Superintendent (Utilities), Infrastructure

Our client, a leading Civil contractor has an opening for a Superintendent to join their civil & infrastructure team in Vancouver BC. Competitive salary: $130,000 – $180,000 depending on experience. Join a team specializing in sewers and watermains, transportation, dry utilities, shoring, road reconstruction, bridges, concrete forming, marine, environmental remediation and treatment plants / pumping stations. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Our Client is building their Vancouver team as part of an aggressive expansion into the BC market. This is an opportunity to work for a growing Construction company who values the contribution of its employee, their creativity, ingenuity, initiative, excellence and high-level of commitment. Looking for hardworking individuals who are driven by success and are looking to grow with a leading company within the industry.

Reporting directly to the Construction Manager, the Site Superintendent is heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of their projects. The Site Superintendent is responsible for the allocation of resources, equipment and subcontractors within their projects. They will monitor the project site to ensure compliance with the owner’s standards, design procedures, contract specifications and industry best practices. The main objective of the Site Superintendent will be to deliver the specified work safely, within time, within budget and to the desired level of quality and workmanship.

The Role of Superintendent:

• Supervise and direct construction projects in strict accordance with the contract documents and industry best practices;
• Ensure verification of safety compliance with all labour forces including subcontractors;
• Ensure all daily reports including: daily journals, Health and Safety documentation and maintenance records are completed at all times;
• Responsible to enforce all project safety and quality-control policies;
• Day-to-day coordination of construction crews, owned equipment, rented equipment, material supply and subcontractors, including maintenance of satisfactory relationships with owners, subcontractors, unions, etc.;
• Analyze specifications and construction drawings and complete/participate in completing construction plan and construction schedule prior to mobilization to project site;
• Monitor project site, to ensure compliance with owner’s standards, design procedures, contract specifications and industry best practices;
• Research solutions with Project Managers and Project Coordinators to recommend solutions to design problems, including conflicts, unidentified existing interferences and errors/omissions;
• Plan and implement schedules with Project Managers and Project Coordinators to determine crew/manpower levels and ensure proper equipment and subcontractors are available as required for the project;
• Attend and from time to time lead project meetings with internal and external parties to monitor and support the project;
• Review up-to-date cost reports with Project Manager to analyze, determine solutions and correct any tasks that are not within budget;
• Complete additional assignments and responsibilities as requested by Construction Manager and/or Senior Management;
• The main objective of the Project Superintendent will be to deliver the specified work within time, within budget and to the desired level of quality and workmanship.

Experience and Requirements:

• Engineering Degree (Civil Engineering preferred), or Construction Management Degree and civil experience
• 5+ years of civil construction experience
• A passion for construction
• Valid British Columbia Drivers License
• Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe
• Proficient in the English language (written and oral) with strong inter-personal and communication skills
• Perceptive listening skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Adept at multi-tasking and prioritizing.
• Proven ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Negotiation and conflict management.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to meet and adhere to deadlines and work under strict time constraints
• Be self-motivated and driven
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada – no work permit sponsorship is available for this position

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary with annual cost of living increases
• Annual Bonus Program
• Group RRSP with 100% Matching
• 100% Company Paid Benefits
• Extended Health Care
• Dental Care
• Vision Care
• Disability Insurance
• Vacation & Personal Days, plus Paid Holiday Shutdown
• Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• On-site Parking
• Casual Dress

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.

Great benefits package, 4 weeks’ vacation, monthly public transit pass, fitness membership, training opportunities, summer hours and more