Superintendent, Special Projects

Ledcor Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a seasoned Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale commercial construction, with emphasis on tenant improvements and special projects. You will manage day-to-day field activities, ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence, and direct field staff and contractors.

Responsibilities include pre-construction input, developing a Project Quality Program, and maintaining strong subcontractor/client relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience in a Superintendent role.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test.
• Trade certification or related education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff to ensure delivery of construction projects to completion.
• Promote site safety program and subcontractor compliance with Ledcor standards and HSE Plan.
• Ensure field staff have resources to complete projects per plans and codes.
• Contribute to pre-bid and preconstruction planning for TI and special projects.
• Develop and maintain Project Quality Program (PQP).
• Review schedules, meet milestones, identify delays, lead solutions.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients/consultants.
• Uphold Ledcor values of safety, quality, integrity, sustainability and success.
• Manage hourly employees as required (forepersons, carpenters, labour).

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Team coaching

Technical construction knowledge

Staff management

Problem solving

Education

Trade certification/education

Job description

You are a seasoned Superintendent with 5+ years of field operations experience on multi-disciplinary, large-scale commercial construction projects, with a strong focus on tenant improvement and special 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, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will develop and implement project plans and schedules, uphold company safety and quality programs, and direct the work of field staff, contractors, and trades.

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, with consideration for tenant improvement and special project requirements
• Ensures project execution aligns with Ledcor’s Construction Operations Manual and takes ownership of developing the Project Quality Program (PQP)
• Review and maintain schedule, ensure milestones are met, identify scheduling issues and delays and lead solution development across tenant improvement and special projects
• Maintains strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients/consultants in fast-paced project environments
• 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 or similar, with tenant improvement and/or special project experience
• Ability to successfully pass a drug and alcohol test
• 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 Edmonton, AB

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. 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.

Employment Equity

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.

We're a diversified construction company, made up of teams of people who are proven in their industries. All working to design, build, transport, operate, and maintain projects all over North America. But we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel. They're about people and the power of partnerships. Partnerships with our employees, our communities, our contractors and clients. We believe in building trust in the places where we do business—whether that’s by engaging honestly, by giving back, by putting safety first, or by looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to get the job done right.