Superintendent, Building Construction

Ledcor; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a seasoned Superintendent with 5+ years of field operations experience to lead multi-disciplinary construction projects in commercial, institutional, or light industrial sectors. You will manage day-to-day field activities, ensure safety, on-time delivery, and adherence to budget and quality standards.

Mentorship of junior team members and coordination with subcontractors, trades, and stakeholders are key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience in a Superintendent role.
• Drug and alcohol test is required.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Experience with residential or commercial projects.
• Combination of work experience in a similar role and industry-related trade certification/education.
• Strong knowledge of OH&S and environmental standards/regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with senior management.
• Strong technical knowledge of modern construction practices, documents, schedules, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff to ensure successful delivery of construction projects.
• Promote site safety program; ensure subcontractor compliance with Ledcor standards and applicable regulations.
• Ensure field staff have resources to complete projects per approved plans and codes.
• Participate in pre-bid/preconstruction regarding site layout, logistics, and workforce planning.
• Review and maintain schedule; identify delays and lead solution development.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients/consultants.
• Support Ledcor’s values of safety, quality, integrity, sustainability and success.
• Manage hourly employees as required (forepersons, carpenters, labour).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety knowledge OH&S

Team management

Education

Trade certification/education

Job description

You are a seasoned Superintendent with 5+ years of field operations experience managing multi-disciplinary commercial, institutional, or residential construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day management of field activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will develop and implement project plans and schedules, uphold company safety and quality programs, and coordinate the work of field staff, contractors, trades, and project stakeholders. Working independently with minimal supervision, you will lead site operations, proactively resolve challenges, and serve as a mentor and resource for less-experienced team members. Your leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to excellence will support the successful execution of project objectives and contribute to the organization's continued growth and success across commercial, institutional, and light industrial sectors.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee staff to ensure the successful delivery of construction projects to completion
• Promotes the overall site safety program including subcontractor compliance with Ledcor standards, the Health Safety and Environmental Plan (HSE Plan), and all applicable OH&S acts, regulations, and codes
• Ensures that field staff are equipped with the resources required to efficiently complete projects according to approved plans, specifications and applicable building codes
• Actively participates in the pre-bid and preconstruction process regarding site layout, logistics, scheduling, and workforce planning
• Review and maintain schedule, ensure milestones are met, identify scheduling issues and delays and lead solution development
• Maintains strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients/consultants
• Supports and promotes Ledcor’s core values of safety, quality, integrity, sustainability and success
• Managing hourly employees as required, including forepersons, carpenters, and labour staff

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience in a Superintendent position
• Ability to successfully pass a drug and alcohol test
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Experience with residential or commercial 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

Working Conditions

• Site-based position in Kelowna, BC
• Travel requirements may arise in support of project and business operations

Compensation

$100,000.00 - $137,500.00
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.

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.

700-1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC