Assistant Superintendent

Turner Construction | Canada


Date: 1 week ago
City: Vancouver, BC
Contract type: Full time
Division: Canada - Vancouver

Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved:

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education:

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

About Turner Construction

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large and complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees, and community. With a staff of over 11,000 employees (about the seating capacity of Cameron basketball stadium at Duke University), the company completes $15 billion (about $46 per person in the US) in construction on 1,500 projects each year. Turner offers clients the accessibility and support of a local firm with the stability and resources of a multi-national organization.

Our vision is to be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. We plan and deliver building projects of all types and sizes-schools and hospitals, stadiums and museums, airports, data centers, offices and more-throughout North America and in 30 countries around the world. Our reputation for integrity, working safely, delivering complex and challenging projects, and driving innovation to bring our whole industry forward has been earned over many years.

Canadian Presence

Turner Construction has been a part of Canada’s construction landscape since 1951, expanding its presence across Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Yellowknife. Under the leadership of Vinny Bartoli, President of Canadian Turner Construction, Turner delivers nearly $1 billion in annual revenue across the country with a team of 930+ employees.

Canadian Presence - Vancouver

Our local team consists of 160+ highly dedicated professionals, whose unique experience includes projects in various market sectors, including but not limited to commercial buildings and interiors, higher education, healthcare, industrial, and government. We are proud to have been awarded one of BC's 2023 Top 100 Employers, and to have representation on the 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction list.

Awards and Recognition

We are proud to have been awarded one of BC's 2023 Top 100 Employers, we are a Gold Seal Certified Employer, we have been awarded over 15 Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) Awards of Excellence over the last 8 years, and we have had representation on the 40 Under Forty list by Business in Vancouver.

Position Description

Leads, directs and coordinates the work of subcontractors and/or Turner trade labor in the assigned areas. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for ensuring safety, schedule delivery, quality of work performed and adherence to budget in the assigned areas of the project. The Assistant Superintendent has supervisory responsibility for Field Engineers, Interns and trade labor in his/her area of responsibility and reports to Superintendent/Project Manager.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities


  • Overseeing and making decisions related to the performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control and trade employee staffing levels.
  • Overseeing work among assigned trades to promote a coordinated project operation. Resolving local area problems regarding procedures, precedence, design clarifications, adequate labor and equipment, schedule and all other appropriate matters.
  • Managing the site safety program as required and ensuring subcontractor compliance with Turner standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
  • Supervising and developing Field Engineers and/or interns, as assigned, including providing input on or completing performance appraisals.
  • Creating schedules and determining sequencing of work. Developing and implementing recovery strategies to maintain project schedule.
  • Communicating with owners and architects/engineers in connection with field issues. Investigating and resolving such issues.
  • Managing the billing process as it relates to work-in-place and overseeing the monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices and subcontractor payment applications.
  • Having complete knowledge of all contracts, subcontract documents, drawings and specifications, show drawings, schedules, labor agreements and local codes.


M anaging the work to ensure that it is installed in compliance with and conforms to the approved contract documents.

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum two years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or on field experience.
  • Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
  • Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.


What We Offer

At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey.

The annual base salary range for this position may be $73,000 - $97,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!

Opportunities

Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company’s values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.

Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.

Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees’ capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The following descriptions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee frequently views a computer monitor, is required to sit, handle objects, tools, or control, and reach with hands, talk, and hear.

How To Apply

We are always looking for talented people who fit our positive culture and are passionate about what they do. If you feel Turner is for you, here is how to apply:


  • Click ‘apply’ on this page.
  • Add your cover letter and resume to our Careers Portal.
  • Connect with one of our Turner team members through LinkedIn.


Thank you for your interest in Turner. Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities

The salary range for this position is estimated to be $73,000 - $97,000 annualized.

Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.

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