Construction Site Manager (Utilities)

Aecon; Surrey; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction firm in Surrey is seeking a Construction Supervisor responsible for overseeing safe construction execution and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience and a technical diploma. This role promises a salary range of $120,000.00 - $140,000.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of construction and supervision experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction technology and methods.
• Proven ability to supervise large, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the safe execution of work on site.
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor and manage risks, developing recovery strategies.

Skills

Construction supervision

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Technical college diploma or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our time, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our values are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon, we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction, with a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise, and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

The Province of British Columbia has chosen South Fraser Station Partners to work on the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain project. The SFSP scope of work includes the construction of eight stations, a 250m Guideway, three standalone Power Propulsion Substations, and three bus exchanges. The Surrey-Langley SkyTrain Project will improve regional connections and provide fast, frequent, and reliable transit service for people and businesses across Metro Vancouver, especially south of the Fraser River. The general partnership is made up of Aecon, Pomerleau, and Acciona.

What You'll Do Here:

• Accountable for the safe execution of work on site, adhering to all site requirements.
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure that client policies and project procedures are being adhered to and followed by project personnel.
• Assist in developing the project master schedule with Project Controls, Project Managers, and Construction Managers. Ensure subcontractors and trades support staff comply with the project master schedule.
• Responsible for ensuring the Site Infrastructure Plan meets Construction’s requirements for outage work execution.
• Utilize the project master schedule, look-ahead schedules, and plans for trade general foreman and subcontractor use in collaboration with Project and Construction teams.
• Coordinate with the client and Project Managers for all planning, ensuring their schedule aligns with ours.
• Attend customer meetings as required.
• Monitor and manage risks, develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget is in jeopardy, and communicate recovery plans to the customer.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Construction Managers to ensure compliance with project budgets for trade hours, tools & equipment, rentals, consumables, and bulk materials.
• Ensure trades personnel and staff complete all necessary training in safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, and client-specific requirements.
• Ensure projects are constructed in accordance with drawings, specifications, CWPs, CITPs, schedule, and budget.
• Maintain appropriate field documentation including safety records, daily reports, training records, and others.
• Interface with customers to provide project status reports and meet their needs.
• Maintain the site’s P&L and work with the Sr. Project Manager on financials and cost forecasting.
• Provide status and progress reports to the project team and stakeholders.
• Review and approve timesheets, expense reports, and training requests within Limits of Authority.
• Manage the performance of all direct-report employees, including coaching, mentoring, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with applicable code of conduct policies.

What You Bring to the Team:

• A technical college diploma or equivalent experience.
• Business acumen in financials, schedules, negotiations, and earned value management is an asset.
• Minimum 10-15 years of construction and supervision experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction technology, methods, trade agreements, engineering, cost control, scheduling, safety, and quality assurance.
• Proven ability to supervise large, complex projects with multiple trades and subcontractors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight schedules.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Construction Trade policies.

The expected pay range for this position is between $120,000.00 - $140,000.00.