leadership roles that establish the overall direction, policies, and strategic objectives of private or public enterprises.

To qualify for this NOC code, candidates typically require a university degree in a relevant discipline, such as engineering, business administration, or science, paired with extensive experience as a middle manager in a related industry. Common duties include formulating and approving organizational policies, authorizing major financial commitments, representing the company in official negotiations, and overseeing the allocation of material, human, and financial resources to ensure corporate targets are met.

From an immigration perspective, high-ranking candidates in NOC 00015 are highly sought after in Canada's Express Entry system, specifically through the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) programs. Additionally, various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) offer targeted pathways for skilled executives capable of driving Canada's industrial growth.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional for official guidance.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

Verify this NOC with DUTYPROOF →Check program eligibility →

Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.