Construction Site Superintendent

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Nikita Construction is seeking a Site Superintendent for its new projects with Sandman Hotel Groups in Ontario.

As a Construction Site Superintendent, you will be responsible for leading on-site activities to ensure timely and within-budget completion of projects with high-quality standards.

You will be in charge of building a site team and working collaboratively with other divisions, including procurement, operations, construction, and design, as well as enforcing best practices, monitoring project expenditures and maintaining a safe work environment.

Your duties and responsibilities will include the following :

• Manage and supervise all on-site construction activities.
• Hire, train, and assign employees, crew and subcontractors, providing coaching, counselling, and discipline if necessary to achieve high performance and quality.
• Monitor and control employees, crew and subcontractors' performance, communicate job expectations, evaluate job contributions and recommend compensation actions, adhering to policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections, addressing any concerns promptly.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including daily reports, site photos, and change orders.
• Enforce best building practices, conducting daily inspections to maintain construction quality standards, resolving problems and implementing measures to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with the project team to find effective solutions to unforeseen problems.
• Assist in the creation of construction schedules to meet project timelines, standards and budget parameters.
• Provide regular progress reports to the project manager and other key stakeholders.
• Work closely with the project manager to control costs and identify potential cost-saving measures.
• Monitor project expenditures, identify labour, equipment, and materials variances, and implement corrective actions to meet the construction budget.
• Prevent fines and interruptions by following standards and enforcing codes and regulations.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
• Support the growth and development of company culture and professionally represent the company.
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements :

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in similar roles leading a diverse team of 15-50 people of all trade disciplines
• Proven experience as a Site Superintendent overseeing low-rise (6 stories) construction projects.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and construction documentation.
• Knowledge and expertise in concrete foundations and layout, wood framing, and all trade activities.
• Familiarity with construction codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Understanding of all safety procedures, hazard recognition, and proactive risk mitigation to ensure health & safety standards.
• Competence in project scheduling, cost estimation and budget management.
• Knowledge of environmental sustainability practices in construction.
• Ability to track record of successful project delivery, client satisfaction, and adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Experience conducting and facilitating safety training programs.
• Problem-solving ability and proficiency in creating cost-effective solutions.
• Ability to work in various locations in Ontario, with Sudbury being the first location

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to stand and / or be on their feet 10-12 hours / day.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and use proper lifting techniques for heavy items weighing more than 25 kilograms
• Must be able to climb scaffoldings.

What do you get?

• Fair wages determined by skill set and experience
• Extended family Health care, including vision, dental, and Group Life Insurance (after three months of full-time service).
• Employee discounts across hotels, resorts and restaurants
• HumanaCare free mental health support & counselling
• Excellent career growth opportunities.
• Contribute to a unique construction model focused on teamwork and cooperation
• Be a valued member of a team in an organization with unparalleled opportunities
• Collaborative, friendly working environment with a fun and inclusive culture
• Staff housing may be available

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.

You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker.

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