Job Description

Position: General Superintendent

Project Type: Rail

Project Location: Greater Toronto Area

Shift: Day or Night

Schedule: TBD

GC: Graham

Allied Partner: Jasper Constructors Ltd.

Reference Number: 24848

Reporting to the Construction Manager / Operations Manager / Project Director, the General Superintendent is accountable for providing advanced-level field management and site management from planning to completion for multiple Level 3 projects or projects with annual revenues between $50-100M. The incumbent is responsible for the field and site management of the project and all project activities, including the supervision of self-performed and subcontracted construction work, and shares responsibility with the Project Manager for developing the project budget, participating in the pre-construction phase, and ensuring the project is built on time, within budget, and according to the company policies and procedures. The incumbent is proactive with respect to risk and opportunity, and occupies a clearly recognized leadership role between senior management and field forces. This includes overseeing and mentoring superintendents, foremen and all other field personnel within their area of responsibility, and ensuring that people are properly assigned, safe, and productive. Engaged in broader decision making processes, the incumbent\'s focus shifts from direct project execution to regional, business unit and/or corporate matters. A senior builder, the incumbent is valued for their trouble-shooting abilities, especially regarding client relationships, internal relationships, complex negotiations of contracts, subcontracts, labour, and change management.

As a Superintendent you will:

• Participate in preconstruction services on all negotiated project including development of site logistics, project schedule and phasing, design and constructability review and budget development.
• Be responsible for site staffing, quality control, sub-trade coordination, project scheduling, field cost control and safety.
• Determine the method of construction, materials quantities, equipment, work schedule and documentation of hours worked.
• Coordinate assigned work with work of different crafts, company departments and subcontractors.
• Maintain relationships with engineering, estimating, and planning to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Monitor compliance with company and site safety programs and documents, and ensures corrective measures are implemented.
• Take an active role in the hiring, training, and monitoring field personnel.
• Assist with preparation and facilitation of project meetings.
• Assist project managers with resolution of outstanding claim items and with warranty.
• In conjunction with the project manager, manage the project budget specifically as pertains to production on self-performed work.

Education, Experience and Knowledge:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• 20+ years of experience required. Depending on the project size, scope, and complexity, the years of experience may vary and will require an ability to assist with more than one project at a time.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Knowledge and business acumen required to troubleshoot multiple projects, interpret contract documents to mitigate risk and plan effectively, and manage complex issues including conflict and change.
• Strong leadership qualities, and practiced in demonstrating and growing workforce culture according to corporate values and principals.
• Expert subtrade management skills, and expert knowledge of construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, procedures, scheduling and cost control.
• Strong working knowledge of contingency planning best-practices.
• Commitment to quality and safety, and ability to evaluate project-related processes and make necessary changes to meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations.
• Ability to make recommendations and take action based on technical proficiency and experience.

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