Bourgon Construction is always looking for the best people in the business. Project managers, superintendents, carpenters, skilled labourers - chances are good that if our values and passion for building line up and we don’t have a spot for you, we’ll make one!

OUR APPROACH

We embrace a ‘master-builder’ approach to projects within our range of expertise, and we aim to have our managers steer projects through from planning and estimation to completion and handover. This approach creates the big-picture experience, the accountability, and the one-on-one relationships we enjoy.

We value people who are energized by this hands-on approach, work well with others, are meticulous by nature, and enjoy continuous training and development.

OPEN POSITIONS

Below are positions that we are actively seeking to fill – and we are always eager to meet great people whose interests, skills and values match ours. So don’t hesitate to get in touch. The most thorough, professional applications with references are typically considered first. A note to students: we support apprenticeships and summer positions as often as possible, so don’t be shy!

Site Superintendent – Ottawa/Eastern Ontario

Ottawa/Eastern Ontario

This role is responsible for the overall supervision of construction projects, crews and sub-contractors. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality approach to all employees, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and owners. The successful candidate will be supported in the role by a Project Manager and a Project Coordinator and will act as part of a team to deliver the project in a manner consistent with Bourgon Construction’s vision.

This position is full-time, permanent, and will be located on site in Eastern Ontario regions for the duration of the project (Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry, Prescott & Russell, Leeds & Grenville). Health and retirement benefits are available following a probationary period. Training and on-going education are provided and encouraged.

Responsibilities:

• Able to work with contract documents and prepare the layout of the project.
• Plan, organize and assign work to be done by own crews and subtrades.
• Ability to lead by example, educate, coach, develop and direct workers with specific, timely instructions and feedback.
• Monitor crew’s productivity, track hours for work performed.
• Check the quality of work along the way with respect to specifications and building code.
• Lead the implementation, management and monitoring of safety programs.
• Manage, receive and report materials on site.
• Manage the storage, security and maintenance of specific tools and manuals.
• Be a proactive problem-solver, draft RFIs, manage SIs and COs, as-builts etc.
• Other tasks as required.

Requirements:

• Proven ICI construction management experience (minimum 10 years). This experience could include work as an Assistant Site Superintendent, Senior Carpenter/Foreman, Site Superintendent, or Construction Project Manager.
• Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OHSA regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and technical skills with a focus on teamwork.
• Driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• Clear criminal record.
• Good physical condition sufficient to meet the demands of the role.
• WHMIS 2015 certification, Working at Heights certification, Supervisor Health & Safety Awareness.

To apply, please email your resume to careers@rjbourgon.com, with the subject line ‘Site Superintendent’.

Bourgon Construction is a privately-owned, mid-sized regional ICI construction company offering general contracting, project management and design/build services to clients located across Eastern Ontario. We employ 60 people working out of offices in Cornwall and Kingston. We typically focus on institutional, commercial and multi-residential projects in the $1M to $60M range.