We are looking for a Full-time Superintendent for a project in Burnaby, BC

Why Unitech?

Unitech Construction Management is committed to creating a fun and inclusive environment for our employees. We have been in construction industry for 36 years and are experiencing extensive growth. We are looking for hardworking, committed individuals who add value to our clients’ projects. We are passionate about collaboration on our projects and welcome anyone to our team who has the same goal of doing a good job, having a little fun, and making a little money, which we incorporate into every part of our projects and our business. Whether you are experienced or new to the construction industry, Unitech believes in investing in our people.

Competitive Compensation Package

· $75k - 100k, Wage will be commensurate with experience

· Extended health, dental and vision benefits through a flexible health spending account

· Short-term and Long-term disability and life insurance

· 100% tuition reimbursement through our Skills and Development program

· Wellness programs

· Company events

Job Summary

As an experienced Assistant Superintendent, you will be resourceful, intelligent, confident and dedicated professional who is committed to building our clients trust through clarity and integrity. You will be a fair, fun and firm team player who will be the eyes and ears for our clients on our construction sites.

Assistant Superintendent duties will assist the Superintendent as directed with the following but not limited to:

· Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of all workers on site.

· Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate the work activities of all trades.

· Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity.

· Review all revisions, changes, and additions to trade contracts with trade contractors, the Project Manager and consultants.

· Be alert to changes and potential problems, particularly those involving safety on the jobsite and adherence to regulations.

· Ensure standards for safe working conditions are always observed by all persons on site.

· Ensure Unitech’s Occupational Health and Safety Program is being followed throughout the project.

· Immediately notify the Superintendent and/or Health & Safety Administrator of ANY safety violations, WCB visits, accident reports, and corrective actions observed.

· Ensure all documentation Unitech’s OH&S program requires is accurately completed and signed off by site personnel and emailed to the Superintendent/Project Manager immediately on signing (alternatively saved in SiteDocs).

· Keep individual time sheets for each worker and email to the Project Manager not later than first thing the morning following the end of the current pay period.

· Plan and organizing on the job training as required during the progress of the work.

· Work with the crew “on the tools” to impart efficient procedures and ‘the tricks of the trade’ as much as possible.

· Requisition materials and supplies using Unitech’s standard site PO system for minor, site-initiated purchases.

· Verify all deliveries and turn over signed off packing slips to the Superintendent at appropriate intervals.

· Complete and send Unitech standard Daily Reports to the Project Team not later than first thing the morning following.

· Participate in monthly meetings with the Owner, Project Manager, Consultants, Trade Contractors to review the current work status and any action needed to keep the project within budget and on schedule.

· Maintain all site files in accordance with Unitech’s standard site office filing system.

· Review and advise the Superintendent/Project Manager on all scheduling issues throughout construction.

· Maintain a copy of the project schedule that shows the variation between actual start and finish dates for each scheduled activity.

· When a Trade Contractor is directed to make changes based on unit costs, verify accuracy of quantities of material and labor via detailed daily sign off Trade Contractor’s work sheets.

· Advise the Project Manager whether Trade Contract progress invoicing accurately represents progress of the work completed.

· Ensure all construction materials, equipment, and supplies are in compliance with the contract documents, shop drawings, and submittals.

· Ensure workmanship is in compliance with the approved plans, specifications, shop drawings and referenced standards.

· Ensure Trade Contractors have obtained the Consultant’s approval prior to covering or closeout of work.

· Continuous monitoring of quality and the coordination of Trade Contractors’ work.

· Report any discrepancies noted in plans and specifications to the Superintendent, Project Manager and Consultant for clarification and resolution.

· Email copies of all site tests, inspections, and reports to the Project Manager immediately on receipt. Save in Sharepoint.

· Receive and log samples required to be furnished at the site, notify the Consultant when ready for examination, record the Consultant’s approval or other action and maintain custody of approved samples.

· Ensure work does not begin before required shop drawings, product submittals, or samples have been approved by the Consultant.

· Report to the Superintendent/Project Manager when, in your judgment, the work being performed does not conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents or safety requirements are not being followed and, if necessary, suspend the work pending resolution.

· Recommend to the Project Manager and Consultant ways to alleviate identified problems.

· Preparation and issuing of standard Unitech Quality Control Review sheets recording any corrective action required of any Trade Contractor and when they need to be completed by.

· Observe tests required by the Contract Documents, record test procedures and report results, to the Superintendent, Project Manager and Consultants.

· Report to the project manager once weekly (Friday’s) the photo records of the current weeks’ work, as well as a schedule with the next weeks look ahead separated by work being done by the trades and work being done by Unitech’s Staff.

· Ensure all as-built drawings are kept current (onsite paper copy).

· Review Trade Contractor’s Record Drawings at appropriate intervals to ensure up-to date records are maintained.

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Qualifications

· Minimum 5 years onsite construction experience.

· Experience with concrete and structural steel is considered an asset.

· Good working knowledge of current construction methods, materials, procedures, drawings, specifications and building codes.

· Self-motivated, creative thinking, organized, and efficient.

· Good oral and written communication skills.

· Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership and team building skills.

· Ability to work efficiently with a service-oriented attitude, courtesy, tact and diplomacy under stressful situations with constant interruption.

· Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

· Level 1 (minimum) First Aid certification and knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS).

· Budgeting and estimating skills (computer word processing and spreadsheet programs an asset).

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employment and other designated information.

· Ability to effectively manage time, responsibilities, and priorities.

· Proficient with computers, multifunctional processing units, telephone, and email.

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and skills in keyboarding.

· Valid driver's license.

Key Qualifications

1. Minimum 5 years onsite construction experience

2. Minimum First Aid Certification Level 1 and knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)

3. Good working knowledge of current construction methods, materials, procedures, drawings, specifications and building codes

4. Self-motivated, creative thinking, organized, and efficient

5. Good oral and written communication skills

6. Ability to work efficiently with a service-oriented attitude, courtesy, tact and diplomacy under stressful situations with constant interruption

7. Budgeting and estimating skills (computer word processing and spreadsheet programs an asset)

8. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employment and other designated information

9. Proficient with computers, multifunctional processing units, telephones and faxes

10. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and skills in keyboarding

11. Valid driver's license

Compensation Package

Unitech’s compensation package will consist of the following:

1. Hourly rate will be commensurate with experience

2. Extended health, dental and vision

3. Disability and life insurance

4. 100% tuition reimbursement

5. Wellness Programs

6. Company events

To Apply

Send us a copy of your most recent resume and our HR department will review your qualifications.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.

Please note: we will not be entertaining recruitment agencies for now.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person