Assistant Superintendent

EllisDon; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EllisDon in Canada seeks an on-site Construction Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent to ensure work complies with drawings and specifications and to support scheduling and field coordination on the critical path.

You will monitor safety, quality and performance, advise on potential problems, and communicate with Owners, Consultants and Architects to protect the project’s interests and schedule.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of construction experience.
• Experience as a construction superintendent or assistant superintendent.
• Working knowledge of scheduling, project management, and contract software.
• Ability to identify problem situations, evaluate causes and produce workable solutions in a team environment.
• Ability to lift between 20–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in managing work on site to ensure compliance of construction with the drawings and specifications.
• Support the Superintendent in planning and implementing schedules, determining manpower levels, material quantities, inspections, equipment and requirements are maintained.
• Monitor work performance to ensure project rules, procedures, and safety requirements are being followed.
• Advise Superintendent and Project Manager of potential problems, work interferences and schedule difficulties within budget and assist with resolving these problems.
• Meet with Owners, Consultants and Architects in a professional manner and have the ability to communicate effectively both the concerns and best interests of the company.

Skills

Scheduling

Project management

Contract software

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Job description

Nature and Scope: Inspections, quality control, and job site safety. Schedules subcontractors in a critical path to ensure timely completion of the project.

Duties

• Assist the Superintendent in managing work on site to ensure compliance of construction with the drawings and specifications.
• Support the Superintendent in planning and implementing schedules, determining manpower levels, material quantities, inspections, equipment and requirements are maintained.
• Monitor work performance to ensure project rules, procedures, and safety requirements are being followed.
• Advise Superintendent and Project Manager of potential problems, work interferences and schedule difficulties within budget and assist with resolving these problems.
• Meet with Owners, Consultants and Architects in a professional manner and have the ability to communicate effectively both the concerns and best interests of the company.

Requirements

• Secondary School Diploma is required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of construction experience.
• Experience working as a construction, superintendent or assistant superintendent.
• Working knowledge of scheduling, project management and contract software.
• Ability to correctly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes and produce workable solutions in a team environment.
• Ability to lift between 20 – 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions. Some health and safety risks. May require safety equipment and precautions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education and socio-economic status. EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.