Field Superintendent

Raise; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is seeking a Field Superintendent in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, to support a client in exploration, mine engineering and environmental protection. This 4-month contract involves field supervision, workface planning, and oversight of mechanical, piping and HVAC work.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in senior mechanical/HVAC roles, strong workface planning/LEMs, and contractor QA/QC experience; dual journeyperson trades and supervisory training are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Senior Mechanical & HVAC experience with 10+ years
• Experience in workface planning and LEM validation
• Contractor oversight and QA/QC inspection experience
• Dual journeyperson certifications in Mechanical and Electrical/Instrumentation
• Formal supervisory leadership training
• Safety leadership designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and develop detailed work plans per workface planning processes
• Direct supervision of field crews on mechanical, piping, and HVAC scopes
• Oversee contractor activities to meet contract specs
• Inspect installations and manage deficiencies through closeout
• Track daily site progress and productivity, resolve field barriers
• Validate contractor-submitted daily LEM reports
• Coordinate day-to-day site interface between contractors and operations

Skills

Senior Mechanical & HVAC Experience

Workface Planning & LEM Validation

Contractor Management & QA/QC

Education or Certifications

Dual Technical Journeyperson Certs

Supervisory Leadership Training

Safety Leadership/CSO (Preferred)

Education

Dual Journeyperson Certifications: Mechanical & E/I Trades

Leadership for Safety Excellence / Frontline Supervisor Certification

CSO designation (Preferred)

Job description

Field Superintendent

• Contract Length: 4 Months
• Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Raise is currently hiring a Field Superintendent on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client is a Canadian global leader in exploration, mine engineering, and environmental protection.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on the rate for an incorporated contractor who owns their own business. However, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in a T4 arrangement, where applicable.

Accountabilities

• Workface Planning & Strategy: Review and develop detailed, actionable work plans in accordance with established workface planning processes.
• Field Supervision & Direct Labor: Perform direct supervision of field crews on mechanical and piping scopes when required, upholding strict safety and quality benchmarks.
• Contractor & Activity Oversight: Supervise contractor activities across mechanical, piping, and commercial HVAC work packages to guarantee full compliance with contract specifications.
• Quality Assurance & Deficiencies: Inspect completed installations, verify work quality against engineering and industry standards, identify deficiencies, and manage resolution through to closeout.
• Schedule & Productivity Monitoring: Track daily site progress and work productivity. Collaboratively resolve field barriers alongside contractors and operations personnel.
• Daily Reporting & Verification: Validate and approve contractor-submitted daily labor, equipment, and material (LEM) reports.
• Site Coordination: Act as the primary liaison coordinating day‑to‑day site interface activities between external contractors and operations team members.

Required

• Senior Mechanical & HVAC Experience (10+ Years): Proven track record managing multi‑discipline mechanical projects, heavy industrial or commercial piping, and commercial HVAC installations. Strong preference is given to candidates with a background in commercial construction.
• Workface Planning & LEM Validation Expertise: Hands‑on experience developing advanced work packages (AWP) / workface plans, paired with strong commercial acumen in auditing and approving contractor LEMS (Labor, Equipment, Materials).
• Contractor Management & Quality Inspection: Deep familiarity with contractor oversight, quality control/quality assurance (QA/QC) inspection protocols, deficiency management, and cross‑functional team coordination.
• Education or Certifications
• Dual Technical Journeyperson Certifications: Interprovincial Red Seal or recognized Journeyperson status in both Mechanical (e.g., Millwright, Pipefitter, Heavy Duty) and Electrical / Instrumentation (E/I) trades.
• Formal Supervisory Training & Field Leadership: Demonstrated completion of supervisory leadership training (e.g., Leadership for Safety Excellence, Frontline Supervisor Certification) with a track record of driving field productivity and safety culture.
• Safety Leadership & Designations (Preferred): Active Construction Safety Officer (CSO) designation or equivalent safety accreditation is considered a strong asset.

Additional Information

• Preference given to someone with commercial construction experience. Monday - Friday in the corporate office. Not fly in‑fly out.
• As this is a safety Sensitive Role Pre‑access substance testing will be required.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

For accommodations, visit https://raise.jobs/accommodations/.