Site Supervisor

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Our Waterloo office has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Site Supervisor in our Construction group .

As a Site Supervisor, you will be involved in rewarding work on construction projects including industrial process, power generation projects, water and wastewater treatment and environment remediation.

The Site Supervisor will support the project team in the execution of all phases of project delivery.

Responsibilities include :

• Provide occasional assistance in proposals and business development.
• Provide occasional assistance with the preparation of supporting documentation including bill of materials, databases, testing plans, schedules, and related contract documents.
• Oversee and control day-to-day field operations.
• Provide for site safety and security, devise and implement site policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular project inspections and maintenance of systems and equipment.
• Supervise and manage staff, sub-contractors and trades.
• Keep daily records and logs in accordance with Company and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in procurement phase including development of scopes of work, purchase orders, change orders.
• Coordinate and liaise with clients, suppliers, sub-consultants, sub-contractors, inspectors and regulatory authorities.
• Attend onsite meetings including preparation of agendas and meeting notes.
• Inspect field work to ensure accordance with plans and specifications.
• Coordinate and support of onsite logistics
• Travel to remote project sites as required.
• Assist in the preparation of closeout documentation and Operations and Maintenance Manuals

Skills, Competencies and Qualifications :

• A construction / civil, electrical or mechanical engineering degree / diploma and 3 to 10 years of construction Site Supervision background, or an equivalent combination of technical training and industry experience.
• Experience with the interpretation of and adherence with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Act.
• Experience involved in the construction or design of power generation / energy projects is considered an asset.
• Self-motivated, with strong desire to learn and lead others.
• Well organized, with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and written / oral communication skills.
• Must be able to be a part of cross-functional teams with the ability to relate well and cooperate with other members of the team, to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.
• Computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to project sites.
• G class driver’s license

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As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.