Site Superintendent

Job summary

Oversee trades and daily site activities, coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, utilities, inspections, and construction schedules. Maintain site safety, quality, security, and cost controls while working with the Project Manager and communicating project issues to the design team and client.

Job details

We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor for our new and current projects. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing all trades and effectively managing daily on-site activities. The successful candidate must possess the knowledge, experience and confidence to engage and professionally interact with the design professionals, consultants and client while successfully directing the sub-contractors and other construction related personnel in planning, coordinating and safely executing the work in accordance with the contract documents, schedule and budget. This individual will work closely with the Project Manager and fulfill an integral role on the project. Candidate must be professional, Hands on personable leader committed to the overall objective and self development within the company. Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of the project schedule. Review the project plans and specifications and comment on the building design, scheduling, possible cost savings measures and potential construction problems. Have confidence in own ability to intelligently communicate with design team/client as well as effectively lead the trades. Contact, schedule and coordinate all subcontractors, suppliers and utilities. Monitor and maintain the project construction schedule on a weekly basis. Raise and discuss relevant issues at the jobsite meetings. Inform the Project Manager of any errors, discrepancies or omissions contained within the Consultant’s design drawings. Maintain a safe job site and ensure that the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act are enforced. Coordinate and direct independent testing and inspections as required. Maintain and enforce good construction standards and quality control. Maintain control and responsibility for the security and operation of directly owned equipment on the job site. Control and monitor labour, material and equipment expenses. Assist in the preparation of the monthly cost forecasting summaries. ‍ Qualifications To be considered for this position you will need to possess the following skills, attributes, and abilities: Minimum 5 years experience as a Site Manager on commercial and new building construction projects. College or university degree in a construction related field an asset. Must have Red Seal Journeyperson Carpentry Status or equivalent Must have understanding of construction terms, scheduling and planning concepts. Proficient in Microsoft Word, and Excel. Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills. ‍

What you’ll do

Oversee trades and daily site activities, coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, utilities, inspections, and construction schedules. Maintain site safety, quality, security, and cost controls while working with the Project Manager and communicating project issues to the design team and client.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience as a Site Manager on commercial and new building construction projects, along with Red Seal Journeyperson Carpentry status or equivalent. A construction-related college or university degree is an asset; candidates should understand construction terminology, scheduling, and planning, and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Listed skills

• Construction Quality Control · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Construction Site Management
• Subcontractor Coordination
• Project Scheduling
• Construction Planning
• Budget and Cost Control
• Construction Quality Control
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Construction Plan and Specification Review
• Team Leadership
• Client and Design Team Communication
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Carpentry

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Security & Safety