general construction supervisor

BUILTWISE CONTRACTING & CONSULTING; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

BUILTWISE CONTRACTING & CONSULTING is seeking a General Construction Supervisor for our Edmonton, AB site. The role is full-time, permanent, on-site with a pay rate of $40.50 per hour and an expected 30 to 35 hours per week. Applicants should have 2–3 years of supervisory construction experience and the ability to read blueprints.

Education required is a college-level certificate/diploma (1–2 years). English language proficiency is required, and travel is possible for this position.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of supervision experience in construction.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Proficient with CADD and related software.
• Strong focus on productivity and safety on site.

Responsibilities

• Recommend measures to improve productivity.
• Co-ordinate and schedule activities.
• Supervise workers and projects.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed.
• Read blueprints and drawings.
• Estimate costs and materials.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

College, CEGEP certificate or diploma (1–2 years)

Tools

CADD

Job description

General Construction Supervisor

Job details

• Location Edmonton , AB T6W 2B9
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 40.50 HOUR hourly / 30 to 35 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Early morning, Morning, Evening, Weekend
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Languages

English

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Recommend measures to improve productivity
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Estimate costs and materials
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare production and other reports
• Recruit and hire workers and carry out related staffing actions
• Co-ordinate and schedule activities
• Co-ordinate work activities with other project supervisors or managers
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Recommend personnel actions
• Requisition materials and supplies
• Supervise workers and projects
• Train or arrange for training
• Utilize hand and power tools
• Install exterior and interior steel studs
• Follow emergency and safety procedures

Type of product

• Power tools

Equipment and machinery experience

• Hand tools

Type of industry experience

• Construction

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel regularly

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools
• Safety equipment/gear
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-10-02