Senior Superintendent, Building Construction

Ledcor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 122,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Superintendent, where your extensive experience in managing large-scale construction projects will shine. In this dynamic role, you will lead a talented team, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of safety and excellence, while also contributing to the long-term success of the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a recognized leader in the construction industry, known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to make a meaningful impact in the vibrant Greater Vancouver area.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Recognition as a top workplace

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction as a Superintendent or similar role.
• Ability to lead teams and manage complex projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee successful delivery of a complex commercial construction project.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and clients.

Skills

Construction Management

Team Leadership

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Communication Skills

Technical Knowledge of Construction Practices

Problem-Solving

Education

Industry-related Trade Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

You are a seasoned Superintendent with over 8 years of field operations experience working in multi-disciplinary large-scale, residential and commercial projects. You will lead a team of superintendents for a complex project, ensuring adherence to company standards for safety, scheduling, budget, quality control, and client satisfaction. You will leverage your industry expertise to achieve project goals while contributing to the organization’s long-term success.

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Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee staff to ensure the successful delivery of a single complex commercial construction project to completion.
• Ensure that field staff are equipped with the resources required to efficiently complete projects according to approved plans, specifications, and applicable building codes while ensuring that safety regulations are strictly followed.
• Actively participate in the pre-bid and preconstruction process regarding site layout, logistics, scheduling, and workforce planning.
• Work collaboratively with safety personnel to ensure adherence to Ledcor’s Corporate safety programs and policies.
• Ensure all projects follow Ledcor’s Construction Operations Manual and lead the development of the Project Quality Program (PQP), ensuring PEP conformance.
• Review and maintain schedule, ensure milestones are met, identify scheduling issues and delays, and lead solution development.
• Promote the overall site safety program including subcontractor compliance with Ledcor standards, the Project Specific Safety Plan (PSSP), and all applicable OH&S acts, regulations, and codes.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of internal and rental equipment on projects to maximize use while on the job sites and return equipment to storage or the rental company when no longer required.
• Participate in the hiring and managing of hourly employees as required, and maintain, approve, and submit hourly timecards with all necessary details for job costing purposes.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients/consultants to ensure client needs are met and ensure future business opportunities.
• Support and promote Ledcor’s core values of safety, quality, integrity, sustainability, and success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience in a Superintendent position or similar with demonstrated ability to successfully lead a high-performing team and build solid long-term relationships with external clients and consultants.
• Experience managing construction projects within high rise residential, healthcare, data centers, aircraft hangars, aviation warehousing facilities, and other complex projects.
• Combination of work experience in a similar role and industry-related trade certification/education.
• Expertise in safety within the organization and knowledge of OH&S and Environmental standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, and the ability to work with senior management.
• Strong technical knowledge of modern construction practices, documents, drawings, schedules, technologies, equipment, industry practices, and contract negotiations.
• Expertise in coaching and developing team members through constructive feedback and providing opportunities for development.
• Ability to anticipate problems and challenges while providing leadership in creating innovative solutions to achieve organizational objectives.

Working Conditions

• Site-based position in Vancouver, British Columbia.
• Valid driver's license and clean abstract.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Compensation

$122,400 - $168,300 Annually

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education, and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Ledcor Building offers full-service construction for commercial, residential, institutional, and light industrial projects, along with expertise in green building. Our depth of knowledge and expertise come from building hundreds of projects – of all sizes – across North America each year.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion, and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.