Superintendent (Civil Construction)

Jacob Bros Construction

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in a supervisory role as a Civil Superintendent for earthworks and underground utilities projects.
  • Preferred 3+ years as a Foreman, Lead Hand, or Field Engineer.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction industry operations, including cost management and project planning.
  • Strong understanding of safety and environmental regulations.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and project scheduling software.
  • Flexible with work schedules, including potential night shifts.
  • Authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise construction workforce and manage site activities for project efficiency and safety.
  • Hire, train, and mentor craft personnel while overseeing subcontractor work.
  • Maintain open communication with crews, trades, teams, and clients to meet project goals.
  • Prepare work plans and schedules to ascertain manpower, materials, and equipment needs.
  • Monitor construction plans and implement scheduling strategies for timely execution.
  • Lead site meetings to align all parties on project requirements.
  • Analyze field conditions, address discrepancies, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
  • Apply engineering knowledge to resolve project challenges and ensure smooth operations.
  • Collaborate with Project Manager to uphold safety standards and documentation compliance.
  • Foster strong relationships with project stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Group Medical, Extended Health, and Dental Plan
  • Matched RRSP contribution
  • Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program
  • Three weeks of vacation
  • Access to a new 50,000 square foot office with a gym and personal trainer
  • Five Year Service Award including a trip for two anywhere in North America
  • Eligibility for a $2000 Referral Bonus Program
Full Job Description
Jacob Bros is now hiring Civil Superintendents for highway projects in the Fraser Valley.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervises construction workforce and oversees on-site construction activities to construct the project effectively, safely and within budget.
  • Hires, trains, supervises and mentors craft personnel; oversees own-forces crews and subcontractors and manages the work.
  • Develops and maintains open communication with crews, trades, project team and clients to ensure project performance, safety and quality requirements are met.
  • Prepares work plans and scheduling to determine manpower levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements.
  • Monitors and executes the project construction plan; develops and implements job schedules and three week look ahead schedules.
  • Leads effective site meetings with craft, trades, and project teams.
  • Examines field conditions, corrects inaccuracies and implements cost saving measures.
  • Understands project scope and applies engineering principles to troubleshoot and resolve challenges.
  • Collaborates with Project Manager to implement Safety program and maintain all safety documentation.
  • Maintains project administration correspondence, complies with all project documentation requirements.
  • Develops strong relationships with all project stakeholders.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience as a Civil Superintendent on earthworks and underground utilities projects.
  • 3 additional years of experience as a Foreman, Lead Hand or Field Engineer preferred.
  • Expert understanding of construction industry and business operations, including cost management processes and reports, construction specifications and methods, contract language, and project planning and schedules.
  • Strong knowledge of safety and environmental procedures and legislation.
  • Working knowledge of computers and experience using Microsoft Office Suite or internal project controls software and scheduling software.
  • Ability to work a varied schedule, including night shifts as required.
  • Legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada.


Your Rewards:
  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan
  • Matched RRSP contribution
  • Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program
  • Three weeks vacation
  • New 50,000 square foot office and maintenance facility in South Surrey with full gym and on-site personal trainer
  • 5 Year Service Award (Trip for two anywhere in North America)
  • Eligibility for $2000 Referral Bonus Program

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