Wood-frame Superintendent

Axiom Builders

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

Qualifications

  • Minimum six years of experience as a superintendent for a general contractor managing multiple low-rise wood frame projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects from pre-construction through completion.
  • Proven relationship-building skills with field staff, clients, and external stakeholders.
  • Forward-thinking with strong industry connections and proactive problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience leading diverse site crews, adapting to various project sizes and scopes.
  • Successful track record of fostering a positive and accountable on-site culture.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and direct the site team for residential wood frame projects across Greater Vancouver.
  • Collaborate closely with Project Manager to provide updates on field reports and safety inspections.
  • Oversee and evaluate subcontractor performance for compliance with safety and scope.
  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.
  • Identify and resolve design deficiencies or project issues promptly.
  • Administer contracts and change notices for project scope management.
  • Provide regular supervision and feedback to trades and laborers, ensuring effective communication.

Benefits

  • Career development and growth opportunities within the company.
  • Access to tools that support long-term career building.
  • Competitive benefits package including a performance-based bonus program.
Full Job Description
YOUR NEW OPPORTUNITY

Axiom Builders is seeking a Superintendent, Wood Frame to lead and drive active and upcoming residential wood frame projects across the Greater Vancouver area.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the larger field operations team, the Superintendent will lead and direct a field and site team to manage the overall operations, site, quality and schedule of a construction project. The successful candidate will maintain effective working relationships with our project management, safety and trades partners while ensuring a seamless construction process consistent with Axiom Builders' commitment to quality, objectives and values. Key responsibilities include:
  • Work collaboratively with Project Manager and regularly communicate updates such as field reports, safety inspections, staffing requirements and schedule updates;
  • Oversee subcontractor performance with regards to safety and scope of work;
  • Ensure sufficient staffing is provided to achieve safety, schedule and quality objectives;
  • Identify and advise of design deficiencies, schedule interruptions or difficulties, and other project issues;
  • Administer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, site instructions and change notices to ensure scopes, terms and conditions are properly executed;
  • Supervise and direct trades and labourers through regular instruction, communication feedback;
  • Support CSO and head office in ensuring all employees, subcontractors and contractors are adhering to the safety policies;
  • Work in partnership with Head Office and communicate effectively with all departments and provides reports as requested.


Skills & Requirements
  • At least six years of experience as a superintendent for a general contractor with a project list that includes multiple wood frame or low-rise projects;
  • Excellent record of leading a project from pre-construction to completion;
  • Ability to build relationships with not only the field staff, but also clients and other external stakeholders;
  • You are a forward-thinking, proactive individual with strong connections and relationships in the industry;
  • Wood frame projects might be your area of expertise, you are open to venturing into the world of high-rise concrete or mass timber down the line in your career;
  • Ability and proven experience to lead and motivate site crew of various sizes and scopes;
  • Proven success in influencing a culture of positivity, ownership and reliability on site.

YOUR REWARDS

Axiom Builders offers more than just competitive compensation and benefits; we give you the tools to build a long-term career.

Hear from our people on what it means to grow here, and learn about all the extras we offer: Why Axiom Builders.

The base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000, adjusted for experience, plus a competitive bonus program. During the interview process, let's talk to get the right fit for your experience level.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Want to love what you do? We're always looking for talented, values-driven, passionate people who take pride in their work. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition, and all applicant information will be kept on file for future opportunities.

Discover your next opportunity and click the "Apply Now" button below!

Thank you for your interest in Axiom Builders.

#LI-RA1

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Axiom Builders

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Wood-frame Superintendent jobs: