Utilities Superintendent

Trillium Guideway Partners; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Guideway Partners is seeking an experienced Utilities Superintendent to oversee on-site wet utilities, including water transmission and sanitary sewer, within the Ontario Line project. You will coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and design teams to maintain progress and safety.

The role requires 5–7 years in construction management, strong knowledge of wet utilities, and the ability to read Civil Drawings.

Qualifications

• Experience in wet utilities construction and supervision.
• 5-7 years in construction management or supervision.
• In-depth knowledge of wet utility construction practices and local standards.
• Ability to read Civil Drawings and interpret specs.
• Proficiency with project management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site wet utilities installation and repair.
• Coordinate daily operations with project managers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and safety.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve design issues during construction.
• Ensure all work meets local utility authority standards and regulations.
• Supervise foremen and crews to maximize production and efficiency.
• Evaluate construction methods and propose alternatives to reduce costs.
• Confirm manpower and equipment needs with the Project Manager; complete take-offs.
• Maintain progress per schedule and provide 2–3 week look-ahead planning.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure on-schedule performance.
• Maintain positive site relations with owner, subcontractors, and prime contractor.
• Review foreman's daily timesheets and maintain the job diary.
• Coordinate with PM on production review and activity planning.
• Identify changes and extra costs; coordinate with PM for invoicing.
• Complete contract tasks per provisions; notify milestones to owner representatives.
• Turn in monthly equipment requests for upcoming month.
• Daily safety checks on site.
• Perform other duties to promote teamwork and collaboration.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Reading Drawings

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Design tools

Job description

The Primary Construction Team consists of ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. (ACCIONA) and Amico Major Projects Inc. (Amico), as Trillium Guideway Partners (TGP).

What is the project?

The Ontario Line ("OL") is a fully integrated, stand-alone, rapid transit system that connects Ontario Science Centre to the Exhibition and Ontario Place grounds. The Northern Civil, Stations and Tunnel ("NC") project consists of approximately 7 kms of underground subway and elevated guideway, with stations along the segment providing connections to surface bus and streetcar routes. The NC project has been divided into two main progressive design-build contracts: (1) the Elevated Guideways and Stations Contract ("EGS") and the Pape Tunnel and Underground Station Contract ("PTUS") , with supporting Early Works.

What is the Opportunity?

The Utilities Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and managing on‑site construction activities related to the installation and repair of wet utilities, including water transmission and distribution, sanitary sewer, and stormwater management systems. This role involves addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and seeking consensus to maintain project progress and ensure successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise on‑site construction activities related to the installation and repair of wet utilities, including water transmission and distribution, sanitary sewer, stormwater management.
• Coordinate daily operations and communicate effectively with project managers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth workflow and compliance with project schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections and assessments of work in progress to ensure adherence to project specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project engineers and design teams to resolve any technical or design issues that may arise during construction.
• Ensure that all work complies with the local utility authority’s standards, requirements, and applicable regulations
• Supervise Foremen and crews (labor and equipment), strive to beat budget by maximizing production, and increase efficiency by eliminating loss of effort. Know production and track daily.
• Evaluate construction methods and propose alternate methods if opportunity exists to increase profits.
• Confirm estimator's manpower and equipment resources required for performance; propose alternatives to increase efficiency. Complete job take-off with Project Manager.
• Maintain progress of project in accordance with progress schedule to insure contract completion within the contract time regardless of other considerations. Maintain 2-3 week look ahead schedules.
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractor's work. Subcontractor to perform on schedule in accordance with subcontract.
• Maintain positive jobsite relations with owner, subcontractors, and prime contractor.
• Review foreman's daily timesheets.
• Maintain job diary. Enter in diary Instruction from Owner, daily activity and location, communications with subcontractors, anything unusual.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager on production review, activity planning, progress, and compliance with Contract Documents
• Identify and document changes and extra costs and coordinate extra billings with Project Manager.
• Take all steps necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the Contract provisions.
• Notify Project Manager to document completion of milestones in work and final completion of work. Arrange inspections, complete punch list, sell the job to the owner's representatives.
• Turn in by the first of each month equipment needed for each crew for the following month.
• Responsible for daily checks on safety.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, promoting a positive team environment and a culture of collaboration

Work Conditions

• On site. Office-based Don Mills Area, North York Next to Science Centre with frequent site visits to monitor guideway construction activities.
• Work hours: Monday to Friday
• Must possess a valid Ontario Driving license G or G2.

What You'll bring to the Team (Knowledge, Skills, Competencies)

• Experience with City of Toronto Specifications and standards for Wet Utilities is an asset.
• Experience in reading and understanding Civil Drawings
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for formal education.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction management or supervision within the wet utilities sector.
• In-depth knowledge of wet utility construction practices, materials, and relevant local regulations and standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software, along with a strong understanding of
• AutoCAD and other design tools.
• A commitment to safety and quality, with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
• A positive attitude and a collaborative spirit, with a focus on achieving project goals and enhancing team performance.

Please note that only candidates that meet requirements will be contacted.

We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes.