Senior Site Superintendent - High-rise - Ottawa

Michael Page International (Canada); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Site Superintendent responsible for managing field operations for high-rise projects. The role involves supervising construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating various project teams. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 years of experience in a similar role and a strong background in high-rise residential construction. The position offers a competitive salary up to $200,000 along with benefits including health coverage and discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

Matched RRSP

Discretionary bonuses

Health / Dental / Vision coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience as a Site Superintendent.
• High-rise residential construction experience required.
• Experience completing at least one high-rise project from start to completion.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and execute project plan and schedule.
• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities.
• Ensure project materials meet quality standards.

Skills

Leadership and site management

Project planning and scheduling

Communication skills

Construction specifications knowledge

Safety and environmental procedures

Education

Journeyman certificate or post‑secondary diploma/degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Our Client

A major, Ottawa-based, high‑rise focused general contractor operating in Eastern Ontario. Headquartered in Ottawa, they specialize in construction‑management services for multi‑residential, institutional, commercial and retail clients.

Senior Site Superintendent – High‑rise – Ottawa

Reporting to the VP of Construction, the Senior Superintendent is responsible for all field operations required to construct the high‑rise project.

Role Responsibilities:

• Help create, maintain, and execute project plan and schedule and ensure compliance with budget
• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities
• Work with Senior Superintendents, Coordinators, Field Engineers, Surveyors, Students, hourly Foremen and hourly staff assigned to a project
• Create site‑specific plans and procedures; adhere to safety and record‑keeping requirements.
• Ensure project materials and workmanship meet project quality standards and design requirements
• Resolve and advise senior management of potential problems, work interferences or schedule difficulties while assisting in circumventing/resolving such conflicts; anticipate and resolve project issues and schedule difficulties.
• Lead Sub‑Trade meetings and update meetings for clear communication
• Maintain the project's Daily Job Diary; maintain a 3‑week look ahead schedule
• Take on management of projects, become acquainted with the project cycle and build project management skills:
  • Monitor project financial performances, schedule, costs, equipment, manpower, materials, equipment maintenance, safety of environment and quality control
  • Build project schedule to align with the critical path
  • Complete material take‑offs and get required estimates for procurement

Equal Opportunity Employment

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience as a Site Superintendent
• High‑rise residential construction experience
• Experience completing at least one high‑rise project from start to completion
• In‑depth knowledge of the construction industry operations, construction specifications, building materials, methods and procedures
• Journeyman certificate or post‑secondary diploma/degree in related field
• Ability to lead and assess trade performance on the job through productivity tracking and clear communication
• Ability to visualize and create the project schedules critical path
• Ability to lead and run effective site meetings with consultants, trades, and internal employees
• Coordinate multiple scopes of a construction project, track productivities and schedule work in an effective manner
• Experience applying basic engineering principles to construction challenges
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• In‑depth understanding of safety and environmental principles, ability to develop procedures with a clear understanding of the legislation

What's on Offer

• A basic salary of up to $200,000 (depending on experience)
• Matched RRSP
• Discretionary bonuses
• Health / Dental / Vision coverage