Superintendent, Turnarounds

Ledcor Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodations

Travel provided

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a Mechanical Lead in Fort McMurray to oversee mechanical scopes during a major turnaround project. This role involves supervising teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in industrial construction and a strong background in turnaround activities. The position offers a rotational schedule and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, emphasizing integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Extensive industrial construction experience in oil & gas or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong background in turnaround/shutdown execution with mechanical scopes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of mechanical scopes during turnaround activities.
• Supervise multi-disciplinary mechanical crews.
• Champion compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving

Safety management

Job description

Ledcor Industrial is more than a contractor—we’re a powerhouse delivering fully integrated construction, maintenance, and turnaround solutions across some of the largest and most complex industrial projects in Canada. From site preparation to critical path execution, we bring deep expertise, strong coordination, and a relentless focus on safety to every turnaround. As a multi‑discipline, self-performing leader, we execute a significant portion of our work in-house. This provides strong exposure across all phases of execution—from planning and scheduling through shutdown execution and startup readiness. You’ll work within fast‑paced, high‑pressure turnaround environments where precision, leadership, and clear communication are critical to success. This role is based in Fort McMurray and supports a major turnaround project with rotational work schedules. At Ledcor, it’s not just about the project—it’s about building a meaningful career with a team that values integrity, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship. When you join our True Blue team, you’re part of something bigger.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of mechanical scopes during turnaround activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Supervise and coordinate multi‑disciplinary mechanical crews including pipefitters, welders, boilermakers, and millwrights.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems, vessels, rotating equipment, and mechanical components.
• Ensure all lifts and rigging activities associated with mechanical work are properly planned and executed safely.
• Drive daily planning activities including crew assignments, workface planning, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Planners, and site leadership to ensure alignment on schedule, priorities, and constraints.
• Monitor field progress, productivity, and performance, proactively addressing issues impacting schedule or cost.
• Champion compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and lead safety initiatives in the field.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and field observations to reinforce a strong safety culture.
• Ensure all mechanical work meets quality standards, specifications, drawings, and client expectations.
• Coordinate equipment, material, tools, and manpower to meet critical turnaround timelines.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve field issues while minimizing downtime and rework.
• Provide input into turnaround planning including scope development, constructability, and execution strategies.
• Maintain clear communication with crews, stakeholders, and leadership across both day and night shifts.
• Support reporting, progress tracking, and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• Extensive industrial construction experience within oil & gas or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong background in turnaround/shutdown execution with mechanical scopes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising mechanical trades (pipefitting, welding, boilermaking, millwrighting).
• Deep understanding of mechanical systems including piping, vessels, and rotating equipment.
• Solid knowledge of rigging practices and lift planning fundamentals.
• Proven experience managing crews in fast‑paced industrial or turnaround environments.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and mechanical work packages.
• Effective leadership, communication, and coordination skills across multiple disciplines.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Commitment to safety excellence and leadership in HSE program execution.

Work Conditions

• Site‑based position in Fort McMurray, AB.
• Rotational schedule supporting a major turnaround project.
• Day and night shift work required.
• Camp accommodations and travel provided (where applicable).
• Physically demanding environment with exposure to industrial site conditions.

Benefits

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.

EEO Statement

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. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process; applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance.