Site Superintendent

Kalesnikoff; Castlegar; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Superintendent to oversee large-scale projects in Castlegar and South Slocan. The role involves managing daily operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in construction management or related fields and at least five years of experience. The company offers a competitive salary and a supportive work culture focused on employee development.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Team building and social events

Training, development, and mentorship opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum five years relevant industry experience.
• Strong blueprint reading skills with the ability to interpret schematics.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations on the construction site.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project progress.
• Conduct regular site inspections and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Project planning

Risk mitigation

Time management

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in construction management

Engineering

Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Our company:

At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.

Role and Objectives:

The Site Superintendent, under the direction of the Development Manager, will lead all on-site activities for several large construction projects in Castlegar and South Slocan, BC. These projects range from a 16,000 SF mass timber greenfield office build, to the expansion of an industrial manufacturing facility using a combination of mass timber and steel structural systems, to modular multifamily developments. The Site Superintendent will ensure all projects are completed to the highest standards of safety, schedule efficiency, and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for management of daily operations on the construction site.
• Coordinates subcontractors, suppliers, and construction workers to ensure the project is progressing according to schedule.
• Monitor work quality, ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations, and solve any issues that arise during construction including resolving deficiencies and mitigating risks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and shop drawings to guide construction efforts effectively.
• Conduct regular site inspections, maintain project documentation, and report progress to senior management.
• Implement and manage quality control processes to ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Implement and manage Health and Safety processes to always ensure adherence.
• Ability to mentor and guide field workers by modeling safe work practices.
• Work collaboratively and under the guidance of Capital Projects Manager to execute scopes of work including but not limited to site services / civil utilities, environmental, bulk and detailed excavation, etc.
• Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as requested or required.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in construction management, engineering, architecture, or equivalent trade experience.
• Minimum five (5) years relevant industry experience
• Proven ability to deliver projects according to scope, budget, and timeline expectations.
• Project planning, risk mitigation, time management skills.
• Experience in construction logistic, hazard identification, and management of all Health and Safety on site, including lifting plans and temporary works.
• Problem solving and leadership skills
• Strong blueprint reading skills with the ability to interpret schematics accurately.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges that may arise during the construction process.
• Ability to consider over arching project schedule and critical path, along with production of short term look ahead schedules, monitoring and reporting.
• Fluency with computers (IE Bluebeam, MS Office) required. Experience navigating 3D models considered an asset.

Compensation Package:

• Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
• Team building and social events.
• Training, development, and mentorship opportunities
• Opportunity to advance in your career.
• Work-life balance.
• A great culture where we truly value our employees.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.

About our Kootenay home:

Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?

Equal opportunity commitment:

Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Kalesnikoff’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equality of opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal opportunity. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.