Superintendent

Bird Construction

$90K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years in a supervisory role in general contracting;
  • Experience managing commercial and institutional construction projects between $10-25M;
  • Progressive experience as a Superintendent with a focus on interiors is advantageous;
  • Leadership and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset;
  • Trade background in carpentry or Gold Seal Certification is an asset;
  • Sound knowledge of construction techniques and contract interpretation;
  • Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Project.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate subcontractors and laborers on construction sites;
  • Implement and monitor safety performance as per Bird Safety Program;
  • Develop site teams through training and performance evaluations;
  • Contribute to project scheduling and refinement;
  • Administer contracts, purchase orders, and site instructions effectively;
  • Identify and resolve project issues in collaboration with Project Managers;
  • Ensure subcontractor performance meets safety and quality standards;
  • Maintain thorough daily documentation of site activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training;
  • Collaborative work environment focused on teamwork;
  • Involvement in diverse construction projects enhancing experience;
  • Strong emphasis on safety culture and employee well-being;
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Full Job Description
Superintendent

The Superintendent leads, directs and coordinates the work of subcontractors and labourers. This leadership position is responsible for the day to day management of the construction site on an assigned project, executing field operations safely and in a manner consistent with company objectives.

This position is located in Calgary

What You Will Be Working On

  • Provide safety leadership through implementation of Bird Safety Program and monitoring of safety performance of field staff and subcontractors.
  • Provide people leadership through establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with field staff and subcontractors in order to promote positive morale.
  • Supervision and development of site team members through regular feedback, training and coaching; timely completion of performance evaluations.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of the project schedule.
  • Administer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, site instructions and change notices to ensure scopes, terms and conditions are properly executed.
  • Identify and advise of design deficiencies, schedule interruptions or difficulties, and other project issues; works collaboratively with Project Manager to resolve issues.
  • Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance with regards to safety and scope of work.
  • Ensure quality of subcontractor workmanship and building material.
  • Ensure sufficient manpower is provided to achieve safety, schedule and quality objectives.
  • Maintain daily paperwork including field reports, safety inspections, schedule updates, etc.


What We Are Looking For

  • Demonstrated, progressive experience in General Contracting as a Superintendent in commercial and institutional construction; direct field supervision of large institutional or commercial projects; P3 and Design Build experience is a plus.
  • Special consideration will be given to candidates with extensive interiors experience.
  • Able to manage projects $10-25M in value.
  • 5-10 years in a supervisory role.
  • Trade background in carpentry and/or Gold Seal Certification considered an asset.
  • Effective supervision, coordination and scheduling of construction activities to ensure consistent completion of projects on-time, on budget and to the clients' satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated leadership, field management and problem-solving skills support your collaborative approach to delivering results and developing team members.
  • Service and results-oriented, you are able to build and steward trust with a broad network of professional colleagues, subcontractors and team members to effect competitive excellence, pride in teamwork and outstanding project delivery.
  • You have demonstrated competence in the areas of safety, workforce management, project execution, cost control, quality and administration.
  • Proactive problem-solver that can manage difficult situations with positive results.
  • Sound knowledge of construction and building techniques and ability to read and interpret contract drawings and specifications.
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency with MS Office including MS Project.

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