Site Superintendent

Traine Construction and Development; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Site Superintendent to oversee construction activities in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing on-site personnel, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have experience with multi-family projects and possess strong leadership skills. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package while working in a supportive team-oriented atmosphere that values professional development and community involvement. Join us in creating vibrant communities that residents are proud to call home.

Benefits

Performance bonus program

Top-tier health and dental plans

Ongoing professional development

Real estate investment opportunities

Involvement in charitable projects

Qualifications

• Experience managing wood frame multi-family projects from start to finish.
• Strong management and leadership abilities with a safety-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site activities ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet specifications and timelines.

Skills

Management Skills

Leadership Skills

Safety Compliance

Detail Orientation

Communication Skills

Education

Gold Seal Certification

Red Seal Ticket in Carpentry

Tools

MS Project

Bluebeam

Procore

Excel

Word

Job description

Traine Construction and Development (Traine) is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Site Superintendent to join our organization! As a key member of our team, you will supervise all construction activities on-site, ensuring workmanship and efficiency standards. This position manages on-site personnel and enforces safety and work regulation policies.

This is a site-based position in Kelowna, BC.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead all on-site activities to ensure safe, timely, and efficient project execution
• Manage site information flow: RFIs, ASIs, SSIs, ESIs, MSIs, etc.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and stakeholders to meet project specifications
• Create, monitor, and maintain the construction schedule with the project manager
• Liaise with City Officials and build strong relationships
• Chair weekly trade meetings and assist with site meetings with the development team, project managers, directors, and trade partners
• Create lookahead schedules and monitor trades to maintain productivity
• Review blueprints, shop drawings, and construction documents to identify conflicts early
• Coordinate and supervise trade partners, suppliers, and vendors
• Ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications, and industry standards through regular site walkthroughs
• Manage and mentor field staff, ensuring they have necessary tools and instructions
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient job site, enforcing safety policies
• Handle field documentation such as logs, photos, safety inspections, and reports
• Order materials, schedule inspections, and coordinate utilities
• Address project challenges proactively with positive solutions
• Oversee projects from excavation to handover

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience with wood frame multi-family projects (4-6 stories) on concrete parkades, from start to finish
• Gold Seal Certification is a strong asset or in progress
• Red Seal Ticket in Carpentry and First Aid are assets
• Valid Driver’s License without restrictions
• Experience with phased occupancy multi-building projects
• Ability to evaluate and lead trade partner performance
• Proficient in reading plans, specifications, and drawings
• Strong management, delegation, planning, and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented with a safety-first approach
• Proficient with MS Project, Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and Procore
• Knowledge of construction disciplines, safety, scheduling, cost and quality control, and engineering documents
• Professional and personable with stakeholders and team members
• Successful background check required

Working Conditions

• Availability 24/7 may be necessary
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds repeatedly
• Travel to site and off-site locations required
• Overtime and weekend work may be needed
• Work in a fast-paced environment, outdoors and indoors, in all weather conditions

In return, we offer a competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Performance bonus program
• Involvement in charitable projects
• Top-tier health and dental plans
• Real estate investment opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training

With 25 years of experience, Traine operates throughout Canada, creating communities residents are proud to live in. Join our friendly, team-oriented environment committed to delivering exceptional results.