Site Superintendent - High-Rise - Ottawa

Reporting to the Vice President of Construction, the Superintendent will be responsible for all site operations. This includes supervising on-site construction activities, ensuring that project plans and schedules are followed, and delivering projects effectively, safely, and within budget.

Client Details

Site Superintendent - High-Rise - Ottawa

Our client, a general contractor specializing in institutional, commercial, multi-residential, and retail construction projects across Eastern Ontario, is seeking an experienced Site Superintendent.

Description

Site Superintendent - High-Rise - Ottawa

• Develop, maintain, and execute project plans and schedules, ensuring adherence to budgets.
• Supervise and coordinate all on-site construction activities.
• Work closely with senior superintendents, coordinators, field engineers, foremen, and site staff.
• Implement and enforce site-specific safety programs and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure quality standards are met in both materials and workmanship.
• Liaise with engineers, designers, inspectors, and local authorities to obtain necessary approvals and resolve issues.
• Anticipate, identify, and resolve project challenges, advising senior management as needed.
• Lead site meetings with sub-trades and internal teams to ensure clear communication.
• Maintain daily site logs and prepare lookahead schedules.
• Oversee project performance, including schedule, cost, equipment, manpower, and quality control.
• Contribute to project management activities such as material take-offs, procurement estimates, and schedule development aligned with critical paths.

Profile

Site Superintendent - High-Rise - Ottawa

• Minimum 5 years of progressive construction experience.
• Experience in high-rise residential construction is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of construction operations, specifications, materials, and procedures.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to evaluate trade performance effectively.
• Strong scheduling abilities, with experience in critical path management.
• Ability to lead effective site meetings with consultants, trades, and internal staff.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles as they apply to construction.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations, with the ability to implement compliant procedures.

Job Offer

Site Superintendent - High-Rise - Ottawa

• Competitive salary up to $160,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• RRSP Plan with company contributions.
• Discretionary bonus.
  
  
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Minimum 5 years of progressive construction experience.
Experience in high-rise residential construction is considered an asset.
Strong knowledge of construction operations, specifications, materials, and procedures.
Proven leadership skills and the ability to evaluate trade performance effectively.

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