Superintendent

Chandos

$120K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a construction Superintendent on commercial ICI projects
  • Experience supervising Assistant Superintendents
  • Journeyman trade certification or equivalent experience
  • Experience managing projects in the $10-50M range
  • Proficient in scheduling and logistics management
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel and immediately address risks
  • Lead site activities, including project design, budget, and schedule management
  • Mentor and oversee Assistant Superintendents and field staff
  • Plan work schedules, allocate manpower and materials to achieve project goals
  • Manage roadblocks, risks, and oversee project execution and close-out
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications
  • Monitor project budgets and forecasts to identify gains and mitigate losses

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned company, allowing every employee to become an owner
  • Comprehensive employer-paid benefits including health, dental, and vision care
  • RRSP matching program for long-term financial security
  • Educational assistance for job-related education
  • Recognition and annual salary review program
  • Opportunities for leadership conferences and company-wide engagement events
Full Job Description
As a Superintendent, you are the nucleus of project success -responsible for orchestrating all field and site-specific construction activities with precision, accountability, and leadership. You ensure projects are safe, clean, organized, and delivered with high morale and strong engagement in safety management. Key Responsibilities • Steward safety and the well-being of all personnel, conduct inspections, and immediately address risks. • Lead and manage all site activities, including the Chandos' Production System, project design, budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability. • Provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to other Assistant Superintendents and field staff, fostering collaboration and accountability. • Plan and schedule work, hold milestones, and allocate manpower and materials to meet project goals. • Remove roadblocks, manage risk, and oversee project setup, execution, and close-out. • Ensure conformity with drawings, specifications, and quality standards, while driving workmanship excellence. • Monitor project budgets and forecasts at the phase-code and cost-type level to identify gains and mitigate losses. • Oversee third-party monitoring/testing in accordance with contract specifications. • Act as the owner interface champion, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring clear communication with project managers and stakeholders. • Identify training needs, support apprenticeship programs, and build healthy, high-performing teams. • Uphold organization, work methods, scheduling discipline, cost control, and lean construction principles. You operate like a conductor - ensuring every team member plays their part at the right time. You hold people accountable, drive results, and embed safety into every aspect of site operations. You make sure everyone understands the plan and their commitment to achieving it. With grit, collaboration, and a deep understanding of lean principles, you set the tone for excellence and deliver projects that meet or exceed expectations. Qualifications You bring grit, accountability, and an entrepreneurial mindset to every project. You thrive in a hands-on environment, solving problems on the fly and building trust through clear, respectful communication - even when the pressure's on. These are the MINIMUM requirements: • 5+ years of demonstrable experience as a construction Superintendent for a large general contractor on commercial ICI projects • Must have experience overseeing other Assistant Superintendents • Journeyman trade certification or equivalent field experience • Majority of your projects have been in the $10-50M range • Have been responsible for creating/managing schedules, operating all scheduling system & planning and managing complex logistics for the full duration of projects • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Additional Information • We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it! • Competitive wages • Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program • RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security • Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education • Recognition and annual salary reviews program • Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate • Regular company-wide engagement opportunities Vacancy Status We are actively recruiting for this position AI Disclosure Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants (though we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription). However, some of our external staffing partners may utilize AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team. Compensation Transparency Expected Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we'll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level. Videos To Watch https://youtu.be/-xHyjWZfclg?si=gzynn2H4QYQ1bJqN https://youtu.be/VDbh-DR151w?si=K4RsbINNS3QaDg73 https://youtu.be/f9FJWjg1laA?si=kTJygLM_omrH6mTv https://youtu.be/4av29UegYXE?si=2yg3faTve5tn6Ci- https://youtu.be/MrDsVmTIToQ?si=Pop1rQIs1FQOJbcK https://youtu.be/DaEoYLKjNI0?si=IoQb_YsEyEzoO--J

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Chandos

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Superintendent jobs: