Site Superintendent

Advantages
Salary $120,000 - $140,000
3 weeks vacation
Full Benefits
RRSP Matching
Discretionary Bonus

Responsibilities
· Plan, schedule, organize, direct and control construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget

· Review the project plans and specifications and comment on the building design, scheduling, potential construction problems

· Oversee day-to-day field activities inspecting work performed by employees, other contractors and sub-contractors displaying a high level of honesty and professionalism

· Contract, schedule and supervise the activities of all subcontractors and tradespeople

· Maintain good working relationships with the clients, consultants, subtrades and regulatory authorities

· Partner with the Project Manager to discuss errors, discrepancies or omissions contained within the Consultant’s design drawings

· Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to project team for resolution

· Maintain strict build-out construction schedule and make changes as necessary to ensure deadlines are met

· Perform quality control duties and responsibilities regarding work performed

· Track supply inventory and materials to guard against loss and to ensure that vital materials are ordered and delivered to meet schedule

· Coordinate and direct independent testing and inspections as required

· Retains 247 ownership for site in its entirety ensuring its security and safety regardless of time of day/night and the day of the week

· Expected to perform physical labour from time to time, as necessary, to complete work efficiently and economically

· Maintain and enforce good construction standards and quality control

· Control and monitor labour, material and equipment expenses

· Assemble the job site office and equipment requirements

· Lead job site meetings

· Conduct employee orientations and safety meetings

· Process time sheets, purchase orders, directives and other documentation as necessary

· Maintain a safe, organized and clean job site compliant with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation for Construction Projects

· Prepare and expedite project deficiency lists

· Provide other duties as requested and required

Qualifications
· 10+ years of experience within ground-up, multi-residential environments as well as large-scale industrial experience

· Experience in various areas of the construction process, project planning and scheduling, team building and mentoring

· Ability to read construction drawings, shop drawings and basic understand of mechanical and electrical drawings

· Advanced understanding of Canadian regulations relating to compliance on building permits and construction codes

· Proficient in Construction Health & Safety requirements and environmental hazards and controls

· Up to date safety training including: Working at Heights, WHMIS & First Aid

· Proficient computer skills in MS products

· University or College Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Technical or business-related curriculum or equivalent professional experience

· Valid G Driver’s license

· Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, manage, and direct a complex variety of activities to deliver the required business benefit – on time and within budget

· Manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events

· Responds to management direction, takes responsibility for actions, keeps commitments, commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals

· Looks for ways to improve and promote quality

· Superior communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

· Effective decision-making skills through use of sound judgement and technical knowledge

· Works independently identifying when to reach out for professional input

· Capable to apply effective management techniques to maximize employee performance including performance reviews and disciplinary actions

· Strong negotiation skills with ability to influence team members, vendors, and other stakeholders

· Able to garner the respect of the trades

· Ability to take initiative and immediate action to get outstanding items complete

· Thrives within a team environment


Summary
The Site Superintendent is responsible for managing daily on-site activity of one large project, ensuring it is constructed in strict accordance with plans, specifications, and local codes. The Site Superintendent ensures adequate manpower is available for tasks, scheduling and directing the work of all subcontractors, consultants and vendors to meet or exceed our clients’ expectations of quality, safety and delivery. This individual will work closely with the Project Managers on the construction of both an industrial warehouse, as well as a ground-up, multi-residential project.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.