Construction Superintendent

Bantrel Co.; Leroy; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Construction Superintendent to lead mining operations in Leroy, SK. This pivotal role involves managing the coordination of contractors, ensuring safety and quality standards, and optimizing project schedules. You will have the unique opportunity to work on significant projects like the BHP Jansen Potash Mine. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and offers a competitive compensation package along with a culture of community involvement and career advancement. If you are passionate about construction and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Career Advancement Opportunities

Learning Environment

Community Involvement Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in mining or shaft construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant trade background.

Responsibilities

• Manage coordination of mining contractors for field execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Supervise construction operations and resolve issues.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Operations/Trade Background

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Company Description
Bantrel is proud to be a leading provider of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Construction Management (EPC / EPCM) services in Canada.
For 40 years we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada’s most challenging and complex energy, mining, infrastructure, and nuclear projects, with an unrelenting focus on safety and quality. Bantrel performs design and procurement services from our primary Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto office locations and delivers construction management and self-perform construction services at various Client sites across Canada.
We operate independently but leverage the global expertise of and provide resources to our affiliate Bechtel Corporation, one of the largest EPC companies in the world, and remain Canadian focused including through our other shareholder, McCaig Investments, a respected local family group of businesses and deep community supporter. Our private ownership provides long-term business planning and strategic decision horizons supported by a strong financial position.
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Job Description
We are currently seeking a qualified Construction Superintendent to join our team, based out of Leroy, SK. The Construction Superintendent will be responsible for managing the 24-7 coordination of mining contractors for the field execution of the work within shafts and underground development. Ensuring the Contractors and their construction execution work is properly planned and ready in accordance with engineering drawings, and that the work complies with the site requirements, focusing priorities on safety, risk, and quality. Drive field execution decisions with Contractors to optimize “best for project” schedule and construction delivery and have the opportunity to work on the Hatch Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) to execute engineering and construction on the BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. In this full-time permanent role, be a champion of diversity and inclusion.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Stop construction and supporting activities in the event of a safety or quality concern, and resolve or escalate as appropriate.
• Day-to-day decisions governing construction progress in respective assignment areas, i.e. resolving competing priorities for the shift and/or allocation of resources (equipment and material).
• Constructability input to future work plans and designs as requested by the General Construction Superintendent.
• Solve issues as they arise alongside Field Engineers and HSE Advisors.
• Provide coverage for the Mining General Superintendents, and their associated decisions.
• Dayshift supervision and oversight from the Mining General Superintendent Mill Building Construction Manager and General Superintendent.
• Potentially supervise a team of field Supervisors or other Integrated Project Team (IPT) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in a 24-7 capacity.
• Coordinate team members of other disciplines and functions working together on a task.
• Ensures the effective implementation of Jansen Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) processes, plans, procedures and ensure alignment with the project goals.
• Champions (and participates in) the field leadership program.
• Supervises and coordinates construction operations.
• Deals directly with contractors in the field.
• Reviews Contractor 3 Week Look Ahead and 3 Day Plans for issues and opportunities.
• Attends Construction Pre-start Alignment Meetings, Contractor Daily Production meetings, and Ready-To-Execute Work (RTEW) meetings for identification of planned activities and permitting requirements for upcoming shifts, taking actions identified and expediting closeout.
• Reviews and approves contractor LEMS and daily permits.
• Determines resourcing requirements, coordinates established area operational plans, schedules work to be performed and reviews work accomplished by each craft.
• Monitors and ensures assigned construction contractor’s activities and performance follows specifications and is within schedule and budget.
• Supports Field Engineering in the resolution of technical queries and Quality in the NCR process.
• Identifies and manages field changes.
• Coordinates the preparation of contract change orders, change notices, etc.
• Reports progress and challenges up to Mining General Superintendent.
• Liaises with Field Engineering, Cost and Planning, Quality Control, HSE and others as required.
• Prepares reports and forecasts, including summary of construction project, job and personnel capacity / effort forecasts and expenditures forecast.
• Ensures they are adhering to and exhibiting Jansen core values.
• Contributing to constructability reviews to ensure upcoming scopes are thoroughly planned and do not include fatal flaws.
• Strong participation in the Jansen Risk Program as a Risk Owner or Control Owner.
• Develops a culture of inclusion and diversity in the contractors.
• Ensures accountable areas are in compliance with OH&S and Mines regulations.
• Works closely with other Superintendents within the Mining IPT and will be required to backfill for them during shift and when on leave.
• Operates day-to-day ensuring that activities are prioritized in line with broader objectives.
• Ensures that they are managing their time effectively and adhering to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Operations / Trade background or bachelor’s degree in Engineering with relevant levels of work experience in shaft or mining construction or operations - Mechanical / Structural.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience within shaft or mining heavy industrial construction. Experience in Potash is preferred.
• Ability to work flexibly within the Superintendent team; requires basic understanding of all disciplines (i.e., structural, mechanical, piping, electrical and instrumentation SMPEI) to be able to cover any portion of the construction.
• A good understanding of Work Face Planning implementation and demonstrated ability to review detailed work plans for fatal flaws, poor optimization, and interface issues within and external to the plan.
• Understanding of quality management systems and auditing processes related to major project delivery or program management.
• Working knowledge of single or multi-discipline construction operations relating to field activities, occupational Health and Safety regulations, WCB provisions and Labour Relations Code.
• A demonstrated ability to work with (and lead) people and build working relationships that lead to high performance outcomes.
• Ability to foster an inclusive environment for their team while grounding to the Jansen core values.
• Motivate themselves and peers to promote and engage in team building and relationship building activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders including functional managers and discipline leads on the project, vendors and contractors. Good knowledge of MS Office is required.
• High attention to detail, motivation, and commitment to quality outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and quickly comprehend new concepts and technologies.
• Demonstrated strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills including root cause analysis training.
• Flexibility of roster rotation at times to accommodate early planning in the office, dayshift and nightshift for a 24-7 construction execution schedule.

Additional Information
Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy.
We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.
As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration. No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain

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