Superintendent, Major Projects (Infra) | General Contractor

Toronto, ON, Canada

$ 150.000 - 200.000

Superintendent, Major Projects (Infra) | General Contractor Posted 9 hours ago

General Contractor

Leading general contractor focused on major infrastructure projects across Canada

Large general contractor seeking experienced Superintendent with 10+ years of relevant experience in construction phase of large infrastructure projects

Under the general direction of the Construction Manager, the General Superintendent will coordinate the planning and schedule activities for the construction and/or repair of heavy civil engineering works including Excavation, Haul, Fill, Stockpiling, Concrete and Formwork. The General Superintendent is responsible to support the overall Project requirements that works are safely completed on schedule and on budget in compliance with the contract requirements. All work must be performed safely, efficiently and completed to the highest standards of quality and workmanship

Required positive interaction and productive working relationships with other supervisory staff, office and technical staff, Ministry of Transportation personnel, emergency personnel and the travelling public.

The Superintendent is the direct Supervisor for positions such as Laborer’s, Equipment Operators and Foremen and is also responsible for the co-ordination and direction of the workforce in the performance of their duties. The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of maintenance and safety standards, the ability to provide effective leadership, and the ability to ensure that all work is carried out in a safe and cost-effective manner to meet or exceed standards.

Core Responsibilities

Establish a thorough knowledge of plans and specifications, work schedules, production targets and procedures pertaining to changes, extra work, and claims and costing

Manage construction activities on-site in order to maintain targeted/scheduled production within budget

Organize, direct, supervise and control the work activities within the Management area and ensure that staff, equipment and materials are available and deployed in a manner that achieves cost effectiveness and quality

Assist with recruiting, training, and developing supervisors, professionals, workers and support staff.

Communicate with field supervision and have strong field presence to become included in all site

Field contract administration of subcontracts including confirmation of payment

Conducting time studies of production by crews and

Provide process planning and project management services for

Provide technical direction to suppliers and support

Diagnose and correct deficiencies in construction and

Be a safety leader and endorse the “Zero Incident Philosophy”.

Be visible out in the field, ensuring compliance with the safety site specific procedures and always encouraging safe behavior.

Provide oversight and leadership, ensuring all necessary safety procedures are in place.

Before assigning work, recognize hazards and communicate expectations to the team to mitigate or remove

Participate and attend Safety meetings and communicate down to the team where needed.

Plan safety into all work activities and effectively communicate these down the chain of command.

Constantly monitor work behaviors and correct all unsafe acts

Provide clear housekeeping requirements before, during and after all

Verify and enforce compliance with all safety procedures and protocols

Special Conditions:

Individuals may be required to travel within Canada and elsewhere as directed.

Positions, hence individuals, may be subject to relocation to projects and offices within Canada and elsewhere according to company resource requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Civil construction and an in depth knowledge of the road and bridge maintenance industry

Delegate and monitor work and provide constructive feedback.

Able to oversee timely and fair punch list completion, resolve all “routine” change orders, timely delivery through close out submittals, leaving the customer with a positive view of Company.

Good operational planning and time management skills; able to manage projects simultaneously without compromising on standards and quality.

Ability to ensure standards and specifications are met.

Ability to work with colleagues to deliver project and operational performance

Strong understanding on highway maintenance in general and British Columbia highway maintenance specifications

Experience/Qualifications

Technical Diploma, Trade Certification and/or equivalent training or experience.

5 years’ experience in a supervisory position.

Previous experience on heavy civil construction projects, mass concrete experience will be considered an asset.

Work on high profile and complex projects

Ability to self perform roadwork and utility installation

Advanced knowledge of construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, procedures, scheduling and cost control.

Knowledge of contingency planning.

Knows how to interpret contract documents to mitigate risk and plan work effectively.

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Ideal Candidate

• Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered..

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.

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