Travelling Commercial Superintendent - CONTRACT

First Onsite - CA; Surrey; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite is seeking Commercial Superintendents for a travelling role on major projects across Canada, with rotations of roughly 3–4 weeks on site and 7–10 days at home. The 6‑day work week requires hands-on leadership, coordinating field staff and sub-trades, and ensuring safety and documentation are up to date.

Construction or restoration experience is valued, but adaptable backgrounds are considered. Travel and accommodations are provided as part of a 12-month temporary contract across

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coordinating small teams in fast-paced environments.
• Background in construction, restoration, mitigation or disaster-response is a strong asset.
• Ability to direct field staff, contractors and sub-trades and set expectations.
• Strong organization for documentation, safety paperwork, reporting and timesheets.
• Comfort with smartphones and web-based tools to upload/record data.
• Excellent communication, problem solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Safety-focused and able to lead by example on active sites.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s licence and clean driving record.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE/respiratory protection.
• Willing to work extended hours, a 6-day work week and rotations in remote communities.
• Able to travel extensively and be away from home for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to field staff, contractors and sub-trades and coordinate daily activities.
• Monitor progress and adapt when priorities change or challenges arise.
• Ensure safety documentation, reporting and timesheets are completed accurately.
• Communicate effectively and resolve conflicts on site.
• Work closely with the Commercial Operations Supervisor, Project Managers and Safety Advisors.
• Be hands-on when the job requires it.

Skills

Team leadership

Field operations

Contractor management

Safety documentation

Timesheets reporting

Tech savvy

Communication skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Driving licence

Physical fitness

Willing to travel

Rotational work

Job description

Are you a hands-on leader who knows how to keep people organized, work moving, and details from falling through the cracks? First Onsite is hiring several Commercial Superintendents to join our Travelling team for major projects in Saskatchewan.

These are 12-month temporary contracts supporting large-scale construction and restoration work across three First Nations communities. You'll work alongside a full project team and be responsible for leading field staff, coordinating contractors and sub-trades, keeping work on track, and making sure safety documentation, reporting and timesheets are completed accurately.

Construction or restoration experience is a strong asset, but it isn't the only background we're looking for. If you've successfully led teams in another fast-paced, hands-on environment and are organized, comfortable with technology and paperwork, and confident keeping people accountable, we'd like to hear from you.

This is a rotational travelling role, currently anticipated to be approximately 3-4 weeks on site followed by 7-10 days at home, working a 6-day work week while on assignment. Required travel and accommodations are provided by First Onsite.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMERCIAL SUPERINTENDENT

As a Commercial Superintendent, you're the person helping keep the day-to-day work on site moving. You'll provide direction to field staff, contractors and sub-trades, coordinate daily activities, monitor progress and step in when priorities change or challenges come up.

A big part of this job is also what happens behind the scenes. You'll stay on top of safety documentation, reporting, timesheets and other required paperwork, while making sure work is being completed safely, efficiently and to the expected standard.

You'll work closely with the Commercial Operations Supervisor, Project Managers, Safety Advisors, Project Coordinators and other members of the project team. You'll need to communicate well, handle conflict professionally, solve problems without needing every step laid out for you, and be willing to get hands‑on when the job requires it.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coordinating small teams in construction, restoration, trades, field operations or another fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
• Construction, restoration, mitigation or disaster‑response experience is a strong asset, with compensation reflective of relevant experience
• Comfortable directing the work of field staff, contractors and sub‑trades, including setting expectations, following up and addressing issues when needed
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage documentation, safety paperwork, reporting and timesheets
• Comfortable using a smartphone, web‑based applications and technology to upload, download and record information
• Strong communication, problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills
• Safety‑focused and comfortable leading by example in an active job‑site environment
• Valid, unrestricted driver's licence and strong driving record
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs and wearing required PPE and respiratory protection
• Comfortable working extended hours, a 6-day work week and rotational assignments in remote communities
• Able to travel extensively and remain away from home for extended periods

Who We Are

At First Onsite, the work you do every day makes a real impact. You'll help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events. You'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career across Canada in a culture that values care, collaboration, and doing the right thing. If you thrive in a team environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Lets Rebuild Together