General Superintendent

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate developer is seeking a General Superintendent to oversee daily construction operations in Vancouver. This role requires a strong background in construction management, leadership, and communication skills to drive project success. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of construction processes, safety regulations, and effective team management. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada and be prepared for potential travel across the country.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the construction industry, preferably in commercial construction management.
• Strong familiarity with contract administration, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct construction operations and manage junior resources.
• Maintain ongoing reporting to track site progress and execute quality management programs.
• Communicate daily with the Project Manager on construction status, risks, and concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Construction Management

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or another relevant field

Tools

MS Project

Electronic Document Management System

Bluebeam

Plan Grid

Job description

General Superintendent
Real Estate Developer
Master Plan Residential + Commercial
Vancovuer, Burnaby, BC
$200,000 - $240,000


GeneralSuperintendentDuties & Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, direct and control daily construction operations with direct leadership responsibilities for junior resources as assigned.
• Fully understand the Master Contract and Subcontractor Contracts.
• Develop and measure productivity on site to measure planned progress against actual.
• Control site logistics, maximize efficiencies, minimize deficiencies of all work including all subcontractors, suppliers and employees.
• Establish site for construction.
• Maintain daily and ongoing reporting to track site progress.
• Maintain a clean and organized site.
• Execute the quality management program proactively to minimize deficiencies.
• Approve timesheets.
• Hold daily field level hazard assessments.
• Hold weekly toolbox talks.
• Conduct weekly subcontract progress meetings and hold everyone on site accountable to the Master Project Schedule.
• Purchase, maintain, track and forecast materials.
• Review all subcontractor submittals.
• Support the development of commissioning and turn over plans.
• Fix deficiencies in line with achieving total completion date.
• Manage risk during the project by following the Risk Management Plan.
• Communicate daily with the Project Manager and project team on the status of construction including any concerns or discrepancies that may require escalation.
• Attend owner meetings throughout the project.
• Manage, control, and record all permit requirements, third party inspections, commissioning, training and hand over.
• Communicate with the office to manage administrative tasks.
• Responsible to ensure all on site contractually required items are implemented and completed.
• Champion health and safety and occupational practices and regulations.
• Provide cost-effective solutions to construction issues and coordinate with the Project Manager.

GeneralSuperintendentQualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, or another relevant field preferred
• Certification of First Aid/CPR, WHMIS
• Possess valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• 5+ years’ experience in the construction industry, preferably Commercial construction management
• Strong familiarity with contract administration, understanding drawings, specifications, architectural and engineering standards and building practices, including building codes
• Full understanding of mechanical and electrical installations, including commissioning and handover
• Excellent budgeting, costing, and scheduling skills
• Solid understanding of construction industry practices, OBC, OHSA and WCB regulations and safety standards, OHS Certificate
• Experience using MS Word, Outlook, MS Project, Electronic Document Management System, Bluebeam, and Plan Grid
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing all disciplines, internal employees, and external sub-trades
• Ability to inspire trust in difficult situations by instilling confidence and engaging people on matters that affect them
• Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges
• Works within tight deadlines and prioritizes of work to achieve them
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated through speaking to groups of employees on site, and communicating to a variety of stakeholders including clients, management, and site employees
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Travel to site will be required; travel within Canada as directed
• Ability to relocate to projects and offices within Canada and elsewhere according to Company resource requirements an asset
• Supportive of a culture that encompasses the highest ethical standards aligned with the Company Promise

GeneralSuperintendentSimilar Job Titles:
Senior Site Superintendent
Site Superintendnet
Site Supervisor
General Superintendent
Construction Manager
Superintendent

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Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.
We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.