Travel Manager

Reporting to the Senior Director, Supply Chain Management, the Travel Manager is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and ongoing management of the company’s national travel program. This role ensures a cost-effective, efficient, and compliant travel experience for employees while maintaining alignment with corporate objectives, governance requirements, and duty of care standards.

Operating within a large, publicly traded environment, the Travel Manager collaborates cross-functionally with Finance, Procurement, HR, Risk, and Executive Leadership to optimize travel spend, drive vendor performance, and enhance the employee travel experience across multiple regions.

This position is primarily based in Calgary and will require travel to support the program as required.

What You Will Be Working On

Travel Program Strategy & Governance

Develop and execute a scalable, global travel strategy aligned with organizational goals and cost management targets

Establish and maintain corporate travel policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory, audit, and internal governance standards

Monitor and enforce travel policy adherence across all business units

Vendor & Supplier Management

Lead sourcing, negotiation, and management of travel-related vendors, including airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and travel management companies (TMCs)

Establish service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure vendor performance

Conduct regular business reviews to ensure quality, cost savings, and service delivery optimization

Cost Management & Reporting

Manage the corporate travel budget and identify opportunities for cost optimization and savings

Analyze travel spend data, trends, and forecasting to support financial planning and decision-making

Prepare executive-level reporting and dashboards on travel program performance, savings, and compliance

Technology & Systems Management

Oversee travel booking platforms and expense management systems (e.g., Concur, Workday, or equivalent)

Drive system enhancements and integrations to improve user experience and reporting capabilities

Ensure data integrity and accuracy across travel and expense systems

Employee Experience & Support

Enhance the end-to-end travel experience by improving booking processes, communication, and support services

Partner with HR and Communications to provide guidance, training, and updates on travel programs

Address escalated travel issues and ensure timely resolution

Risk Management & Duty of Care

Implement and maintain travel risk management protocols, including traveler tracking and emergency response procedures

Collaborate with Security and Risk teams to ensure employee safety during travel

Monitor geopolitical, health, and environmental risks that may impact travel

Stakeholder Collaboration

Partner with senior leaders, business units, and functional teams to align travel programs with operational needs

Act as the primary point of contact for all corporate travel matters internally and externally

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field

7–10+ years of experience in corporate travel management, procurement, or a related function

Experience within a large, complex, or publicly traded organization is strongly preferred

Demonstrated experience managing global or multi-regional travel programs

Proven track record of vendor negotiation and contract management

Skills & Competencies

Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and analyzing spend data

Advanced negotiation and supplier management skills

Proficiency with travel and expense systems (e.g., SAP Concur, Workday, or equivalent)

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including executive-level reporting

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Ability to influence and drive change across a complex organization

High attention to detail with strong governance and compliance focus

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Travel cost savings and budget adherence

Policy compliance rates

Vendor performance and SLA achievement

Employee satisfaction with travel program

System adoption and utilization rates

Risk management effectiveness and incident response

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.