Superintendent, Special Projects

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. in Edmonton is seeking a seasoned Superintendent with 5+ years of field operations experience on multi-disciplinary, large-scale commercial construction projects, focusing on tenant improvement and special projects.

You will manage day-to-day field activities to deliver safely, on schedule, on budget, and to Ledcor standards. You will develop project plans, uphold safety and quality programs, supervise field staff and contractors, participate in pre-bid/preconstruction,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience in a Superintendent role or similar.
• Experience with tenant improvement and/or special projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff to ensure successful delivery of construction projects to completion.
• Promote site safety and ensure subcontractor compliance with OH&S standards and Ledcor safety programs.
• Ensure field staff have resources to complete projects per plans and codes.
• Participate in pre-bid/preconstruction site layout, logistics, and workforce planning.
• Develop and maintain the Project Quality Program and align with Ledcor standards.
• Review schedules, meet milestones, and address delays with solution-focused leadership.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients/consultants.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Field operations

Safety leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Project planning

OH&S knowledge

Education

Industry-related trade certification/education

Job description

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

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.