Superintendent

FlatironDragados; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) / RRSP

Medical & Dental

Vision care

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados in Edmonton is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead heavy civil construction projects. You will oversee scheduling, coordination of production, and supervision of the workforce to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong communication, safety leadership, and the ability to read contract drawings. You will collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, and utility partners to manage risks and optimize site operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of heavy civil construction experience.
• 5+ years construction management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree a plus.
• STS certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce project safety programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of local union or prevailing wage rules, if applicable.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract specific plans and specifications.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamentals geometry.

Responsibilities

• Plan work methods, materials, equipment needs and work schedule.
• Review project specifications and support job setup activities; coordinate with crews, engineers, and utilities to identify hazards.
• Coordinate with equipment team and vendors to ensure equipment and materials meet budget and schedule.
• Forecast the work schedule to identify issues and provide scheduling recommendations.
• Provide technical input to identify and resolve project risks including methods, plans and materials.
• Promote safety and process controls; identify training needs on site.
• Supervise sub-contractor production and adjust schedules or methods as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Safety compliance

Construction management

Reading plans

Mathematics concepts

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality results. As a Superintendent, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our construction projects. Your expertise in scheduling, coordinating, and supervising production and workforce will ensure that every task is executed seamlessly and efficiently.

Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to ensure project compliance with contract drawings and specifications.

Apply now and transform your career with us.

What you will be doing

• Plan work methods, materials, equipment needs and work schedule for assigned project work. Reviews daily work schedule with direct reports and updates weekly schedule from project feedback.
• Review and understands the project specifications to support job set up activities. Works with work crews, field engineers and local utility companies to identify hazardous areas on job site.
• Coordinate with internal equipment team and external vendors to ensure that project work is equipped with appropriate equipment and material quantities to complete production within assigned budget and schedule.
• Forecast the work schedule to identify possible issues and provides technical or scheduling recommendations to mitigate production issues.
• Provide technical input to identify and resolve project risks including construction methods, work plan and material requirements, safety and schedule activities. Documents daily activities and meeting notes using Company approved document methods.
• Support and promotes strict adherence to safety and process controls regarding operating equipment, worksite safety and documentation requirements. Responsibility includes recommending training needs identified on jobsite.
• Supervise sub-contractor production and workforce regarding assigned project work. Recommends work schedule or work method adjustments regarding sub-contractor activities.

What we are looking for

• 8+ years of heavy civil construction experience required.
• 5+ years construction management experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree a plus.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce project safety programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of local union or prevailing wage rules, if applicable.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract specific plans and specifications.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamentals geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

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