Site Superintendent
ICI Commercial Construction | Hamilton and Niagara Region
Compensation: $95,000 to $115,000 + Company Vehicle and Gas Card + Benefits + RSP
DeFaveri Group is seeking an experienced Site Superintendent to lead the day-to-day delivery of commercial construction projects across the Hamilton and Niagara Region.
This is a hands-on field leadership role for a Superintendent who knows how to take ownership of a job site, coordinate trades, manage schedules and solve problems as they arise. You will oversee projects valued at approximately $10 million to $20 million, including new ground-up construction, additions and work involving foundations, excavation, underground services and complete building construction.
You will typically be the lead Superintendent on site, working closely with the Project Manager and directing a team of subcontractors and trades that may grow to 50 people. On larger projects, you may work alongside additional Superintendents as part of a broader site leadership team.
DeFaveri is a well-established, multi-generational Ontario contractor with more than 50 years of experience. Its portfolio includes commercial and industrial buildings, dealerships, schools, churches, municipal facilities and other institutional projects. The company also brings strong self-performing capabilities in excavation, site services, concrete and masonry, giving its team a practical, start-to-finish understanding of construction.
What You Will Be Responsible For
- Lead and coordinate all day-to-day construction activities on site.
- Manage projects from site preparation and foundations through construction, closeout and turnover.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and site personnel.
- Develop short-term work plans and keep trades aligned with the overall project schedule.
- Review drawings, specifications, schedules and contract documents.
- Identify potential delays, site conflicts and construction issues and take action to keep work moving.
- Monitor workmanship and conduct regular site inspections to maintain quality standards.
- Coordinate material deliveries, equipment requirements and site logistics.
- Enforce Ontario health and safety requirements and DeFaveri’s site safety policies.
- Conduct toolbox talks and safety meetings.
- Coordinate inspections with consultants, engineers and authorities having jurisdiction.
- Maintain daily site reports, manpower records and other required documentation.
- Track deficiencies and ensure corrective work is completed.
- Maintain a clean, organized and professional construction site.
- Build productive working relationships with clients, consultants and trades.
- Work closely with the assigned Project Manager and provide clear, timely project updates.
What You Bring
- At least five years of experience as a Site Superintendent or Site Supervisor with a commercial general contractor.
- Direct experience delivering ICI construction projects, ideally including ground-up commercial or industrial builds.
- This position requires direct ICI construction experience. Candidates whose experience is primarily in residential homebuilding or high-rise condominium construction will not be considered.
- Experience with projects such as industrial or warehouse facilities, dealerships, schools, churches, municipal buildings or similar commercial construction.
- Working knowledge of excavation, foundations, underground services, building envelope, interior construction and project closeout.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead an active construction site.
- Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and managing site teams of up to 50 tradespeople.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing and scheduling.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and contract documents.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and Ontario health and safety requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, organization and conflict-resolution skills.
- Comfort working outdoors and from an on-site construction trailer in varying weather conditions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience with Procore, CMiC or comparable construction software is an asset.
- Valid Ontario G Class driver’s licence.
- First Aid/CPR and Working at Heights certification are considered assets.
- Residence within reasonable commuting distance of project sites across the Hamilton and Niagara Region.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary of $95,000 to $115,000, based on experience
- Company vehicle
- Company-paid gas
- Benefits
- RSP program
- Long-term opportunity with an established Ontario contractor
- The opportunity to take real ownership of substantial ICI construction projects
This role is best suited to a capable, practical and accountable Superintendent who wants to remain close to the work, lead from the field and see a project through from the ground up.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial intelligence will not be used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.