Site Superintendent

Avana Developments Inc.; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + annual bonus opportunities

Health & dental benefits (80% premiums

Pension plan after 1 year

Vacation 20 business days

Parental leave top up

Career growth opportunities

Impactful work in communities

Job summary

Avana Developments Inc. is seeking a Site Superintendent to oversee on-site construction for multi-unit, single-family and commercial projects.

You will manage daily operations, lead trades, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and collaborate closely with the Project Manager to align planning and manpower. The role requires a minimum of five years in construction leadership, strong safety knowledge, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in construction with supervisory/leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.
• Experience coordinating with project managers, trades, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the highest authority on site with accountability for scheduling, quality, and safety.
• Drive project performance through scheduling, resource planning, and execution.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to align planning, scheduling, and manpower forecasting.
• Direct and support all site staff, including training and evaluations.
• Lead daily site operations and oversee trades, vendors, and PMs when required.
• Maintain logs, attend site meetings, and ensure site cleanliness and order.
• Supervise in-field activities of contracted trades and ensure quality delivery.
• Plan and control project delivery from start to finish within schedule and budget.
• Manage look-ahead schedules and track progress versus plan.
• Ensure safety protocols and health initiatives are followed.
• Coordinate inspections and required documentation.
• Oversee tool/equipment purchases and maintenance; seek efficiency opportunities.
• Provide weekend supervision in rotation with Foreperson.
• Represent Avana at community events and functions.

Skills

Construction experience

Leadership/management

Health & safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Professionalism & confidentiality

Gold Seal site superintendent asset

Driver’s license (Class 5)

Criminal record check

Legally eligible to work in Canada

Tools

BuilderTrend

Job description

About Avana

Avana is a growing real estate development and property management company committed to creating safe, vibrant, and inclusive communities where residents feel proud to call home. We build and manage thoughtfully designed rental communities with a strong focus on quality, resident experience, and community growth. Our workplace culture is rooted in collaboration, accountability, and shared success.

Position Overview

The Site Superintendent reports to the Operations Manager and is responsible for overseeing construction activities across Avana’s portfolio of high-quality multi-unit residential, single-family residential, and commercial projects. This includes organizing, directing, and controlling daily site operations within established design, budget, and project schedule requirements while ensuring compliance with all safety standards. The Site Superintendent will also work closely with the Project Manager, who manages the administrative aspects of Avana’s ongoing construction projects.

Avana’s team is structured to encourage innovation and high performance. The Site Superintendent will have the freedom to make meaningful decisions, in collaboration with the construction team, to help reduce project timelines and costs. This freedom comes with a high level of accountability and responsibility. This position supports Avana’s continued development and future national expansion. The successful candidate will be an experienced and engaged professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, works well as part of a team, and leads with excellence.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (on-site)

What You’ll do

• Serve as the highest authority on site, with final accountability for scheduling, quality, and safety.
• Drive project performance by fast-tracking schedules, resource planning, and detailed execution.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to align planning, scheduling, and manpower forecasting. Interaction with the Project Manager will be crucial as a high performing, supportive team.
• Direct and support all Avana site staff, including training, performance evaluations, and skill development.
• Lead daily site operations, including oversight of all field staff, trades, vendors, and suppliers.
• Conduct daily logs (BuilderTrend), weekly site meetings, and maintain site cleanliness and order.
• Supervise and manage all in-field activities of the contracted trades, vendors, and suppliers to ensure quality delivery.
• Plan, schedule, organize, direct, and control the quality delivery of all ongoing construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications, and budget.
• Manage construction timelines using 2- and 4-week look-aheads and track planned vs. actual progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and support health & safety initiatives.
• Call for, and manage, any inspections that are required. Inspections could be internal QA/QC inspections, inspections as per municipality, Avana reporting requirements and all other inspections required.
• Oversee tools, equipment, and PME purchases and maintenance.
• Identify opportunities for schedule acceleration, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
• Provide 4 hours of weekend supervision biweekly, alternating with the Foreperson.
• Attend and represent Avana at various community events and functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Minimum of five (5) years of construction experience required, including experience in supervisory, management, or leadership roles.
• Strong ability to work independently while leading and collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong commitment to quality and excellence.
• Experience using BuilderTrend considered an asset.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Gold Seal Site Superintendent designation considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• Satisfactory criminal record check required upon hire.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Why Join Avana

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits with 80% employer-paid premiums.
• Employer matched pension plan starting after one year of employment.
• Vacation entitlement starting at 20 business days annually.
• Parental leave top up program for eligible employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A fast-paced, values-driven environment where your contributions directly impact the resident experience and success of our communities.
• The opportunity to support a growing construction portfolio while making a meaningful contribution to Avana’s projects, teams, residents, and communities.