Flynn Group of Companies jobs
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Headquarters: Mississauga (Ontario)
Year of creation: 1978
Type of company: private
Sector of activity: construction
Features
The Flynn Group of Companies is North America’s leading total building envelope contractor. It employs more than 5000 people in 35 offices across Canada and the US. It is positioned in five business sectors: roofing systems, glazing and curtain walls, architectural metals, roofing service and environmental solutions. It was founded in 1978 in Winnipeg, Manitoba with less than ten employees and initially focused on commercial roofing contracting. Over the years, it expanded across Canada, offering more products and services for the entire building envelope. It eventually entered the US market in 2014. It is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Employees
The Flynn Group is comprised of more than 3000 employees across 19 locations in Canada. The company actively encourages the education and skill development of its employees, providing them with opportunities for advancement and the power to create a career, not only a job. The many project managers, roofers and estimators, to name but a few, are a dynamic group of people enjoying a fast-paced, challenging environment with the goal of providing the best customer service for its clients.
Work Environment
The Flynn Group prides itself on being a close-knit, stable work environment preferring to promote from within. It is the “Flynn Way”. The company provides its employees with competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance. As well, it offers work from home, RRSP matching and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Additionally, it gives certain workers a financial stake in the company through its employee share ownership program. The company is owned by at least 57 of its key managers, including the owner, Mr. Flynn.
Corporate Culture
The Flynn Group believes in environmental and social responsibility. It is a founding member of Green Roofs for Healthy Cities that aims to raise awareness of the economic, social and environmental benefits of green roof infrastructure. It is also involved in the community, donating funds to charities and other organizations that support the communities in which people live and work. The Flynn Group is dedicated to the health and safety of its people, business and clients. It regularly provides education and training opportunities ensuring work sites and manufacturing facilities exceed industry safety standards. Their safety motto is “At the end of the day, we all go home safe”.