Construction Superintendent

Bruno's Contracting (Thunder Bay); Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A heavy civil construction company is looking for a full-time Construction Superintendent to oversee and manage construction projects. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in heavy civil construction, particularly in asphalt paving and road building. Responsibilities include coordinating onsite activities, monitoring project progress, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This is a full-time position based in Northwestern Ontario, Canada, where effective leadership and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing heavy civil construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and relevant specifications.
• Experience with equipment operation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise all onsite activities for construction projects.
• Monitor project progress and maintain documentation.
• Interpret contract drawings and resolve conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Participate in employee recruitment and training.

Skills

Heavy civil construction project management

Asphalt paving

Road building

Pipe installations

Traffic control

Tools

GPS equipment

Elevation layout equipment

Job description

ABOUT US

Bruno's Contracting (Thunder Bay) Limited is a heavy civil construction group with over forty years' experience in heavy civil construction, road building, asphalt paving, materials production and demolition. We are currently welcoming applications for a full-time Construction Superintendent to oversee and manage the day-to-day construction and coordination of projects.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As Construction Superintendent, you will manage the on-site execution of projects, to ensure that projects are completed according to project specifications, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with our standards for safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in various aspects of heavy-civil construction, including asphalt paving, road building, and service/drainage installations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate, schedule, supervise, and lead all onsite activities for heavy civil construction projects involving varying scopes of work.
• Monitor project progress, maintain requisite documentation/records, and coordinate with project manager regarding relevant issues and project progression.
• Interpret contract drawings, specifications and correspondence to achieve project intent and proactively resolve conflicts.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Coordinate and supervise relevant subcontractors, trades, and external suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards, environmental regulations, and corporate procedures.
• Daily quantity/production and cost reporting to direct supervisors and senior management, as required.
• Participate in employee recruitment, staffing, and training.
• Various other coordination and management functions, as necessary.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing heavy civil construction projects of varying scale and scope. Specifically experience with asphalt paving, grading, traffic control, and pipe installations is required.
• Strong working knowledge of construction process, OPSS specifications, OTM Book 7, and other relevant construction manuals.
• Experience with GPS and elevation layout equipment is an asset.
• Experience with equipment operation is an asset.